Gambling News by House of Odds

BOSTON -- A coalition of pro-casino advocates launched an effort yesterday to lobby lawmakers on behalf of Gov. Deval Patrick's expanded gambling proposal, arguing the plan will create jobs and generate much-needed local aid.

Online Gambling Insider, a leading gaming portal, is supporting Slotland.com. The slots and video poker casino is supporting a community center it built in Malawi, and is raising funds for additional projects. The portal has donated $500 to the initiative and issues a challenge to the industry to make a pledge.