Pennsylvania Online Gambling Revenue Soar Again

Aug 10, 2023 | Business

 The state of Pennsylvania has achieved remarkable success in its gambling industry, consistently breaking revenue records over the past few years. The Pennsylvania Act 42 of 2017 which expanded the introduction of online gambling within the state as a legal and accessible form of entertainment, has proven to be a pivotal turning point.

The annual assessment study conducted by Two Spots Ltd. to understand the impact of this expansion has revealed impressive figures, showcasing the tremendous growth of the industry.

During the fiscal period of 2021/2022, the state witnessed an extraordinary surge in gambling revenue. The 19 iGaming operators and 14 online sports betting locations collectively amassed over $1.2 billion in revenue from iGaming, which encompasses slots, table games, and poker.

However the most popular online gambling format was online sports betting, capturing 54% of online gamblers’ participation and contributing over $267 million in revenue, while fantasy sports accounted for over $27 million with the top online sports betting operators being: BetMGM Sportsbook, FanDuel Sportsbook, DraftKings Sportsbook, Unibet Sportsbook, BetRivers Sportsbook (Source: Cision News – Pennsylvania Sports Betting Sites)

Notably, over half of online gamblers reported engaging in multiple formats, driven by factors such as enjoyment, convenience, and availability.

Source: Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs
As a part of this transformation, the 1-800-GAMBLER helpline was established to support individuals who might be facing challenges related to gambling. The data indicated a notable increase in calls to the hotline that mentioned online gambling as the primary problematic gambling format.

This trend peaked at 20% of total calls between the covid months of July 2020 and June 2021, and this percentage remained consistent between July 2021 and June 2022. Furthermore, self-exclusions specific to iGaming saw a staggering 120% increase during the 2021/2022 fiscal year, highlighting the recognition of potential risks associated with online gambling.

The findings from the assessment revealed that 11.0% of Pennsylvania adults engaged in online gambling in 2022. The majority of these online gamblers were men (66.1%), employed (62.6%), and had at least a bachelor’s degree (46.7%).

Source: DDAP – Pennsylvania

The report also underlined the importance of addressing potential problem gambling behaviors associated with online gambling. Over one-third (36.7%) of online gamblers reported at least one gambling problem, and engagement in multiple online gambling formats correlated with a higher likelihood of experiencing gambling problems. Additionally, nearly 1.7% of Pennsylvanian adults sought assistance from resources like 1-800-GAMBLER for gambling-related issues.

The comprehensive study acknowledged that the prevalence rate of online gambling remained steady between 2021 and 2022. From the 19 iGaming licensed online casino operators BetMGM Casino, BetRivers Casino, FanDuel Casino, Borgata Casino, Unibet Casino are the most popular (Source: 10News.com – Pennsylvania Online Casinos).

Pennsylvania’s gambling industry continues to thrive, with slot machines leading the revenue generation, followed by table games and sports betting. While most categories showed growth, fantasy games experienced a decline of 23.9% in revenue, possibly due to the increased interest in sports betting.

With a commitment to responsible gambling, Pennsylvania aims to harness the positive momentum of its gambling sector, ensuring that entertainment is accompanied by safeguards and support for individuals facing challenges. The success story of Pennsylvania’s gambling industry marks a promising future, backed by data-driven insights and a dedication to responsible expansion.

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Pennsylvania Veterinarian, Dr. Elizabeth McKinstry Contributes to Book, “Shamrock’s Story,” About Canine Cognitive Dysfunction

Jul 31, 2022 | Business

 Dr. Elizabeth McKinstry, Veterinarian located at 550 Schoolhouse Rd, Kennett Square, PA, was a major contributor to F. Barish-Stern’s book about Canine Cognitive Decline, “Shamrock’s Story, From Hurricane Katrina to Doggy Dementia & Alzheimer’s” published by Golden Quill Press and is very aware of the need for pet parents to learn more about cognitive issues in their dogs.

Cognitive issues in dogs is why Barish-Stern set out to write this book after experiencing this disease with her dog, Shamrock. She had had 9 dogs and never knew dogs got dementia. “Shamrock’s Story,” is the culmination of what she learned in over 50 interviews with experts, like Dr. McKinstry in order to help pet parents understand more about cognitive issues in their dogs, such as Early Preventions, Recognition of Signs and Treatments.

Dr. McKinstry is proud to participate in this informative book and is committed to helping cats, dogs, and horses live better, happier and healthier lives. Her office practices integrative medicine, employing the best of both Western and Eastern veterinary medicine. While they primarily practice Western medicine, they also use Chinese medicine to enhance treatment if the doctor and owner agree it is the right course of treatment.

To learn more about doggy dementia & Alzheimer’s, Early Preventions, Recognition of Signs, Treatments, visit Dr. McKinstry on the web, or checkout “Shamrock’s Story” and dogdementia at Golden Quill Press.

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Pennsylvania Native Publishes Metaphysical Memoir

Apr 23, 2021 | Books, Business


Who Are You Talking To?, a new book by P.A. Aiken, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

Who Are You Talking To? is a collection of personal, powerful experiences author P.A. Aiken wishes to share with her daughters. Throughout her life, Aiken has felt connections beyond the physical realm. She has had experiences with seeing apparitions as if they are living, breathing people among us. Her experiences are enlightening and powerful, and we may all learn a little from them.

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P.A. Aiken is the mother of three beautiful daughters. She has been a paramedic for twelve years and, previously, served eight years in the navy. She loves to travel and spends a lot of her time camping.

All proceeds earned from the sale of this book are going to a charity near and dear to Aiken’s heart.

Who Are You Talking To? is a 122-page paperback with a retail price of $13.00. The ISBN is 978-1-6453-0645-0. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore http://bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com.