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November 11, 2022 | Vol. 10, Number 45 | www.ryecityreview.com
Hochul announces state surpassed $500M in mobile sports revenue
CHAMPIONSHIP
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that since early January, when mobile sports wagering became available in New York, the state has collected $542 million in taxes through the week ending Oct. 30, far surpassing every other state in the nation.
WEEKEND!
Rye’s Chris Iuliano celebrates a touchdown against John Jay on Nov. 4. The Garnets topped the Wolves and Somers topped Harrison to set up a rematch of the Class A football championships. For story, see page 16. Photo/Mike Smith
Fall Hudson Valley Restaurant Week kicks off
Attention all foodies! It’s time to make your reservations for Fall 2022 Hudson Valley Restaurant Week. From Yonkers to Yorktown, 54 Westchester restaurants from all over the County are participating in this bi-annual celebration of the local culinary scene. County Executive George Latimer said: “We all look forward to Hudson Valley Restaurant Week. It is a great time to get out and try a new Westchester restaurant or gather with friends and family at an old favorite. I encourage you to get out and support our local restaurateurs.” Director of Westchester Coun-
ty’s Office of Tourism and Film Office Natasha Caputo said: “Fall is such a wonderful time to explore Westchester and cozy up for a memorable meal. We encourage both residents and visitors to make their reservations.” “This year’s Restaurant Week will be like no other,” said Mike Martinelli, Today Media’s Hudson Valley Group Publisher. “We’re offering several different price points so even more restaurants can participate which increases the number and variety of establishments that diners have to choose from. We’re excited to once again highlight the bounty of
culinary greatness that our region has to offer.” The Fall kickoff held at Zwilling Cooking Studio in Pleasantville features chef demos by Town House in New Rochelle, led by New Rochelle native Chris dos Reis; La Casa Bronxville with Chef Erik Lopez, The Cookery & The Parlor led by Chef and Owner David DiBari, and Zwilling Cooking Studio’s own Bernard Janssen, which currently serves as Executive Chef and Culinary Program Manager for ZWILLING J.A. Henckels.
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Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that since early January, when mobile sports wagering became available in New York, the state has collected $542 million in taxes through the week ending Oct. 30, far surpassing every other state in the nation. An additional $200 million in licensing fees has also been collected, generating a total of more than $740 million in revenue, most of it to be used for education. This far outperforms every other state in the nation, including those that have been accepting mobile sports wagers for several years. “By bringing sports wagering to New York, we have not only opened the door to responsible entertainment for millions of sports fans, but we have also brought in significant revenue to support schools, as well as youth sports, while implementing important safeguards to help those who need it,” Hochul said. “I’m proud of the work that has been done to secure our state’s top position in mobile sports wagering, and I am excited to continue the trend as we secure hundreds of millions of dollars to support programs that will improve the lives of New Yorkers.” New York State set a record of $73 million in mobile sports wagering tax revenue in September,
the most generated by any state to date, breaking its own record of $63 million set in January. For context, according to reports, the highest monthly mobile sports wagering tax revenue generated outside of New York is Pennsylvania in November 2021 at $19 million. New York State Gaming Commission Chairman Brian O’Dwyer said, “New York continues to lead the nation in sports wagering thanks to Governor Hochul’s enacting of smart gaming policies that deliver real, transformative results for New Yorkers. The revenue generated from sports wagering will provide critical support to our schools, youth sports and responsible gaming programs.” New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports Commissioner Chinazo Cunningham said, “OASAS stands ready with services and supports for New Yorkers struggling with problem gambling. This additional revenue from mobile sports wagering will allow OASAS to expand important prevention, treatment, harm reduction and recovery services across the State.” State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. said, “Since New York
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