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fromCurbed
2 weeks ago

So Far, Manhattan's a No on Casinos

The idea of stuffing a casino in a place already buzzing with hordes of tourists and gaudy lights made sense from afar. So did some specifics: It would have made use of an old office building at 1515 Broadway; it was proposed in partnership with Caesars; and it had the backing of a beloved local (Jay-Z and Roc Nation were onboard to run a club in the space).
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fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

BREAKING: Jay-Z-backed Times Square casino bid killed by committee | amNewYork

The Jay-Z-backed Caesars Palace Times Square casino bid was rejected 4-2 by the Community Advisory Committee.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Jay-Zbacked Times Square casino faces Broadway's refusal to share the spotlight at final public hearing | amNewYork

Proposed $5 billion Caesars Palace casino at 1515 Broadway faces opposition over fears it will siphon audiences, harm Broadway theaters and alter Midtown character.
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