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Thursday, May 16, 2013  The Oneida Indian Nation has agreed to effectively end its decides-long land claim in Oneida and Madison counties in exchange for exclusive rights to operate a casino in Central New York.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Gov. Andrew Cuomo wants any future new casinos to provide revenue to several counties surrounding each one, not just the county that's host to the facility.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  With an added stop in Central New York on its 2013 Monster Tour, legendary rock band KISS is marking two milestones: the band's 40th anniversary, and the venue's 20th anniversary.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  Two bands that topped charts in the mid-90's will share a stage at Turning Stone this July.

Thursday, April 18, 2013  Turning Stone has tapped the talents of a piano man with 20 years of experience in film, music, and theatre to help celebrate its 20th anniversary.  Harry Connick Jr. and his band will take the stage July 3 at 8 p.m., performing songs from their new album, "Every Man Should Know."

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  Former Gov. Mario Cuomo is helping the Oneida Indian Nation celebrate the 20th anniversary of the compact that led to New York's first Indian casino.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  The Turning Stone Casino has a new restaurant that's tapping into the flavors Central New York.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  If you're a country music fan in Central New York, get ready for a rockin' summer. Alan Jackson and Gretchen Wilson's tours will make a stop in Central New York.

Friday, March 22, 2013  Alligators will be taking over Turning Stone Casino this weekend. People of all ages are welcome to come to the educational shows put on by the members from the cast of Animal Planet's TV show, "Gator Boys."

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  Two local men are suspected of robbing numerous banks across Central New York and Massachusetts. Court documents indicate the suspects told investigators they would use the money at Turning Stone Casino in Verona.

Monday, March 11, 2013  A Canadian man is accused of assaulting another man at Turning Stone Casino in Verona.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  A new report shows the eight gambling facilities run by Indian nations in New York saw falling revenues in 2011.

Friday, February 08, 2013  A Utica teenager is accused of assaulting another man at the Turning Stone Casino.

Friday, February 08, 2013  Strangers on the night of a horrific car accident, Kailee Perrin, has not only kept in touch with the crash victim, but has organized a benefit to raise money for her and her family.

Friday, February 08, 2013  New York already has five Indian casinos and nine tracks that offer video slots but no table games.