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A new resort-style casino in the works for Narragansett tribe - 2004-02-05
The town of West Warwick and the Narragansett Indians have been unsuccessful in their efforts to put a vote for a casino on a statewide ballot, but this time, Rep. Timothy Williamson states, "the stars are in alignment, and the planets are, too."

The Narragansetts and Harrah's want to construct a $500 million resort and entertainment venue with a 1,000-room hotel and 3,500 gaming stations. A gaming station is a place where bets can be made, either a slot machine or a seat at one of the table games like blackjack or roulette.
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The 'Net games players play - 2004-02-05
Smoke breaks are normal in the work environment, but a growing number of people are taking coffee breaks from their jobs without leaving their desks -- and enjoying it in the process.
"This is not blackjack," Rovello states. "This is not poker. This is arcade games, chess and solitaire."

Arkadium offers players an opportunity to pick an avatar, a graphic symbol of themselves, and to instant-message each other through chat rooms -- mostly to challenge others to a game.
Read the full story at Fort Worth Star Telegram, TX