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WHEELING ISLAND HOTEL-CASINO-RACETRACK RENEWING TABLE GAMES LICENSE FOR ONE YEAR

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:00 EST

WHEELING, W.V. – Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack announced today it will renew its table games license in July for one year. The important decision saves 100 table games-related jobs at the casino and prevents a $2.5 million shortfall in a popular statewide senior program.

View of Atlantis with Open Payload Bay Doors Open Is Even More Rare Than Guests May Expect

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 10:00:00 EST

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (June 7, 2013) – KENNEDY SPACE CENTER
When guests visit the new Space Shuttle Atlantis^SM attraction, they will be treated to a sight previously seen only by astronauts in space – Atlantis tilted at a 43.21-degree angle with its payload bay doors open as if it has just undocked from the International Space Station (ISS). What guests may not realize is how rare it is for the payload bay doors to be open when Atlantis is not in space.

Full-Size, High-Fidelity Replica of Hubble Space Telescope Installed Inside New Space Shuttle AtlantisSM

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 00:00:00 EST

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (June 7, 2013) – KENNEDY SPACE CENTER – The world’s most comprehensive attraction devoted to the space shuttle, Space Shuttle Atlantis^SMat Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, is much more than a permanent home for the priceless Atlantis spacecraft.

Delaware North Parks & Resorts Joins New National Park Service Concessions Program

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 11:15:00 EST

WASHINGTON, DC (June 5, 2013) - Delaware North Parks & Resorts announces its partnership with National Park Service (NPS) in implementing the new Healthy and Sustainable Food Program for concessionaires. Delaware North Parks & Resorts President Rick Abramson and chefs from Shenandoah National Park will participate in the program’s announcement event and sign on as a participating concessions provider June 5 at the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment Names Industry Veteran E. Brian Hansberry as New President

Wed, 29 May 2013 10:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (May 29, 2013) – After completing a global search, Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment today announced that E. Brian Hansberry, a 30-year-veteran of the casino gaming industry, has been selected as its new president.

El Questro Homestead named Best Outback Experience at the 2013 Australian Gourmet Traveller Travel Awards

Wed, 29 May 2013 00:00:00 EST

(May 29, 2013) El Questro Homestead has been voted the Best Outback Experience at the 2013 Australian Gourmet Traveller Travel Awards.

Delaware North Brings Three Concepts to New Food Court in Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (May 16, 2013) – Delaware North Companies Travel Hospitality Services, in conjunction with Lauderdale F&B Partners, today announced the opening of three new dining concepts -- Jamba Juice, Pei Wei Asian Diner and Steak ‘n Shake Signature -- in a new food court space in Terminal 3, Concourse F at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.

Delaware North Companies' Park Gate Lodges Graduate from Sustainable Business Program

Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 EST

WEST YELLOWSTONE, Mont. (May 2, 2013) –Three West Yellowstone properties owned and operated by global hospitality company Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts successfully graduated from the Yellowstone Business Partnership’s (YBP) UnCommon Sense Program. The Gray Wolf Inn & Suites, the Holiday Inn Conference Center and Branch Restaurant and the Yellowstone Park Hotel are known as the Park Gate Lodges.

Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts Selected as New Concessioner at Kings Canyon National Park

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:00 EST

SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS, CALIFORNIA-(March, 2013) – The National Park Service announced today the selection of Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts as the new concessioner operating overnight accommodations, food and beverage, retail, and other services at Kings Canyon National Park. The company currently holds a concession contract to operate lodging, food and beverage, and retail operations in neighboring Sequoia National Park.

Angry Birds™ Space Encounter Opens at NASA's Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:00:00 EST

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (March 22, 2013)– KENNEDY SPACE CENTER –– The internationally popular Angry Birds^™ have landed at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex for a new mission in space.

Angry Birds Space Encounter, the first comprehensive, interactive Angry Birds attraction in the United States designed for people of all ages, opened today at the Visitor Complex. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex partnered with Rovio Entertainment, creator of the globally successful Angry Birds franchise, including Angry Birds Space, to bring the beloved characters to life.

Delaware North Companies Partners with SATS as Exclusive Caterer for Singapore Sports Hub

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 02:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y., and SINGAPORE (March 13, 2013)—The Singapore Sports Hub has appointed joint venture Sports Catering Services to provide catering and food and beverage services for its retail concessions, corporate suites, and members dining areas and for conferences, exhibitions and other special events across five of its venues. The contract tenure is for 21 years, with expected revenue of approximately S$50 million per year in its steady state of operations.

Delaware North Companies Unveils 'Taking Off with the Hungry Traveler'

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (March 11, 2013)– Delaware North Companies Travel Hospitality Services on Feb. 25 unveiled “Taking Off with the Hungry Traveler,” a magazine and webisode series featuring the best of food and travel from the airports at which the company operates.

Delaware North Sportservice Seeking Additional Nonprofit Groups for Fundraising at Comerica Park

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST

DETROIT (Feb. 5, 2013)– Delaware North Companies Sportservice, the food and retail provider for the Major League Baseball’s Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park, is seeking additional non-profit organizations to participate in its fundraising program during the 2013 baseball season.

Romance is in the Air at Gideon Putnam Resort

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST

Saratoga Springs, New York.(January 25, 2012) – Romance is in the air, and there’s no better time to escape to upstate New York for a romantic Valentine’s Day spa getaway at Gideon Putnam Resort.

Delaware North Companies Unveils Eight New Restaurant Concepts at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST

NEW ORLEANS – (Jan. 15, 2013) – Delaware North Companies Travel Hospitality Services today celebrated the official grand opening of the company’s newest dining concepts at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).

Delaware North Sportservice and the Columbus Blue Jackets Unveil Front Street Market at Nationwide Arena

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST

COLUMBUS, Ohio (Jan. 9, 2013) – Delaware North Companies Sportservice, a global leader in sports hospitality, and the Columbus Blue Jackets this week announced the addition of the Front Street Market, a grab-n-go-style outlet in Nationwide Arena.

Seahawks and Sounders FC Select New Food and Beverage Provider at Stadium

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST

RENTON, Wash. - The Seattle Seahawks, Sounders FC and First & Goal Inc. (FGI) announced today the selection of Delaware North Companies Sportservice, a global leader in sports hospitality, as the new exclusive food and beverage services provider at CenturyLink Field, CenturyLink Field Event Center and the WaMu Theater.

Delaware North Companies Sportservice and Texas Rangers Extend Partnership at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. and ARLINGTON, Texas (Dec. 18, 2012) – Delaware North Companies Sportservice, a global leader in sports hospitality, and the Texas Rangers have agreed to a long-term contract extension at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. Sportservice has served as the Rangers’ food and beverage provider since the ballpark opened in 1994, and took on retail services in 2012.

Delaware North Companies Helps Travelers with Last Minute Gift Ideas at Airports

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (Dec. 19, 2012) – The holiday season is in full swing. For millions of people, that means it’s time to pack the bags and shuffle off to the airport. If you got through security and realized that you forgot a gift for a loved one, there is still plenty of shopping that can be done – at the airport.

Delaware North Joins PRO*ACT as First Hospitality Partner In New Greener Fields Together™ Sustainability Program

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. and MONTEREY, Calif. (Dec. 4, 2012) – Delaware North Companies, one of the nation’s largest hospitality groups, has signed an agreement to become the first major hospitality and foodservice company to join Greener Fields Together, the sustainability program recently launched by leading national produce distributor, PRO*ACT.

Start Dreaming of a White (Sand) Christmas at Lizard Island

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST

AUSTRALIA (November 15, 2012) –Lizard Island’s new Executive Chef Anthony Healy is preparing a week-long culinary Christmas season celebration this year.

Delaware North Companies and the Jacobs Family Announce $1 Million Gift to Say Yes Buffalo Scholarship

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y.,(Nov. 14, 2012) –Delaware North Companies and the Jacobs family declared their support for the Say Yes Buffalo Scholarship today with a $1 million gift.

When added to previous commitments from Western New York individuals, families, organizations and businesses, more than $17.5 million has now been raised locally to provide postsecondary tuition scholarships for graduates of Buffalo public and charter schools.

Second Annual Great Barrier Reef Swim at Heron Island a Huge Success

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST

AUSTRALIA (Oct. 29, 2012) – After a successful inaugural swim for 2011 that sold out within days, Oceanswims.com in conjunction with Heron Island held the second annual Great Barrier Reef Swim on October 18-22, 2012. Accompanied by well-known, highly respected coaches of elite swimmers and Olympians, ocean swimmers of all ages took part in the sold-out competition.

Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment Brings Breast Cancer Fundraising Events to Several Gaming Venues

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (Oct. 22, 2012) – Motivated by the success of Southland Park Gaming & Racing’s Kennel Association’s 2011 Susan G. Komen for the Cure event, the Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment Racing Committee extended its breast-cancer awareness fundraising effort to include each company-owned-and-operated track.

Delaware North Companies Names Sports and Hospitality Veteran Jim Houser Chief Operating Officer for Parks & Resorts Division

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (Oct. 16, 2012) – Delaware North Companies, a global leader in hospitality and food service, today named sports and hospitality veteran Jim Houser to a new leadership role for Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts as chief operating officer.

Sports Industry Veteran John Wentzell To Lead Delaware North Companies Sportservice and Delaware North Companies Operations in Europe

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (Oct. 17, 2012) – Delaware North Companies, a global leader in hospitality and food service, today named John Wentzell, a veteran of the sports industry, to lead Delaware North Companies Sportservice, as well as the company’s operations in Europe.

Delaware North Companies Names Hospitality Industry Veteran Kevin Kelly Vice President of Shared Services

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (Oct. 17, 2012) – Delaware North Companies, a global leader in hospitality and food service, today named Kevin Kelly to the newly created position of vice president of shared services for the company’s worldwide operations.

Delaware North Companies Names Sports and Hospitality Veteran Rick Abramson to Lead Parks & Resorts Division, Australian Operations and Growth in Asia

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (Oct. 16, 2012) – Delaware North Companies, a global leader in hospitality and food service, today named longtime company executive and sports and hospitality industry veteran Rick Abramson to lead its parks and resorts business in North America and Australia, as well as its other Australia and New Zealand operations and new business efforts in Asia.

Delaware North Companies Announces Key Leadership Changes

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (Oct. 17, 2012) – Delaware North Companies, a global leader in hospitality and food service, today announced strategic leadership changes as part of the company’s overall strategy for growth in North America and around the world.

Global Spectrum, Delaware North Companies and international sports executive Ray Lalonde join GTA Centre project

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 EST

MARKHAM, ON, September 20, 2012 – W. Graeme Roustan, Chairman and CEO of GTA Sports and Entertainment (GTASE), announced today that Global Spectrum, a subsidiary of Comcast-Spectacor and a worldwide leader in venue management, Delaware North Companies, a global leader in hospitality and food service, and Ray Lalonde, an international sports executive with the NBA, NHL and CFL, have joined the Markham-based team of professionals on this extraordinary project.

Delaware North Companies Boston Appoints New President Of TD Garden

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 EST

BOSTON, MA (September 20, 2012) – Amy Latimer, Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing for the TD Garden and Boston Bruins, has been officially named as the new President of the TD Garden, one of the top sports and entertainment venues in the world, as announced today by John Wentzell, President of Delaware North Companies Boston & Delaware North Companies International. TD Garden is owned and operated by Delaware North Companies, one of the largest privately held companies in the United States and global leader in hospitality and entertainment.

Delaware North Companies Brings Celebrated Chefs to LAX

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 EST

LOS ANGELES (Sept. 13, 2012) – Today Delaware North Companies Travel Hospitality Services, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and airport officials joined with Wolfgang Puck and Masaharu Morimoto to celebrate the official grand openings of these chefs’ new dining concepts at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The much-anticipated Skewers by Morimoto – a first-ever airport location for the chef – and a newly expanded and transformed Wolfgang Puck Express, are among the first of many new dining and retail options planned for LAX.

Lizard Island Resort Stockpiles Awards in First Half of 2012

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (Aug. 28, 2012) – Located off the northern coast of Australia, out on the edges of the Great Barrier Reef, Lizard Island Resort is a spectacular island setting not known to many. However, with all of the honors garnered so far in 2012, more and more travelers are learning about this ultimate getaway location owned and operated by Delaware North Companies.

Delaware North Companies Sportservice Bringing Massive 1-Pound Hot Dog to Several Major League Ballparks

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (June 28, 2012) – Delaware North Companies Sportservice, a global leader in hospitality and food service, will celebrate National Hot Dog Month in July by bringing the successful “Giant Slugger” hot dog to several Major League Baseball locations at which it handles food and beverage services.

Delaware North Companies' Iconic Australian Destination Properties Now Live on Global Distribution Systems

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, NY (June 5, 2012) – Delaware North Companies’ iconic Australian resorts are now live on all major Global Distribution Systems (GDS) platforms: Amadeus, Worldspan, Sabre and Galileo. GDS connects millions of travel producers on a centralized platform for bookings around the world.

The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake Awarded 2012 Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:00 EST

For the second year in a row, The Lodge receives the TripAdvisor award for excellence.

Kennedy Space Center Welcoming Visitors During 50th Anniversary Year with Special Tours and Offers

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 EST

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. (May 18, 2012) – NASA is offering visitors rare access to several key areas of Kennedy Space Center during its 50th anniversary year to enhance a popular destination that already features an array of authentic attractions showcasing the space program and opportunities for up-close viewing of ongoing rocket launches.

Todd Merry Named Chief Marketing Officer for Delaware North Companies

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (April 18, 2012) -- Todd Merry has joined Delaware North Companies, a global leader in hospitality management and food service, as chief marketing officer. Merry will report to Chuck Moran, president and chief operating officer.

Packers Select Delaware North Companies Sportservice As Exclusive Food Service Partner At Lambeau Field

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EST

GREEN BAY, Wis., and BUFFALO, N.Y. (April 18, 2012) – The Green Bay Packers announced today that Delaware North Companies Sportservice has been selected as the new exclusive provider of food and beverage services at Lambeau Field.

Wuksachi Lodge and World Wildlife Fund Celebrate Earth Hour March 31

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 EST

The World Wildlife Fund is daring the world to save the planet and Wuksachi Lodge is up for the challenge.

Jumer's Casino and Hotel Opens New Restaurant

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 EST

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (March 1, 2012) – Jumer’s Casino and Hotel in Rock Island, Ill., is set to open a new restaurant at 4 p.m. today that celebrates the long history and achievements in food service of Delaware North Companies, which purchased and began operating the casino in 2011.

Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment Announces Joint Venture with Churchill Downs Incorporated to Develop Video Lottery Terminal Facility and Racetrack in Ohio

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, NY and LOUISVILLE, KY (March 1, 2012) – Delaware North Companies Gaming & Entertainment, one of the most innovative gaming and racing operators in the country, and Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”), a premier racing, gaming and entertainment company, today announced their joint venture to purchase Lebanon Raceway in Lebanon, Ohio, and develop a new video lottery terminal (VLT) facility with up to 2,500 VLTs and a harness racetrack.

Wuksachi Lodge Celebrates Free Entrance Days in the National Parks

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST

Fee-free dates throughout 2012 attract outdoor enthusiasts to Sequoia National Park.

The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake Named to Top 10 U.S. Wine Country Inn List

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST

The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake has been named one of the Top 10 Wine Country Inns in the U.S., sharing the spotlight with wine destinations in California, New York and more.

Delaware North's Employment of Individuals with Disabilities Nets Employer of Year Award for Bridgestone Arena

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Nov. 30, 2011) – Delaware North Companies, the food and retail concessions partner of the Nashville Predators, has made it part of its employee recruitment effort in recent years to hire individuals with disabilities. That effort recently resulted in an employer of the year award for Bridgestone Arena.

Southland Park Gaming & Racing to Begin $10 Million Renovation

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. (Nov. 14, 2011) – Southland Park Gaming & Racing in West Memphis, Ark., today announced it is set to begin a $10 million renovation of its gaming and hospitality amenities in December to better serve a fast-growing patron base.

Delaware North Companies Hosting Global Culinary Trade Show, Dinner and Cook-Off in Buffalo

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y. (Nov. 10, 2011) – Delaware North Companies, a global leader in hospitality and food service, is welcoming some of the top names in the industry to its annual Food & Beverage Summit. The event will run from Nov. 14 to Nov. 17. For the third year in a row, it will be held in Buffalo N.Y., where the company was founded and remains headquartered.

Delaware North Companies, Jacobs Family Honored by Niagara University

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 EST

NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (Oct. 27, 2011) – Delaware North Companies, a global leader in hospitality management led by Chairman and CEO Jeremy M. Jacobs, and the Jacobs family will be honored Oct. 27 at the Niagara University College of Hospitality and Tourism Convocation. Delaware North Companies and the Jacobs family will receive the college’s Hospitality Management Leadership award.

Cardinals and Rangers Fans to Savor Fresh-Smoked BBQ and Other Delights at World Series

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 EST

BUFFALO, N.Y (Oct. 19, 2011) – Fans attending the 2011 World Series in Texas and St. Louis will have a wide range of delicious foods to enjoy during baseball’s Fall Classic, including local flavors and fresh BBQ brisket smoked daily right at each ballpark.

Delaware North Companies Marks 5,000th Live Music Performance Sponsored at Austin Airport

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 EST

AUSTIN, Texas (Oct. 7, 2011) – Bringing live music performances to an airport was an unprecedented move in June 1999, but that’s just what city and airport officials had in mind for the then-brand-new Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.