Brand new Monticello Raceway announced

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02/12/2008 - Monticello, NY (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The operator of Monticello Raceway in upstate New York has announced plans to build a new harness track and entertainment complex. Empire Resorts will construct a new Monticello Raceway and Casino at the site of the Concord Hotel in the Catskill Mountains.

An agreement has been reached with Concord Associates to build an entertainment and gaming complex on the 160 acre location. The total cost is projected to be $700 million.

"This ambitious project will create thousands of union jobs for the region and the Catskills," said Louis R. Cappelli, managing member of Concord Associates, "which will now be able to once again claim the coveted position of being New York's premier tourist destination."

Construction of "Entertainment City" is scheduled to begin later this year and open in 2010. The complex will contain a hundred-thousand square foot gaming area, convention center, hotel, golf, retail stores, restaurants and various family entertainment activities.

"This is a win across the board for Empire's shareholders and Sullivan County's residents," said Empire Resorts CEO David Hanlos. "The local economy will get the boost it needs in terms of jobs and this project is expected to enhance the value of the company for our shareholders, who will finally be rewarded for their patience in waiting for the day when we can build a world- class resort and gaming complex in the Catskills."

The Concord Hotel is located in Kiamesha Lake and just 2 1/2 miles from the present raceway location. The racetrack began operations in 1958.

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An important American Idol betting lines recap from February 20 Guys episode. The 12 men came out flat overall with Blake Lewis appearing to have the early edge after the first hour and a half.

Rudy - was quite good singing "Free Ride" to start off.  Randy was not impressed though.  Paula thought he started off fantastic.  "Never had anyone stop off so lively" said Paula but Simon (who does not like Rudy) does not feel he has a distinct voice and was not impressed either. 

Brandon was a little pitchy according to Randy and Paula agreed.  Simon said he was a good singer but the song was "too safe" and he needs to make an impact.  He was listed at +1200 odds or $1200 paid out on a $100 bet should he win the competition. 

Big favorite Sundance came in with a flat version of "Knights in White Satin" and the judges let him have it, including Paula.  Randy claimed the song was out of pitch throughout.

Korean American - and a Jenny Woo favorite - Paul Kim was up next.  Another pitchy flat one but Randy said he still liked his potential.  Kim at +3000 odds was said to have sung a "third rate version of that (George Michael) song" according to Simon Cowell.  He sang "Careless Whisper".

22 year old Chris Richardson was up next.  He was listed with +1100 odds coming in.  He got the best response from the judges though Simon did not believe the vocal was that great. 

Nick was boring and pitchy.  Simon didn't think he was that bad though and predicted he would be back next week.  Nick Pedro was a big +3000 dog coming into this competition. 

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