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JackpotJoy breaks new ground with advert deal

Few TV shows have captured the imagination of the viewing public in recent years like ‘Deal or No Deal’, which has also seen Noel Edmonds return to mainstream television. Many people could have done without the return of Edmonds but the simplicity of the show and the presence of the banker has made it must see viewing for many people. It is a popular show to advertise on The popularity of the show has no doubt influenced the decision by Jackpot Joy to enter into a sponsorship deal with the... 

 

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Bingo Brings Joy To Hospital Patients

Being in hospital is not much fun and if you enjoy a regular social activity, missing out on it can make time move slowly in hospital. This was the scenario facing bingo fan Joan Williams when she was in Ellesmere Port Cottage Hospital receiving treatment. Joan is a regular attendee at the local Mecca bingo hall and was no doubt disappointed to miss... 

 

Charitable Legal Bingo Booming In New Hampshire

It seems bingo is booming in New Hampshire without the troubles that bingo players are struggling with in Alabama. In New Hampshire, since 2006, charitable gambling is actually legal. Some though are not happy with the current gambling laws in the state, especially Jim Rubens, chairman of the Granite State Coalition Against Expanded Gambling. “Once... 

 

Is Trick or Treat Bingo a Good Idea?

Obviously bingo sites have to work hard to create a name for themselves and deliver some much needed publicity but you have to wonder if Bingo Friends are going the right way to drum up some business for their site. They have announced that they are launching a trick or treat bingo session where players will not know what prizes they will be playing... 

 

Predicted Slowdown For Online Bingo During 2011

Over the last few years we have seen an almost unbelievable online bingo boom in the UK. Hundreds of online bingo sites have been launched with almost guaranteed success. UK commercial TV has been swamped with bingo ads and many celebs have been signed up to endorse bingo brands. Astoundingly online bingo has become the most popular form of online gambling... 

 

Guilty Pleas in New York Charity Bingo Theft

Even though the current economic climate is not too bright for many people, there are levels which people would hope to never stoop to. There are many bad things which people can do but stealing from charity is a step too far for many people. These are the charges brought against three New York residents who have pleaded guilty to grand larceny charges.... 

 

GameTech International, Inc. Releases Bingo Slingo

GameTech International have today released a new bingo version of their classic Slingo game. GameTech have also reported that that they will release further  Slingo games that operate on their new GameTech edge Bingo System. Rich Roberts, CEO of Slingo stated, We look forward to a successful relationship with GTI as well as bringing new games to traditional... 

 

Disused Kent Pub Becomes Bingo Hall

The public house is one of the most important parts of a community but in recent years, some pubs have found their numbers dwindling. The smoking ban has led to many people to give pubs a miss and the availability of cheap alcohol from supermarkets has made it much easier for people to stay at home and drink. The economic situation for many people hasn’t... 

 

Jackpotjoy Bingo Tops Online Bingo World

Over the last few months there have been many different reports published in regards who is actually is the leading online bingo site. Perhaps it comes as no surprise that each reports crowns different winners as the king of online bingo. How do you judge which site is better? One online bingo site could have more players but compared to another site... 

 

Charity Is Beginning At Home For Bingo Sites

The role of bingo games in raising funds for charity has always been something that people have turned to over the years. This is definitely due in part to the popularity of bingo and of the broad appeal it has. Even though the bingo players who frequented bingo halls night after night could be grouped together in a particular demographic, bingo has...