At Raynham-Taunton Greyhound Track, bettors sit in front of screens that show live horse and dog races at other locations. Continuing such broadcasts is hoped to save a number of jobs.
(John Tlumacki/Globe Staff/File 2008)
Simulcast to keep dog tracks open
May preserve about 50% of jobs till July
At Raynham-Taunton Greyhound Track, bettors sit in front of screens that show live horse and dog races at other locations. Continuing such broadcasts is hoped to save a number of jobs.
(John Tlumacki/Globe Staff/File 2008)
RAYNHAM - With the end of greyhound racing less than five weeks away, Massachusetts legislators have tossed the state’s dog tracks a small bone: The lights will still go out on live racing on Jan. 1, but the Raynham-Taunton Greyhound Track and Wonderland in Revere will be allowed to simulcast races until July. (Full article: 775 words)
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