Jan 22, 2021 It was one of four Atlantic City casinos to shut down in 2014, followed by another former Trump casino, the Taj Mahal, in 2016. That property has since reopened as the Hard Rock casino. The demolition of Atlantic City’s Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino last week was a reminder that the city’s heyday as a gambling mecca has long since passed. But the recent surge in home prices there.

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Three for Three at Ocean Casino Resort

December 3, 2020 Casino Center

Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City launched six brand-new All Aboard slot machines from Konami on Friday afternoon and within hours, had its first jackpot winner of $22,127. The winning did not end there, however, as two more jackpot winners hit for $15,463 and $15,237 respectively to round out an exciting weekend at the casino resort.

Ocean Resort Casino and Konami Gaming team up

October 12, 2020 Casino City Times

PRESS RELEASE) — Konami Gaming, Inc. will be hosting a WINovation traveling road show at Ocean Resort Casino, featuring their latest and greatest gaming products. This event, housed in Konami’s WINovation trailer, will be held in Ocean’s Porte Cochere from Monday, 12 October through Wednesday, 14 October. Media guests are invited to visit on Tuesday, 13 October between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m., where interviews will be available with Konami’s EVP and COO, Tom Jingoli.

NJ casinos, tracks win $264M in July after virus reopening

August 13, 2020 The Associated Press

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey’s casinos and horse tracks won $264.5 million in July after reopening amid the coronavirus outbreak, a figure that was down nearly 21% from a year ago, but one the gambling houses will gladly take after months of inactivity.

Figures released Wednesday by the state Division of Gaming Enforcement reflect the first month of resumed operations — albeit at 25% of normal capacity — that the casinos and tracks were permitted to undertake.

Atlantic City casino revenue down 23% in July

August 12, 2020 The Press of Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY — The impact of the state’s restrictions on the city’s casinos was evident in July’s industry report as total gaming revenue was down more than 23% compared to last year.

Bad beat: Casinos betting on millennial customers find that gaming — minus social elements — isn’t luring them back post-pandemic

July 13, 2020 Roi-nj.com

The casino industry has spent a lot of time wondering when millennials might stop shying away from gambling, and the pandemic has provided an answer …

Definitely not right now.

In fact, analysts say slot machines and other forms of gambling might be less likely to reel in millennials as casinos reopen than they had before. Local casinos, which had often attracted millennials with still-closed clubs and dining options, are getting their first taste of that.

Mike Donovan of the towering and relatively new Ocean Casino Resort said that, on the casino’s first weekend back — when it became one of five Atlantic City casinos operating once more, abiding by new safety measures, at the start of July — there were some younger people, but less than usual.

Where To Eat At Atlantic City Casinos When They Reopen Sans Indoor Dining

July 4, 2020 NJ Gambling

Atlantic City casinos are reopening today but without indoor dining.

However, that doesn’t mean the casinos lack eating or drinking options. In fact, most have outdoor dining available. Restaurants also provide takeout options in some cases.

Ocean Resort Casino Reopens

July 2, 2020 Shore Local News

Ocean Resort Casino cut the “Ribbon” and reopened for the first time on July 2, 2020 since closing in March for Covid-19. Ocean is now open and has taken all the necessary protections and precautions so that visiting guests can enjoy their visit in safety and comfort.

NJ Amusement Parks and Casinos Reopen

July 2, 2020 NBC Philadelphia

Amusement parks and casinos reopened in New Jersey just in time for the holiday weekend. NBC10’s Matt DeLucia takes a look at the safety measures.

Ocean Casino Resort Atlantic City re-open to the public

July 2, 2020 Press of Atlantic City

Terry Glebocki, CEO of Ocean Casino Resort Atlantic City re-opens the property to the public.

Food trucks and face shields. What to expect at one Atlantic City casino when it reopens July 2.

July 1, 2020 NJ.com

It was beginning to feel a lot like an Atlantic City summer again — a sit-down meal and drinks at the bar as the sounds of slot machines and screams of gamblers provided part of the soundtrack.

Atlantic City receives the go-ahead for return to action

June 29, 2020 Casino Beats

Atlantic City has been given the greenlight to reopen its venue doors with Governor Phil Murphy allowing New Jersey casinos to operate again with a 25 per cent capacity.

Atlantic City casino revenue up 18% for best February since 2011

March 13, 2020 Press of Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY — Gaming revenue for the resort’s nine casino properties increased more than 18% in February, continuing a monthly hot streak that is quickly approaching two years.

But analysts are keenly aware the industry may be affected by COVID-19 and are looking to online betting to serve as a buffer.

Restaurant Week wraps with appearance by Jose Garces

March 11, 2020 Atlantic City Weekly

If you haven’t taken advantage yet of Atlantic City Restaurant Week’s appetizing menus at amazing prices, you still have time.

Restaurant Week is scheduled to end tomorrow, Friday, March 13, so get your friends together quickly and decide on a place to eat before it’s too late.

Wrap up the culinary celebration at Amada at Ocean Casino Resort with Food Network’s Iron Chef Jose Garces. Chef Garces will present the inspiration behind the restaurant’s Spanish cuisine from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, March 13. Reservations are required. Ocean Casino Resort is located at 500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City. Go to TheOceanAC.com/Venues/Amada.

Mike Tyson crashes B.I.G. tribute in AC, steals Jadakiss’ seat

March 10, 2020 Page Six

Mike Tyson showed up unannounced to the Notorious B.I.G. tribute at the Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City Friday.

Ocean Casino keeps things casual at the District Bars + Restaurants

February 26, 2020 Atlantic City Weekly

It’s clear that there is an expectation in Atlantic City casinos to offer fine dining on an unparalleled level. One need only gaze at the myriad of celebrity chef-owned restaurants and other fancy-pants eateries, each offering the most exquisitely prepared (and highly priced) dishes to get that message loud and clear. But in some ways, it seems that message may have been broadcast a bit too loud. While Atlantic City is certainly a place to splurge on a fancy dinner, sometimes you just need to grab a quick, low-cost meal and be on your way. And that is where the District Bars + Restaurants at Ocean Casino Resort come in.

4 things to know about Wine Down Week at Ocean Casino Resort

January 27, 2020 Press of Atlantic City

We’re only one month into 2020, but we’re already thinking we could use a little winding down. Or maybe — even better — some wining down. Take a break from the world and all those resolutions you already forgot about and head to Ocean Casino Resort from Sunday through Friday for their first ever Wine Down Week, with half off glasses of wine throughout the property.

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January 10, 2020 Casino Player

Head to the Boardwalk for some Super Bowl betting fun at Ocean’s William Hill Sportsbook. The property features one of the best books on the East Coast…

New and Improved in Atlantic City

January 8, 2020 AAA

It’s called Ocean Casino-Resort, but “Phoenix” might be a better name for what opened in 2012 as Revel. That’s because from the ashes of that disaster (Revel closed in 2014) has risen a great Atlantic City success story.

Ocean Casino’s New CEO: ‘We Have No Plans Of Slowing Down’

December 23, 2019 NJ Gambling Sites

Terry Glebocki is the new CEO of Ocean Casino Resort. It’s a role she has been serving on an interim basis since August.

Her title became permanent on Dec. 3.

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Glebocki has 30-plus years of experience in the Atlantic City casino industry. Those roles include vice president of finance for Trump Entertainment, CFO of Revel (now Ocean), as well as corporate CFO for Tropicana Entertainment.

Ocean Casino Resort turns the tide

December 18, 2019 Gaming Today

With college football preparing for its bowl season and college basketball starting to warm up a bit, I decided to take a ride down this past Saturday to Atlantic City’s Ocean Casino Resort (formerly Revel) and visit its William Hill Sportsbook, located right in the heart of its casino gaming floor.

Halle Berry Returns to Bruised Set One Week After Being Injured During Fight Scene Filming

November 27, 2019 People

Halle Berry is back in action!

On Tuesday, the actress revealed she was back on the set of her upcoming movie Bruised, one week after an executive producer for the film confirmed they had to postpone filming because Berry was “slightly injured” during a fight scene.

Zhen Bang Noodle & Sushi in Atlantic City Ocean Casino Resort

November 22, 2019 Travel Zork

Noodle & Sushi at the Ocean Casino Resort

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Zhen Bang Noodle & Sushi in Atlantic City, located in Ocean Casino Resort between the parking garage and the walkway to the casino is a solid dining option. My mother was in the mood for noodles, so we gave it a try. It’s a bit overpriced, like all restaurants in Atlantic City Casinos, but we thought it was tasty.

Halle Berry is filming her directorial debut ‘Bruised’ in Atlantic City

November 13, 2019 Inquier

Halle Berry’s directorial debut Bruised will bring the Oscar-winning actress to Atlantic City for filming this week.

Announced last year, the project stars Berry as a disgraced MMA fighter named Jackie Justice, according to a report from Deadline. In the film, Berry’s character reconnects with her estranged son Manny, 6, and faces off against a rising MMA star while finding her identity as a mother and regaining her place in the world of professional fighting. Production was initially supposed to begin in March.

Rascal Flatts Returns to Atlantic City

November 4, 2019 Cat Country 107.3

Another great show coming through town in 2020!

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Ocean Casino plans long stay in Atlantic City, Two Cape towns hold votes on pools and more

November 4, 2019 Press of Atlantic City

Ocean will be in Atlantic City for a ‘long time’: At this time last year, Ocean Casino Resort was struggling financially and many industry watchers wondered whether it could survive. “We’re going to keep doing what we’re doing and build on the success that we’ve had this year,” said Ocean Casino Resort’s senior vice president and chief marketing officer.

Atlantic City’s Ocean Casino is Making a Serious Comeback

November 4, 2019 Best US Casinos

Atlantic City is now considered one of the premier destinations in the United States. For years, Ocean Casino has been considered one of the worst gambling venues in the city. Recently, however, this hotel-casino has been posting some impressive revenue figures.

Ocean Casino will be in Atlantic City for a ‘long time’

November 1, 2019 Press of Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY — At this time last year, Ocean Casino Resort was struggling financially and many industry watchers wondered whether it could survive the brutal winter months along the Jersey shore when visitation to the city’s gambling parlors drops off.

Dive into a unique experience at Ocean Casino Resort

October 31, 2019 Metro.us

At some resorts you get a comfortable stay, luxurious amenities and delicious culinary offerings, it’s expected. You certainly get all of that at Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City, but you also get something more — an experience.

Ocean Casino Resort to host free UFC 244 viewing party

October 30, 2019 Atlantic City Weekly

At 10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, the William Hill Sportsbook at Ocean Casino Resort will host a UFC 224 viewing party inside the 7,500 square foot sportsbook. Sports fans will be able to watch the world-class event free of charge from plush comfortable seating on their state-of the-art video wall. The main event of the evening is a matchup between Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal.

The Business of Food with Jack Whelan the Executive Chef at Ocean Casino Resort

October 24, 2019 Super Joe Pardo

I had the honor of being able to talk shop with the Executive Chef for Ocean Resort Casino. I happened to catch him out talking with some guests and we were able to get a few minutes of his time. Shout to Leon for holding the camera steady while I conducted the interview!

Ocean surges in Atlantic City; Wall Street yawns at MGM sale

October 18, 2019 Las Vegas Advisor

Atlantic City gambling revenue was off 3% last month and we’ll be generous, chalking it up to one less weekend day than last year. The Boardwalk grossed $224.5 million, led by Borgata with $57.5 million (a 5% slippage). Table win was down 1.5% on 3.5% less wagering, while slot win decline 6.5% on 12% less coin-in. The Caesars Entertainment trio fell 9.5% led by a 17% plummet at the tables (10% less betting) and a 6% slide at the slots, where coin-in dropped 9%. Eldorado Resorts, however, ought to look at putting its own house—the Tropicana Atlantic City—in order, as gaming revenue plunged 15% to $25.5 million, receding into fourth place. Hard Rock Atlantic City was second with $29.5 million (+14%), followed by Harrah’s Resort($26.5 million, -2%).

Ocean Casino Resort posted an unbelievably strong performance, just shy of $21 million, surging 38.5% (!). All other casinos were revenue-negative. Bally’s fell 12.55 to $14.5 million, Caesars Atlantic City tumbled 16% to $19 million and Resorts Atlantic City made $14.5 million and change, leaving Bally’s in last place, despite a 7% slippage. The Golden Nugget grossed $16 million, an 11.5% falloff.

In Atlantic City, Ocean Ups the Ante

September 30, 2019 GGB News

Atlantic City’s Ocean Casino Resort (l.) has revamped its player’s club in a marketing drive that’s already won the casino awards—and is turning the profit picture around. Ocean operates inside the soaring oceanfront tower once inhabited by the Revel, which operated just two years before closing.

5 ways to spice up your weekend with pumpkin

September 23, 2019 Atlantic City Weekly

If you’re over this still warm, not-quite-fall weather and are ready to get your pumpkin on, you’re in luck. This Saturday marks the inaugural North Beach Pumpkin Patch at the Absecon Lighthouse, a three-hour, fun-filled day full of all-things autumn. Here’s what you can expect.

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50+ Bites returns with brand new bites and an all new price

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September 20, 2019 Atlantic City Weekly

Beginning Oct. 10, A.C. Weekly’s annual culinary adventure known as 50+ Bites will officially return. Here’s how it works — you buy a pass which entitles you to one Bite from each participating restaurant in Atlantic County throughout the next 50 days (Thanksgiving excluded). Once again this year there will be more than 50 Bites (60 in total) and each will offer you a delicious culinary experience.

OCEAN CASINO’S NEW REWARDS PROGRAM COMES WITH A UNIQUE WOW FACTOR

September 16, 2019 PlayNJ

“WOW!”

This is likely going to be the immediate response when Ocean Casino Resortcustomers glance over the new perks and privilegesof the property’s loyalty program.

Ocean Casino-Resort Arguably Best Sports book In NJ

September 12, 2019 InkedIn

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Food for thought: Ocean Atlantic City unveils its District Bars + Restaurants casual-dining area

September 4, 2019 Bettors Insider

Ocean Casino Resort has added to its inventory of casual-dining outlets with today’s official opening of its District Bars + Restaurants food court.

Hard Rock, Ocean find footing after one year in Atlantic City

August 19, 2019 Press of Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY — July’s casino revenue figures provided the first glimpse of how the two new kids on the Boardwalk are faring after one year, and the results paint an encouraging picture for their respective futures.

Year after 2 new casinos, Atlantic City revenue up nearly 8%

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August 15, 2019 The Trumbull Times

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — A year after two new casinos opened in Atlantic City, the seaside resort’s gambling and sports betting revenue is up nearly 8%, and its top casino had its best month ever.

Figures released Wednesday by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement show the casinos took in $323 million, an increase of 7.8% from July 2018.

That’s when the city’s two newest casinos, Hard Rock and Ocean, were in their first full month of operation. July’s figures were the first true apples-to-apples comparison in a year of how the Atlantic City casino market had been

Atlantic City casino revenue up in July, year to date

August 15, 2019 Press of Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY — The double-digit percentage increases for monthly casino gaming revenue stopped in July, but the market was still up compared to the prior year.

Total gaming revenue for Atlantic City’s nine casino properties was $323.3 million in July, an increase of 7.8% over last summer, according to figures released Wednesday by the state Division of Gaming Enforcement. Year-to-date gaming revenue for Atlantic City casinos is $1.85 billion, an increase of 18.4% over the first seven months of 2018.

15 party places to watch the A.C. Airshow

August 13, 2019 Press of Atlantic City

It’s not every day you get to see fighter planes take to the skies of Atlantic City, so when you do, you’d better believe it’s a cause for celebration. Head to the 17^th Annual Atlantic City Airshow, “A Tribute to Those That Serve,” Wednesday, Aug. 21, to see the amazing feats of U.S.A.F. Thunderbirds, U.S. Army Golden Knights, Royal Air Force Red Arrows and more. Here are 15 places to catch the show.

OCEAN CASINO’S WILLIAM HILL SPORTSBOOK HAS THE ‘BIG-TIME SPORTSBOOK FEEL’ OF VEGAS

August 9, 2019 Play NJ

With preseason games kicking off in full this weekend, the start of the NFL season is so close, we can almost taste it.

There are, in fact, 11 preseason games on Thursday, and it’s a sure bet that all of the New Jersey sports betting sites — retail and online — will be taking action on them. But where are you going to watch the game? Perhaps at a nearby sports book, but which one? There are 10 of them after all.

Eight of those 10 are in Atlantic City. And the AC sports books are prepping for their first full season of gridiron action.

I will be reviewing each of the books layouts, features, and amenities. Today’s focus is the William Hill Sports Book at Ocean Casino Resort.

Ocean Casino’s hedge-fund owners approved by state gaming regulators

August 9, 2019 Press of Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY — State gaming regulators advanced a New York-based hedge fund’s controlling interest of Ocean Casino Resort and approved a veteran of the resort’s industry as trustee.

Luxor Capital Group was granted interim casino authorization Wednesday by the state Casino Control Commission following a lengthy public hearing. The authorization was granted with several financial conditions, as recommended by the state Division of Gaming Enforcement, to ensure the casino hotel’s stability.

Review: Stray Cats return to Atlantic City for a rip-roaring rockabilly party at Ocean Casino Resort

August 5, 2019 Bettors Insider

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Rockabilly revivalists Stray Cats strutted into Atlantic City for the first time in 12 years Saturday night and raised the roof of Ocean Casino Resort’s Ovation Hall.

Celebrating four decades as the world’s most-popular exponent of the 1950s genre that blended R&B and country (then considered “hillbilly music” in some precincts) that is one of the DNA building blocks of rock ’n’ roll, the trio came out firing on all cylinders and pretty much stayed in fifth gear throughout the 22-song rave-up.

OCEAN CASINO-RESORT OFFERS BEST SPORTSBOOK IN ATLANTIC CITY

August 1, 2019 Metro.us

The sports book inside the Ocean Casino-Resort located at the far end of the boardwalk (500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401) is easily the best in town, and one would argue, probably the most attractive across the entire state of New Jersey.

A DOZEN WOMEN WALK INTO AN ATLANTIC CITY SPORTSBOOK… AND THIS IS WHAT HAPPENED

July 25, 2019 Play NJ

For a woman to have a deep knowledge of sports, let alone a desire to place bets, is met with a bit of skepticism. Last year, during a trip to the William Hill Sports book at Ocean Casino Resort for some Week Two NFL action, my husband high-fived the group next to him to celebrate a win….

5 things to know about Christmas in July at Ocean Casino Resort

July 22, 2019 Atlantic City Weekly

Christmas may be five months out, but that’s no reason we can’t get the party started early. Head to Ocean Casino Resort on Thursday, July 25 (exactly five months from Christmas Day) for a Christmas in July celebration — complete with all the magic of the holidays — smack in the middle of summer.

GLOBAL GAMING BUSINESS PODCAST: Mike Donovan, Vice President of Marketing, Ocean Casino Resort

July 22, 2019 Global Gaming Business Magazine

The saga of the Revel/Ocean property in Atlantic City took a major upturn earlier this year when Mike Donovan, a former marketing executive at the Tropicana, was hired by the new owners, Luxor Capital, to lead the Ocean marketing team. Donovan has wide experience in Atlantic City and other jurisdictions and has delivered some dependable formulas to turn around the fortunes of that struggling casino. And it seems to be working, with the property posting the highest gross gaming revenue ever in June. Donovan explains what the property has to offer his customers and how he positions it, He spoke with GGB Publisher Roger Gros at Ocean in July.

36 Hours in Atlantic City

July 19, 2019 Ny Times

Atlantic City’s boom-and-bust cycle has been in motion for decades now, with new casinos and restaurants sowing high hopes for revitalization, followed by mass closings, and then the whole thing happening on repeat. The key to enjoying this seaside New Jersey city, where the beach is often a secondary consideration, is to revisit old favorites interspersed with whichever new places have opened their doors, whether that’s the newly legal sports books in the casinos or hip beer gardens. The longtime pleasures of Atlantic City — the gambling, the funnel cake and the amusements — never change and should be enjoyed to the fullest. And, if you can squeeze in a whiskey from an innovative local distillery, an oyster happy hour and a stimulating museum on African-American history at the same time, consider it a bonus.

Ocean Casino Catches A Wave Of Positive News To Start The Summer

July 19, 2019 NJ Gambling Sites

The recent celebrationat Ocean Casino Resortwasn’t just about the property turning one. The property located on the North Beachsection of the boardwalk is fresh off its best month to date.

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — A former Atlantic City casino built by former President Trump will be imploded on Feb. 17, and city officials announced a new auction connected to it to raise money for a youth charity.

Mayor Marty Small on Thursday announced the new date for the destruction of the former Trump Plaza casino, which had been pushed back due to the discovery of an unexpected concrete fixture and a dispute with the building owner, billionaire investor Carl Icahn.

The city originally planned to auction off the right to press the button that would have imploded Trump Plaza on Jan. 29.

But Icahn objected to that plan on safety grounds, saying a member of the public chosen to trigger the detonation could be injured by flying debris, as could any spectators nearby.

He sent a cease-and-desist order to the auction house that was soliciting the bids, which canceled the auction.

But Icahn said he will replace the $175,000 in bids that had already been made that would have gone to the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City.

On Thursday, Small announced a new fundraising campaign related to the implosion. The Hard Rock and Ocean casinos will donate 10 hotel rooms for winners, as will One Atlantic, an events space with a prime view of Trump Plaza, where 10 winners will be able to view the 9 a.m. implosion from behind glass a safe distance away.

Fire Chief Scott Evans said several blocks will be cordoned off before the implosion, and some areas will need to be evacuated or designated as places where residents need to remain indoors during the demolition.

Trump Plaza opened in 1984, and was the site of numerous high-profile boxing matches that Trump, then a real estate developer, attended.

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It shut down in 2014 and has fallen into disrepair, necessitating its demolition.

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