Pennsylvania gambling numbers a rare bright spot for state revenue

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Pennsylvania joined an exclusive club this week when the state’s Gaming Control Board announced sportsbooks took $525.8 million in bets last month.

Not only is that a record amount, surpassing the $462.8 million wagered in September, but Pennsylvania joined Nevada and New Jersey as the only states to break the half-billion dollar barrier for a month.

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