{"id":12832,"date":"2025-07-17T13:39:54","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T13:39:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/?post_type=america&#038;p=12832"},"modified":"2025-07-17T13:39:54","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T13:39:54","slug":"churchill-downs-bets-big-on-salem-casino-salem-expansion-sparks-new-england-buzz","status":"publish","type":"america","link":"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/america\/churchill-downs-bets-big-on-salem-casino-salem-expansion-sparks-new-england-buzz\/","title":{"rendered":"Churchill downs bets big on salem: casino salem expansion sparks new england buzz"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) is making strategic moves in New England with its acquisition of a majority stake in <strong>Casino Salem<\/strong>, a new charitable gaming venue in Salem, New Hampshire. The company aims to transform the site into a <strong>state-of-the-art regional gaming and entertainment hub<\/strong>, leveraging its proximity to downtown Boston.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/churchill-downs-bets-big-on-salem-casino-salem-expansion-sparks-new-england-buzz2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12835\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/churchill-downs-bets-big-on-salem-casino-salem-expansion-sparks-new-england-buzz2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/churchill-downs-bets-big-on-salem-casino-salem-expansion-sparks-new-england-buzz2-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/churchill-downs-bets-big-on-salem-casino-salem-expansion-sparks-new-england-buzz2-768x595.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The deal, signed with local entrepreneurs Joe Faro and Sal Lupoli, gives CDI operational control while retaining the founders as minority stakeholders. Both have emphasized their continued commitment to driving economic growth, creating jobs, and delivering a world-class experience for visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/landing\/multigame-link\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/ice-london-termino-y-se-despidio-la-feria-en-imagenes-mgl-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9725\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/ice-london-termino-y-se-despidio-la-feria-en-imagenes-mgl-1.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/ice-london-termino-y-se-despidio-la-feria-en-imagenes-mgl-1-300x102.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/11\/ice-london-termino-y-se-despidio-la-feria-en-imagenes-mgl-1-768x261.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Casino Salem<\/strong> opened its doors earlier this July with approximately <strong>100 historical horse racing machines (HRMs)<\/strong> and <strong>13 live table games<\/strong>. CDI now plans a complete revamp of the property: rebranding, gaming floor expansion, and enhanced food and beverage offerings are all on the table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The acquisition complements CDI\u2019s growing footprint in New Hampshire, adding to its existing operation at the <strong>Chasers Poker Room<\/strong>, also located in Salem. Financing for the deal will come from CDI\u2019s current credit lines, pending approval from the New Hampshire Lottery Commission. Closing is expected by Q3 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/churchill-downs-bets-big-on-salem-casino-salem-expansion-sparks-new-england-buzz3-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12834\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/churchill-downs-bets-big-on-salem-casino-salem-expansion-sparks-new-england-buzz3-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/churchill-downs-bets-big-on-salem-casino-salem-expansion-sparks-new-england-buzz3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/churchill-downs-bets-big-on-salem-casino-salem-expansion-sparks-new-england-buzz3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mundovideo.com.co\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/07\/churchill-downs-bets-big-on-salem-casino-salem-expansion-sparks-new-england-buzz3.jpg 1071w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CDI\u2019s CEO, Bill Carstanjen, described the move as a key part of the company\u2019s growth strategy. He highlighted New Hampshire\u2019s potential as a regional draw, while also supporting the broader mission of charitable gaming throughout the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Salem, this development promises a significant economic boost. Located at The Mall at Rockingham Park\u2014one of the area\u2019s busiest retail zones\u2014Casino Salem is poised to attract visitors from both Southern New Hampshire and neighboring Massachusetts. Analysts predict increased local tourism, more jobs, and higher foot traffic for nearby hotels, restaurants, and retailers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While some gaming operators have scaled back, Churchill Downs is leaning into high-traffic, socially supported formats like charitable gaming. The company\u2019s pivot suggests a keen understanding of regional markets and long-term sustainability.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For Salem, this development promises a significant economic boost. 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