Rivers Casino in Schenectady Will Not Reopen Wednesday

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Rivers Casino and Resort in Schenectady will reopen Wednesday, the first day the state is allowing gaming to resume.

A spokesman for Rivers said Wednesday morning that the casino's new daily hours of operation will be from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Downtime will be used for intensive property-wide deep cleaning in addition to the continuous sanitizing which will take place throughout each day.

Doors open at 6 p.m. Wednesday.

Last week, Rivers' general manager said they've been working with the state on modifications and new procedures to ensure a safe environment for guests.

Saratoga Casino Hotel will be reopening Wednesday at 2 p.m. after a nearly six-month shutdown.

Casino management says the state's 25 percent occupancy limit will be enforced, as well as a mask requirement and social distancing.

The casino has also installed an enhanced air filtration system, Plexiglas dividers and hand-sanitizer stations throughout the facility.

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