Locals Rally for New Jobs!

A few dozen people rallied for jobs Wednesday night in Palmer.

Supporters of casinos held signs and listened to speakers talk about the efforts to bring gaming to the Bay State.

A town councilor for Palmer says bringing casinos to the area could create jobs and stimulate the economy.

"It's time for the Governor, the Senate President and the House Speaker to step up and make sure we can bring this thing home. I hear they are working on a compromise and its time to make sure this happens. We need the revenue, the jobs, and the economic development opportunities that this development will bring," said Paul Burns, Town Council.

Mohegan Sun has been eying a 150-acre parcel in the town for what they are describing as a destination casino.

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"Expect 1,000 to 1,200 construction jobs and 3,000 permanent jobs along with 2,500 additional indirect jobs created by the presence of Mohegan Sun."