Foxwoods celebrates 20th anniversary

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Foxwoods celebrates 20th anniversary

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MASHANTUCKET, CT (WFSB) -

Foxwoods Resort Casino is celebrating a major milestone Wednesday.

North America's largest resort casino is celebrating 20 years in business Wednesday.

All month long the casino is offering its customers luxury raffles, discounts, gaming promotions and star-studded events.

Casino officials are also scheduled to announce new plans to develop and expand its property on Wednesday.

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