PENNSYLVANIA – As reported by the Pennsylvania Patriot-News: "The partnership planning to build a casino just outside of Gettysburg is making enemies.

"The Friends of the National Parks at Gettysburg yesterday released a statement calling the casino 'inappropriate, insensitive and detrimental to the heritage and hallowed ground we are dedicated to honor, protect and preserve.'

"It boasts a membership of 25,000 which includes representation from all 50 states, is dedicated to preserving the Gettysburg battlefield and its monuments.

"David LeVan, president of Chance Enterprises Inc., the midstate partnership planning to build the Gettysburg Gaming Resort & Spa, called the Friends' decision 'disappointing.' LeVan said he expected that the project would face some opposition from local and national groups…"