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May, 2003

Coasterimage.com adds Top Thrill Dragster video and photos

Site updated this week with a video and pictures of Cedar Point's new attraction in action.
Posted May 30, 2003, 5:28A | Contributed by Lord Gonchar | Comments: 8

Santa Cruz Boardwalk wants to proceed with drop tower plans

Previous attempts at building ride met with opposition from community.
Posted May 29, 2003, 4:49A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 15

Wild Adventures owner offers vision for Cypress Gardens

Park operator says rides, concerts, ski shows and gardens figure into Cypress Gardens' future.
Posted May 29, 2003, 4:49A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9

La Revolucion opens at Knott's while Tower of Terror moves along at DCA

SoCal parks open and prepare new attractions.
Posted May 29, 2003, 4:40A | Contributed by xbombman | Comments: 9

Magic Springs plans expansion and new coaster

Park will announce plans Thursday for a huge expansion and a new, "state of the art" looping coaster for 2004.
Posted May 28, 2003, 4:45A | Contributed by romeo1 | Comments: 20

See Xcalibur in action at Six Flags St. Louis

New for 2003 ride hurls riders 11 stories, but was recently closed after stranding riders.
Posted May 28, 2003, 4:41A | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 11

Carowinds example of regional theme park success

Park has set attendance records six of the last eight years.
Posted May 27, 2003, 5:28A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 12

Visionland opens, guests give park a second chance

Troubled park opens under new management.
Posted May 27, 2003, 5:28A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

SeaWorld Orlando's waterfront opens to public

New attraction is a mix of restaurants, retail and side shows.
Posted May 27, 2003, 5:28A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6

Science students calculate physics, fun at Cedar Point

Cedar Point holds annual Physics Day.
Posted May 27, 2003, 5:13A | Contributed by Gemini | Comments: 4

Marineland announces "highest" freefall ride

Park says tower will put you 450 feet in the air.
Posted May 27, 2003, 5:11A | Contributed by wickedtwisted | Comments: 10

Photo gallery of Six Flags Great America added to ACN

New gallery features nearly forty photos of Six Flags Great America.
Posted May 27, 2003, 5:07A | Contributed by xbombman | Comments: 1

Humor: Universal announces new "Mommy" ride

Universal Hollywood and Universal Orlando announced that they will have guests screaming for their Mommies when they debut "Mommy Dearest: The Ultimate Revenge."
Posted May 27, 2003, 5:05A | Contributed by Absolutely Reliable | Comments: 1

Theme Park Brochures site adds 2003 brochures and maps

Take a look at the changes at parks from across North America.
Posted May 27, 2003, 4:58A | Contributed by Zimm | Comments: 2

USA Today profiles 2003's greatest new attractions

Diverse lineup of new rides innovates or improves on existing ideas.
Posted May 23, 2003, 7:15A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 16

Six Flags Worlds of Adventure misses target date for water park opening

Weather has been too wet to finish project on time.
Posted May 23, 2003, 4:19A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 13

Disney to use Lion King characters to promote safety

New program intended to reduce accidents at theme parks.
Posted May 23, 2003, 4:18A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

Warner Bros. Movie World Germany park guide added to Coaster Grotto

Includes reviews and photos of the park and coasters.
Posted May 23, 2003, 4:07A | Contributed by Grant | Comments: 4

Cablevision wants action on Vivendi Universal Entertainment

Cable network and system operator offers networks to make Vivendi group larger, in return for ownership stake.
Posted May 22, 2003, 5:21A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5

Scream pollution sparks debate in downtown Tokyo

Giant urban coaster screams annoying apartment residents.
Posted May 22, 2003, 5:21A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 13

Shrek 4-D one up on Disney attractions, review says

LA Times critic says new Universal attraction is entertaining.
Posted May 22, 2003, 5:21A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 7

Holiday World's new Zinga funnels guests

Negative-G posts photos of new slide at the park with free soda and sunblock.
Posted May 22, 2003, 5:06A | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 0

Vivendi hopes to unload Universal Entertainment this summer

Sale will free company of debt acquired in acquisitions.
Posted May 21, 2003, 5:25A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2

Universal Studios Japan given green light after SARS scare

Taiwanese park guest developed symptoms after park visit.
Posted May 21, 2003, 5:25A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

The Tornado funnel at Six Flags New England takes shape

Enormous new funnel slide looms on the New England countryside.
Posted May 21, 2003, 5:13A | Contributed by SFNE Freak | Comments: 3

Universal Studios betting big money on 'Mummy' ride

Park expects to spend $80 million on new attraction to keep Disney on their toes.
Posted May 20, 2003, 4:55A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 17

Park exhibits to be featured at children's museum

Proposed Council Bluff's amusement park's development progress will be on display.
Posted May 20, 2003, 4:48A | Contributed by Six Flags Over Nebraska | Comments: 0

Tweety allegedly loses it at Six Flags America

Witness says the cartoon bird "done lost it."
Posted May 19, 2003, 5:37A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 25

Steel Venom opens to rave reviews from first ride auction winners

New Valleyfair Impulse coaster a hit with riders in charity auction.
Posted May 19, 2003, 5:37A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 15

Eastcoaster.com adds Talon video

Video features Dorney Park's B&M inverter.
Posted May 19, 2003, 5:07A | Contributed by geneticfreak | Comments: 1

Finishing touches added to La Revolucion at Knott's

The new plaza in front of the ride has opened along with a new shop.
Posted May 19, 2003, 4:43A | Contributed by SpongeBob | Comments: 1

Video section opens at SFNE Central

Video shows coasters and flat rides in action.
Posted May 19, 2003, 4:36A | Contributed by SFNE Freak | Comments: 3

Lake Compounce opens to learning experiences

Park opened for the season Thursday, with most rides operating but the newest attraction still under construction.
Posted May 16, 2003, 4:51A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5

Holiday World hosts 2000 children with disabilities

Park hosted its 11th annual Play Day today, opening the park for 2,000 very special children.
Posted May 16, 2003, 4:46A | Contributed by Raven Maven | Comments: 4

Ambulance chasers, reporters, still question coaster safety

Despite actual medical studies indicating rides are safe, some sensationalists hang on to the paranoia.
Posted May 14, 2003, 4:45A | Contributed by redman822 | Comments: 28

Disney offers deep discounts for resort stays and tickets

New deals put guests in resorts seven days for the price of about four.
Posted May 12, 2003, 5:47A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8

Regional amusement parks expect good summer

Destinations' loss will be local parks' gains in tough economy.
Posted May 12, 2003, 5:47A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 7

Playland celebrates 75th birthday

City-owned amusement park has outlasted its many competitors over the decades.
Posted May 12, 2003, 5:47A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Shooting leaves one person dead outside of Canada's Wonderland

Man shot in the chest following argument.
Posted May 12, 2003, 5:47A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6

Improvements add to convenience, comfort at Michigan's Adventure

No new rides, but infrastructure improvements continue.
Posted May 12, 2003, 5:01A | Contributed by ST chick | Comments: 8

Great Adventure Source posts complete look at Superman from conception to opening

Rog's Report ends its seven month construction coverage of "The Rise of Superman."
Posted May 12, 2003, 4:53A | Contributed by Chewman | Comments: 0

Valleyfair has problems with Steel Venom, misses opening day

New Impulse coaster suffers electrical failure morning of scheduled debut.
Posted May 12, 2003, 4:50A | Contributed by TopWeb01 | Comments: 22

Tornado funnel takes shape at Six Flags New England

Hurricane Harbor construction continues while some rides open, others close.
Posted May 12, 2003, 4:47A | Contributed by SFNE Freak | Comments: 6

Celebration City photo tour added to MidwestInfoGuide

Photos from the newest Silver Dollar City property have been posted.
Posted May 9, 2003, 5:05A | Contributed by Swoosh | Comments: 4

Firefighters simulate rescue on Joker's Jinx

Coaster was site of a simulated rescue as part of a drill by local firefighters.
Posted May 9, 2003, 4:50A | Contributed by Lorrie | Comments: 3

Wild Adventures owner interested in Florida's Cypress Gardens

Park operator wants to preserve "the integrity of the gardens."
Posted May 8, 2003, 4:37A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6

Car dealer behind Conneaut Lake's $150,000 loan

The local business that gave a $150,000 loan to the park is helping for several years through creative financing.
Posted May 8, 2003, 4:29A | Contributed by Agent Johnson | Comments: 6

Cedar Fair units hit five-year high

Top Thrill Dragster isn't all that's ascending with the amusement park operator.
Posted May 6, 2003, 5:16A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 23

Busch Tampa boss moves to corporate

General Manager Robin Carson heads up corporate marketing for Busch parks after diversifying attractions at Tampa.
Posted May 6, 2003, 5:16A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

SpongeBob SquarePants goes 3D at Paramount Parks

Now his "pineapple under the sea" gets in your face on simulator.
Posted May 6, 2003, 5:16A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8

Six Flags Great America posts signs prohibiting gum and candy on rides

Signs come days after choking death on Raging Bull.
Posted May 6, 2003, 4:57A | Contributed by beast7369 | Comments: 30

Vivendi Universal continues to entertain bids for sale of entertainment unit

Oil tycoon Marvin Davis wants unit while Vivendi chief says bid isn't enough.
Posted May 5, 2003, 5:03A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8

Six Flags New England littered with new water slide pieces

Hurricane Harbor starts to look more like a new water park.
Posted May 5, 2003, 4:53A | Contributed by SFNE Freak | Comments: 1

Joe Cool's GR8 SK8 opens at Knott's Berry Farm

Revolution nearly complete while new kid ride opens to the public.
Posted May 5, 2003, 4:48A | Contributed by SpongeBob | Comments: 1

11-Year old girl chokes to death at Six Flags Great America on Raging Bull

Coroner says death had nothing to do with the ride.
Posted May 5, 2003, 4:34A | Contributed by Whizzer74 | Comments: 27

Cedar Point's Top Thrill Dragster introduced to media

The world's tallest and fastest coaster opens to rave reviews
Posted May 2, 2003, 5:51A | Contributed by Gemini | Comments: 30

New Iowa Park on the brink of final announcement

Construction is being planned and parts of the indoor/outdoor park may open by fall.
Posted May 2, 2003, 5:48A | Contributed by MForceXtreme | Comments: 13

Conneaut Lake gets its loan

Business man offers park loan to get it open this season.
Posted May 2, 2003, 5:45A | Contributed by Agent Johnson | Comments: 5

Volcano Valley debuts at Kennywood Park

Kennywood rethemes yet another area of the park.
Posted May 2, 2003, 5:41A | Contributed by cernelli | Comments: 19

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