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May, 2005

New animal habitat area debuts at Cypress Gardens

Attraction is home to 75-year-old alligator.
Posted May 28, 2005, 12:04P | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 1

Italian Job riders face roadblocks at PKI

Queue management could deny rides unless you get involved early.
Posted May 28, 2005, 11:44A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 14

Knights' Tournament opens at Legoland California

A half-dozen Robocoasters whirl riders around.
Posted May 28, 2005, 11:39A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 1

Paramount denies plans for Chinese park with Hong Kong developer (updated)

Plans call for a $1.5 billion park.
Posted May 28, 2005, 11:08A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 3

New attractions at US parks total more than $750 million

Indicating theme parks expect more visitors, spending on new attractions has increased 50% over last year.
Posted May 27, 2005, 11:01A | Contributed by CoasterSqueak | Comments: 3

Disneyland anniversary benefitting neighbors

Business and tax revenue up with Disney promotions.
Posted May 26, 2005, 12:46A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3

Tennessee governor expected to sign safety bill

Legislation will require annual inspections and insurance.
Posted May 26, 2005, 12:46A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2

Nickelodeon leaving television production unit in Orlando

About ten people will be laid-off.
Posted May 25, 2005, 11:03A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 7

Park City, KS theme park wins financing

Wild West World could open in the spring of 2007.
Posted May 24, 2005, 11:26A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3

Coasterimage.com adds Hydra The Revenge video, photos

A plethora of new Dorney Park media now online.
Posted May 24, 2005, 11:18A | Contributed by Lord Gonchar | Comments: 19

Pandemonium video and park update added to SFNE Central

New Mr. Six's Pandemonium video shows the ride in motion. Park update reveals improvements, and a unique closure in the park.
Posted May 24, 2005, 11:17A | Contributed by SFNE Freak | Comments: 1

Brawl closes Six Flags Magic Mountain

Ten people arrested in fights.
Posted May 23, 2005, 1:09A | Contributed by Crashmando | Comments: 39

Construction pictures of Six Flags Hurricane Harbor posted to SFGAmWorld.com

New water park is nearly complete at Six Flags Great America and will open May 28th.
Posted May 23, 2005, 1:07A | Contributed by CoasterDude316 | Comments: 0

PKI's Italian Job Stunt Track nedia day pictures added to Negative-G

The Mini Coopers make their debut at Paramount's Kings Island
Posted May 23, 2005, 1:04A | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 3

Dubai International Capital bids for Legoland parks

Firm wants to add Lego parks months after buying the Tussauds attractions.
Posted May 23, 2005, 12:54A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 1

Kingda Ka debuts to press as world's tallest and fastest

World's tallest and fastest roller coaster opens at Six Flags Great Adventure.
Posted May 20, 2005, 11:17A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 51

New CEO appointed to EuroDisney

Former Orlando and cruise line exec moves to France.
Posted May 20, 2005, 11:17A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

Universal consultant warns officials to consider feasibility for Connecticut park

The man known as the father of Universal Studios Orlando met with Preston, CT leaders Tuesday to consult with them on a theme park proposal.
Posted May 20, 2005, 10:59A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 2

Six Flags may refuse to let sex offenders in parks

Move hailed by industry observers but questioned by some legal experts.
Posted May 20, 2005, 10:53A | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 23

Pigeon Forge manager convicted of reckless homicide in accidental death

The jury was convinced that the defendant bypassed safety systems that caused the accident.
Posted May 17, 2005, 11:09P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3

Universal targets Americans in a "vacation crisis"

Marketing effort shows people that can't take a break from work what they're missing.
Posted May 17, 2005, 11:09P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11

Magiceye interviews DAFE chairman on Kennywood-Blackpool connection

Parks share Noah's Ark attractions.
Posted May 17, 2005, 10:51P | Contributed by themagiceye | Comments: 0

Roy Disney and Stanely Gold sue the Walt Disney Company, and certain directors

Former Disney board members want to void election of current board and reverse CEO selection.
Posted May 10, 2005, 1:29P | Contributed by RockingRollerFarm | Comments: 7

Six Flags Marine World opens Ocean Discovery

New area features interaction with marine life.
Posted May 10, 2005, 1:23P | Contributed by GoliathKills | Comments: 3

Pigeon Forge amusement ride manager murder trial to start

Prosecution says defendant bypassed safety system, ultimately leading to the accidental death.
Posted May 10, 2005, 1:18P | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 17

AstroWorld files lawsuit over parking spaces

Park says local authority is cutting out its parking essential for its business.
Posted May 8, 2005, 11:43P | Contributed by Jophish | Comments: 12

Geauga Guide posts opening day update

Photos highlight changes at Geauga Lake.
Posted May 8, 2005, 11:39P | Contributed by SFWoARules! | Comments: 7

Holiday World opening day pictures added to Negative-G

Check out what's new at Holiday World.
Posted May 8, 2005, 11:34P | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 2

Lone Star Thrills posts hundreds of photos from southeast parks

485 Photos posted from Lake Winnie, Six Flags Over Georgia, Dollywood, Paramount's Carowinds and more.
Posted May 8, 2005, 11:28P | Contributed by Lone Star Thrills | Comments: 0

PointBuzz covers Cedar Point's opening day

Park begins 136th season with maXair, other improvements.
Posted May 8, 2005, 11:26P | Contributed by Gemini | Comments: 1

Historic Kennywood carousel stripped down for the first time

Off-season rehab is a first for the ride, which has operated since 1926.
Posted May 6, 2005, 6:45P | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 9

PointBuzz covers maXair media day at Cedar Point

Huss Giant Frisbee debuts on the North Coast.
Posted May 6, 2005, 10:20A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 19

Great Adventure's Golden Kingdom awaits final approval

Much of new park section requires approval from authorities.
Posted May 5, 2005, 9:27A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 20

Arizona governor signs bill to help fund amusement park

Investment group must raise $500 million before bonds are issued.
Posted May 5, 2005, 9:24A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 5

Arizona considering push for ride safety inspectors

Arizona is one of the few states that doesn't require inspections of amusement rides.
Posted May 5, 2005, 9:20A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 2

Hersheypark starts 98th year with two returning favorites

The park will re-introduce two family rides that have been in storage for three years.
Posted May 5, 2005, 9:15A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 0

Michigan's Adventure Chaos accident victims settle

Family settles with Cedar Fair following 2001 accident.
Posted May 5, 2005, 9:03A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 0

Great Wolf and PKI join forces for new indoor water park

Park will hold a minority interest in new facility.
Posted May 5, 2005, 8:59A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 5

PKICentral.com flies over the Italian Job Stunt Track in action

New aerial photos show the new ride operating.
Posted May 5, 2005, 8:56A | Contributed by Dane186 | Comments: 8

Disney parks have many secrets guests may never see

ABCnews report looks at some of the more of obscure features of the theme parks.
Posted May 4, 2005, 9:52A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 7

Hydra The Revenge opens to the media

Pictures and video from Dorney's media day added to Americoaster.com.
Posted May 4, 2005, 9:45A | Contributed by geneticfreak | Comments: 15

Enchanted Forest rides auctioned off

Rhode Island park becomes a memory with sale of rides.
Posted May 4, 2005, 9:38A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 5

Fellner estate sues PTC and Holiday World for 2003 accident

Suit claims negligence in the death of woman that fell out of Raven.
Posted May 3, 2005, 6:07P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 80

Contestants endure Twister II for chance to win car

Six Flags Elitch Gardens hosts radio station contest.
Posted May 3, 2005, 6:00P | Contributed by Mustang | Comments: 7

New Delhi officials say Disney looking to India to build new park

Disney denies the report, preferring to focus on the new Hong Kong park.
Posted May 2, 2005, 2:09A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Disneyland will podcast launch of 50th anniversary celebration

Audio will be available for download starting Tuesday.
Posted May 2, 2005, 2:03A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 1

Legoland California Knights' Tournament attraction opens later this month

Only North American Robocoaster installation will open May 26.
Posted May 2, 2005, 2:00A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 2

Disney theme parks at a crossroads

With no current plans for another theme park in Central Florida, Disney is looking at other ways to grow business.
Posted May 2, 2005, 1:56A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 6

Pittsburgh native's company is stopping roller coasters with magnets

Ed Pribonic's Magnetar Technologies has been supplying magnetic brakes for roller coasters all over the world while fending off a patent infringement suit from Intamin AG.
Posted May 2, 2005, 1:52A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 9

Geauga Guide posts 2005 Community Day update

Photos from within Geauga Lake show park improvements.
Posted May 1, 2005, 11:32P | Contributed by SFWoARules! | Comments: 7

Construction photos posted from Six Flags Great America's Hurricane Harbor

New water park will open on May 28 in Gurnee.
Posted May 1, 2005, 11:28P | Contributed by CoasterDude316 | Comments: 6

SFNE Central posts 2005 season updates

Photos highlight Six Flags New England's changes and additions for the 2005 season.
Posted May 1, 2005, 10:47P | Contributed by SFNE Freak | Comments: 1

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