May, 2007
Kali Rapids Ride shuts down, 6 Hurt according to the Orlando Sentinel
Posted May 29, 2007, 10:05P | Contributed by chillforce5X | Comments: 12
Reviews from Cedar Point, Valleyfair, Busch Europe, Six Flags Great Adventure, Kings Island, Mall of America. Smokin' out, fearful food pricing, ad-o-rama at Six Flags, Conneaut conundrum and scary Japanese coasters.
Posted May 29, 2007, 7:22P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 21
Photos and video of Cedar Point's 17th coaster now online.
Posted May 29, 2007, 9:22A | Contributed by Lord Gonchar | Comments: 14
City officials want to take UFO tourism to the next level.
Posted May 29, 2007, 9:21A | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 6
Theme parks all around the US have installed new rides, created new shows and been renamed for the summer of 2007.
Posted May 29, 2007, 9:17A | Contributed by Jason Hammond | Comments: 2
Modified track is complete, ride expected to open for the long holiday weekend.
Posted May 24, 2007, 4:08P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 33
Owners wouldn't otherwise meet deadline to vacate the property.
Posted May 23, 2007, 2:58P | Contributed by Zingo | Comments: 7
Seven roller coasters examined in emergency inspections following the fatal accident on Fujin Raijin II had problems such as worn wheels and cracked axles.
Posted May 23, 2007, 9:31A | Contributed by GregLeg | Comments: 16
Conneaut Lake Park will be closed, effective immediately.
Posted May 22, 2007, 4:27P | Contributed by Richard Bannister | Comments: 25
The new coaster is one of many changes in the park over the years.
Posted May 22, 2007, 9:44A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10
Actor will voice ads to bring Detroit tourists to the western part of the state.
Posted May 22, 2007, 9:36A | Contributed by Jason Hammond | Comments: 9
Park says guests were asking for a smoke-free environment.
Posted May 22, 2007, 9:30A | Contributed by Lord Gonchar | Comments: 3
Traffic in New England, state funded, PBA at SFStL, Cedar Point food pricing, Tony Hawk the figure skater, Sweet Georgia, yo VIP, Villainous Geauga Lake, Quiet Conneaut Riot, longer Cedar Point hours.
Posted May 21, 2007, 7:15P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9
Nintendo DS owners will be able to wirelessly download new content for Pirates of the Caribbean game.
Posted May 21, 2007, 10:50A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3
The state's zoos are second only to California in terms of popularity.
Posted May 21, 2007, 10:50A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10
Former X-Flight begins full circuit testing.
Posted May 21, 2007, 10:25A | Contributed by pkidelirium | Comments: 15
Government will prosecute the park for the death of 16-year-old Hayley Williams.
Posted May 18, 2007, 9:31A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 14
Park says it can't guarantee the opening.
Posted May 18, 2007, 9:31A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2
A look inside the park before the park opens on May 26.
Posted May 18, 2007, 9:14A | Contributed by X Factor | Comments: 26
The Wall Street Journal's Charles Passy reviews the programs at Disneyland, Seaworld Orlando, Six Flags Over Georgia and Islands of Adventure.
Posted May 18, 2007, 9:09A | Contributed by gamndbndr | Comments: 8
Only one ride has survived all 40 years, the mine train.
Posted May 17, 2007, 11:58A | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 16
Gerstlauer spinning coaster makes its debut.
Posted May 17, 2007, 11:09A | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 0
Lots of changes around the park, including an improved Frontiertown.
Posted May 14, 2007, 11:58P | Contributed by Gemini | Comments: 9
Six Flags St. Louis will play host to a tournament at the park.
Posted May 14, 2007, 11:58P | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 8
Appropriations bill for funding was too far along when the Legoland project came into the picture.
Posted May 14, 2007, 10:15A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4
While some say the park is bad for business, others say it helps.
Posted May 14, 2007, 10:15A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8
Tony Clark on Maverick at Cedar Point, Nickelodeon licensing, Expoland accident, Gilroy possible sale, Rye Playland smoking and food, Disney profits and resort dollars, Son of Beast blah, Viacom, Legoland and Renegades.
Posted May 14, 2007, 12:20A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8
Trains have been loaded on to Firehawk, final touches dress up the park.
Posted May 14, 2007, 12:20A | Contributed by BoddaH1994 | Comments: 11
New wood coaster starts the week thrilling TV reporters.
Posted May 11, 2007, 5:36P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 20
Park wants to make its food less death-defying than its rides.
Posted May 11, 2007, 10:39A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9
Almost 40 years after Bob Bell built his roller coaster, he's now helping to tear it down.
Posted May 11, 2007, 10:39A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5
Obvious rip-off draws the attention of the media giant.
Posted May 11, 2007, 10:39A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4
Local businesses and residents face off over the project and its funding outside of Kansas City.
Posted May 11, 2007, 10:39A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
New park will open before 2014.
Posted May 11, 2007, 10:39A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9
Park hopes to reopen the ride by June.
Posted May 9, 2007, 11:49P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11
Profit up 27% over first three months of previous fiscal year.
Posted May 9, 2007, 9:26A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Designated smoking areas will be located outside the amusement area.
Posted May 9, 2007, 9:26A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2
Sale price is only $12.6 million, which would prevent development of park land.
Posted May 9, 2007, 9:11A | Contributed by BabsG | Comments: 7
Images highlight one of the most beautiful parks in the world.
Posted May 9, 2007, 9:07A | Contributed by Richard Bannister | Comments: 0
Based on discussions with the manufacturer, it has been determined that three sections of steel track following the launch tunnel should be replaced.
Posted May 8, 2007, 1:32P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 114
Conneaut coins, senseless accidents, Epcot eats, Dubai is hot, Wild West World oepns, Kinzel Korner, Cedar Fair results, no smoking with the rat.
Posted May 7, 2007, 7:27P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4
Following a fatal accident at the park in Osaka, authorities say the coaster ran 15 years without replacements.
Posted May 7, 2007, 9:29A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 32
Nick license popular with guests of Carolina park.
Posted May 7, 2007, 9:29A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6
CEO, chair and president of Cedar Fair Dick Kinzel tells The Plain Dealer how the Paramount Parks acquisition is going, and what some of their plans for the future are.
Posted May 6, 2007, 12:44P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 17
Axle breaks on Togo stand-up coaster.
Posted May 5, 2007, 12:21P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 13
Company says it's in response to requests for a healthier environment.
Posted May 4, 2007, 9:04A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10
Loss widens as expected with acquisition or Paramount Parks, but revenue up 7% on same-park basis.
Posted May 3, 2007, 9:28A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3
Cedar Fair chief talks acquisition, business and Maverick.
Posted May 2, 2007, 9:33A | Contributed by ShiveringTim | Comments: 17
Kennywood has completed a sale for Story Land, a small park in New Hampshire that's geared towards the little ones.
Posted May 1, 2007, 6:22P | Contributed by Rob Ascough | Comments: 6
The new $30 million park will make its debut this weekend outside of Wichita.
Posted May 1, 2007, 10:57A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 22
$2.2 billion project will include hotels, restaurants and retail.
Posted May 1, 2007, 10:57A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 26
Attraction will be focal point for riverfront revitalization.
Posted May 1, 2007, 10:48A | Contributed by CPLady | Comments: 10
Family owners of century-old business seek tax relief, but want out.
Posted May 1, 2007, 10:41A | Contributed by coasterguts | Comments: 19
X-Hawk, season pass integration, Harry Potter in Florida, Conneaut still in trouble, The Simpsons and churros, Dorney getting linear, Anaheim mayor takes Disney's side, big evil corporations.
Posted April 30, 2007, 7:41P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2