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June, 2004

Flooding closes Six Flags Over Texas

Heavy rains cause park to close early Tuesday.
Posted June 30, 2004, 9:54A | Contributed by loriu | Comments: 17

Waldameer's spinner opens to test crowds.

Maurer Sohne and Waldameer opened the new spinning coaster last weekend.
Posted June 29, 2004, 10:32A | Contributed by Rctycoon2k | Comments: 8

PKICentral.com adds 200 photos from Beastbuzz

PKICentral.com adds 200 photos from behind the scenes tours including The Beast and Son of Beast.
Posted June 29, 2004, 10:20A | Contributed by Dane186 | Comments: 5

Knott's opens Xcelerator with modified restraints

Seat sides made larger, visual indicator shows minimum lap bar position.
Posted June 28, 2004, 10:59A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 29

Belmont Park costs San Diego taxpayers millions, redevelopment not as promised

City and developers blamed for not improving park to its former glory.
Posted June 28, 2004, 10:59A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5

OnRideCentral.com has the latest Tsunami construction photos

Photos show complete first and second hills
Posted June 28, 2004, 10:34A | Contributed by SFGAdv lover | Comments: 5

Former Cedar Point paddle-wheel boat tours Sandusky Bay

New boat owner and former ride operator offers tours not far from the boat's original waterways.
Posted June 28, 2004, 10:30A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 4

SeaWorld Orlando tweaks evening fireworks show for this weekend

New combination water and fireworks show intended to keep summer guests in longer, spending more.
Posted June 25, 2004, 11:13A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

Cypress Gardens gets variance for thrill ride

Tower ride cleared for the revamped park.
Posted June 25, 2004, 10:57A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 11

Eastcoaster.com adds over 300 photos, including Hydra construction

Massive update covers several northeast parks.
Posted June 25, 2004, 10:46A | Contributed by geneticfreak | Comments: 0

Enthusiasts flood Ohio for events, including BeastBuzz at PKI

CoasterBuzz Club joins the Cincinnati park to celebrate The Beast's 25th anniversary.
Posted June 24, 2004, 9:53A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 12

Aggressive discounts mean consumers shouldn't pay full gate at parks

Attempting to boost attendance, regional and destination parks are offering discounts.
Posted June 24, 2004, 9:42A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 0

RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 lighting Q&A posted to IGN

The forthcoming game will feature night-time play with lighting effects.
Posted June 24, 2004, 9:38A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 12

Penalty phase of Conneaut Lake tax evasion case delayed

Former park owner once considered the savior of Conneaut Lake Park, is facing 20 years.
Posted June 24, 2004, 9:32A | Contributed by Neil | Comments: 0

Blackpool matriarch dies shortly after son

At 101, she served as company chair.
Posted June 24, 2004, 9:26A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 0

Cedar Fair files intention to sell additional units

Company makes SEC filing that will allow them to issue more units at any point in the next two years.
Posted June 22, 2004, 10:33A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 18

California attractions join forces to market state via Web site

Site offers coupons and other info.
Posted June 22, 2004, 10:18A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 0

Steamboat city gets construction funds

New park near Brunswick, Georgia financed, set to open fall 2006.
Posted June 22, 2004, 10:12A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 3

Spanish bank buys NBC Universal's stake in Port Aventura

La Caixa will own 80% total stake in the park.
Posted June 21, 2004, 10:59A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 4

Storm Runner video and photos added to Coasterimage.com

Downloadable video clip and 26 photos.
Posted June 21, 2004, 10:53A | Contributed by Lord Gonchar | Comments: 6

Rye Playland mechanic suspended for pushing park director to the ground

The pair had a verbal dispute over safety, when officials say it got personal.
Posted June 21, 2004, 10:48A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 10

Mother-daughter team attempt to set Ferris wheel record

The pair lost 29 hours on their first attempt when lightning forced them off the ride.
Posted June 21, 2004, 10:42A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 3

Six Flags Great America worker dies weeks after being hit by ride

Maintenance worker struck by operating ride.
Posted June 18, 2004, 10:52A | Contributed by redman822 | Comments: 24

Waldameer Park pictures added to Negative-G

Photos include incomplete spinning coaster.
Posted June 18, 2004, 10:47A | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 4

Oakwood investigation considers US deaths on Intamin rides

Authorities investigating the death of a teenage girl on Oakwood's Hydro will look into the accidents in the states as part of the investigation.
Posted June 17, 2004, 9:40A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 12

New York state bill clarifies amusement park tax

State will collect on one-fourth of admission.
Posted June 17, 2004, 9:40A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Study says New Orleans water park has potential despite Six Flags

New waterpark has potential even if Six Flags builds a similar attraction.
Posted June 17, 2004, 9:26A | Contributed by Cameraman | Comments: 0

Two former Cedar Fair execs sue three current over reorganization

Men say they were entitled to more money in liquidation of former general partner.
Posted June 17, 2004, 9:23A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 6

Universal upbeat despite losses

New owner GE puts on happy face regarding their theme parks.
Posted June 16, 2004, 10:37A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6

Celebration City asked to move arcade games as possible gambling devices

Authorities say machines border on being illegal.
Posted June 16, 2004, 10:27A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 12

Spanish parks drown in debt and fail to meet expectations

All of the major parks struggle with sagging attendance and massive debt loads.
Posted June 16, 2004, 10:22A | Contributed by coasterguts | Comments: 6

Cypress Gardens will miss summer crowds

Obstacles will push re-opening back to October.
Posted June 15, 2004, 9:42A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Darien Lake coaster marathon to benefit Habitat for Humanity

Participants will raise money by riding Superman.
Posted June 14, 2004, 11:12A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5

Florida still has room for smaller attractions

While some smaller attractions have recently disappeared, others thrive.
Posted June 14, 2004, 10:22A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5

Ohio's Silver Lake was 'Coney Island of the West'

Remnants of long-defunct amusement park still found in Summit County, Ohio park.
Posted June 14, 2004, 10:22A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 7

Cliff's Amusement Park photo gallery and park guide added to Coaster Grotto

Includes reviews and photos of the New Mexico Rattler.
Posted June 14, 2004, 10:07A | Contributed by Grant | Comments: 1

Dreamland to reopen for three months

Closure of UK park last November thought to be the end for the attraction.
Posted June 14, 2004, 10:06A | Contributed by Coasterville Dave | Comments: 0

Knoebels sued over diving accident at Crystal Pool

Family says park did not warn of dangers of diving.
Posted June 14, 2004, 10:02A | Contributed by coasterpunk | Comments: 13

Blackpool Pleasure Beach boss dies

Family will continue to operate park.
Posted June 14, 2004, 9:56A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 1

Orient Express remembered by enthusiasts

Classic Arrow looper had seen better days, but it was a big deal when it opened. Spinning Dragons is also reviewed.
Posted June 11, 2004, 10:15A | Contributed by OrientExpressKid | Comments: 19

PKI looking for Beast riders for Japanese TV

Television shoot will put you on The Beast Monday morning, and on Japanese TV.
Posted June 11, 2004, 10:07A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3

Cedar Point, Kinzel to appear in movie being shot in Sandusky

Sci-fi flick will briefly show the park and Cedar Fair's CEO.
Posted June 10, 2004, 10:39A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 15

Silver Bullet goes vertical, Riptide begins testing at Knott's

Knott's new B&M inverter rises from the dirt and concrete.
Posted June 10, 2004, 10:28A | Contributed by xbombman | Comments: 8

Acrobat saves teen from falling off Ferris wheel

Trained showman scales ride to save rider.
Posted June 10, 2004, 10:26A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 7

MiG posts photos from Kids' Fest at Silver Dollar City

Kids' Fest at Silver Dollar City just got better with the addition of a parade.
Posted June 10, 2004, 10:19A | Contributed by Swoosh | Comments: 0

Electrician found guilty in bumper car electrocution

Man found guilty of involuntary manslaughter and reckless homicide at age 80 following electrocution death of boy last fall.
Posted June 9, 2004, 10:38A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 19

Euro Disney reaches restructuring deal with banks

Financially troubled company gets another deal under 2.2 billion euro of debt.
Posted June 9, 2004, 10:38A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Conneaut Lake Park photos added to Negative-G

Photos feature the park from Memorial Day Weekend.
Posted June 9, 2004, 10:22A | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 7

Cedar Fair negotiating with Aurora over Geauga Lake taxes

City stands to lose about a half-million dollars in tax revenue.
Posted June 8, 2004, 1:59P | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 17

Busch Tampa positions itself against Animal Kingdom

Park trying to recapture imaginations, and attendance.
Posted June 7, 2004, 11:44A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 22

Celebration City unveils Freedom Fountain

A new tribute to veterans was unveiled Friday at a press event at the entrance to Celebration City.
Posted June 7, 2004, 11:40A | Contributed by Swoosh | Comments: 3

Report says girl in Playland accident wiggled out of restraint

Witnesses say girl moved around before being fatally thrown from ride.
Posted June 4, 2004, 8:09P | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 6

California shuts down rides with Intamin T-bar restraints

Xcelerator at Knott's Berry Farm and Superman at Six Flags Magic Mountain closed.
Posted June 2, 2004, 10:33A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 76

Construction on Silver Bullet and RipTide continues at Knott's

Ground work for Silver Bullet continues as more track segments and supports arrive; RipTide is erected.
Posted June 2, 2004, 10:29A | Contributed by xbombman | Comments: 6

Trainer gored by elephant at Six Flags Marine World

Elephant suddenly knocked man to the ground.
Posted June 2, 2004, 10:28A | Contributed by SFNE Freak | Comments: 3

Wyandot Lake Pictures added To Negative-G

Photos of Ohio's forgotten park from Memorial Day weekend.
Posted June 2, 2004, 10:20A | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 2

New Jersey warns of rigged amusement park games

State wants consumers to be aware of scams.
Posted June 1, 2004, 7:24P | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 11

Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom part of an attitude overhaul

Park believes that employees that have fun will offer a better guest experience.
Posted June 1, 2004, 7:17P | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 10

Ride op hit by coaster train at Flamingo Land

Man air-lifted to hospital with serious injuries.
Posted June 1, 2004, 7:12P | Contributed by Invy | Comments: 3

Humor: Holiday World regrets angering Gypsy

Holiday World has already endured a variety of misfortunes this season, and ARN&R knows why...
Posted June 1, 2004, 7:09P | Contributed by Absolutely Reliable | Comments: 3

Coasterimage.com adds DelGrosso's photos

New pics include Crazy Mouse construction photos.
Posted June 1, 2004, 7:07P | Contributed by Lord Gonchar | Comments: 2

Adventuredome launches Chance-Morgan Sling Shot

New ride rises 100 feet in the Las Vegas dome.
Posted June 1, 2004, 7:04P | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 2

Wig causes Coney Island Cyclone to stall mid-cycle

A woman's wig gets caught under train, stalls ride.
Posted June 1, 2004, 6:59P | Contributed by Reidef | Comments: 12

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