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June, 2005

Arnolds Park gets half-million dollar gift

Money will be used to pay off debt.
Posted June 29, 2005, 8:29A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6

Goldman Sachs will be Universal Japan's biggest investor

Company will hold a 31% stake in the theme park.
Posted June 29, 2005, 8:29A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Ratanga Junction to remain open

South African park sold to new owner.
Posted June 29, 2005, 8:29A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Charity tickets at Hong Kong Disneyland sell out

Internet sale sells-out within three hours.
Posted June 28, 2005, 8:23A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Wild West World owners spending $10 million on rides with Chance-Morgan and Zamperla

Owner says he plans to purchase 25 to 30 rides.
Posted June 27, 2005, 8:09A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 43

Disney applies Feng Shui to Hong Kong park

Harmony a focus for designers of new park.
Posted June 27, 2005, 8:09A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Rollercoaster Tycoon 3 Soaked! expansion hits stores

PC game add-on includes water rides and laser shows.
Posted June 24, 2005, 9:49A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8

Universal Studios says still in Singapore casino bid

Company not among those to drop out of the race.
Posted June 24, 2005, 9:49A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Virginia says they have a "very strong" safety inspection program

Officials don't think federal oversight necessary.
Posted June 22, 2005, 12:38P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10

Hong Kong Disneyland to limit opening day tickets

Park will restrict admission to 12,000, with most tickets being sold online.
Posted June 22, 2005, 12:38P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

Clementon Chaos restraint fails

A ride at Clementon Amusement Park has been shut down pending a state investigation into an incident in which a Pine Hill teenager said she was injured.
Posted June 22, 2005, 11:59A | Contributed by Crashmando | Comments: 12

Coaster Alley Convergence at Silverwood returns

Enthusiasts are invited to enjoy two hours of evening ERT on Tremors and Timber Tales on Saturday, September 24.
Posted June 22, 2005, 11:54A | Contributed by Mamoosh | Comments: 22

Experts say thrill rides pose little danger

Rides are frequently less forceful than dropping into a chair.
Posted June 20, 2005, 9:39A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11

Disney fights federal oversight

Lobbyists visit Ed Markey to convince him broad oversight isn't necessary.
Posted June 20, 2005, 9:39A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 13

Man falls from Chaos ride in Omaha

Rider falls 15 feet, hospitalized.
Posted June 20, 2005, 9:39A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 24

Atlantic City flume runs without water, tosses rider

Family of five hurt, father ejected from boat.
Posted June 19, 2005, 7:07P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10

California court rules park rides are common carriers

The 4-3 Supreme Court decision requires a higher level of care for amusement parks.
Posted June 16, 2005, 11:03P | Contributed by Torgo | Comments: 30

Ed Markey grandstands following Epcot death

Congressman insists federal regulation is necessary.
Posted June 15, 2005, 10:01A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 62

PKI Italian Job Stunt Track added to Coasterimage.com

Photos and video of Kings Island's newest coaster now available.
Posted June 15, 2005, 9:51A | Contributed by Lord Gonchar | Comments: 5

Woman says Alton Towers' Rita broke daughters wrists

Mon alleges that force of ride caused girls wrists to break.
Posted June 14, 2005, 10:09A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 18

Child dies on Epcot's Mission: Space

A 4-year-old boy on a family vacation died Monday afternoon after he passed out on an Epcot Center ride.
Posted June 14, 2005, 9:58A | Contributed by Outlane | Comments: 37

Americoaster.com adds 500 pictures

Twelve parks are covered in this year's annual week-long trip.
Posted June 14, 2005, 9:55A | Contributed by geneticfreak | Comments: 0

Indiana Beach marks 80 summers of fun

Sunday is "Indiana Beach Day" for the state of Indiana.
Posted June 13, 2005, 1:18P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10

Cypress Gardens exceeds annual goal in five months

Attendance will likely be twice the original forecast for the year.
Posted June 13, 2005, 1:17P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11

Cedar Point Hotel Breakers turns 100

Historic hotel is credited with making Sandusky what it is today.
Posted June 13, 2005, 1:17P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Joyland Park being auctioned on eBay

Bidding starts at $1.6 million.
Posted June 13, 2005, 12:48P | Contributed by Rob Ascough | Comments: 6

Unions boycott Geauga Lake and Cedar Point

Organizations say the park used non-union workers to build water park.
Posted June 13, 2005, 12:44P | Contributed by midwave | Comments: 35

Lightning nearly strikes teen in Cedar Point parking lot

Michigan 17-year-old boy released after precautionary hospital visit.
Posted June 8, 2005, 11:59P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10

Cypress Gardens names new general manager

George Vitello moves from director position at Wild Adventures.
Posted June 7, 2005, 10:00P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9

Theme park anchors new Niagara development

A 175-foot Ferris wheel anchors new project.
Posted June 7, 2005, 9:56P | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 14

Geauga Lake, Kennywood battle for visitors

Parks draw from common back yard.
Posted June 7, 2005, 9:47P | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 12

One person injured by debris in shooting at Six Flags America

Injured man refused treatment.
Posted June 6, 2005, 1:11A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 48

Disney officials start countdown for new Hong Kong park

New park will open in 100 days.
Posted June 6, 2005, 1:11A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

Florida Marineland seeks new tourists with renovations

Boss hopes to add a new level of interactivity with marine life for tourists.
Posted June 6, 2005, 1:11A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

Idlewild debuts Paul Bunyan's Loggin' Toboggan

Idlewild and SoakZone provides visitors with a new way to cool off this summer with the addition of a log flume.
Posted June 3, 2005, 11:24A | Contributed by carrouseler | Comments: 17

Whalom Park sale can go forward

Deal expected to close in early 2006.
Posted June 2, 2005, 10:08A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 20

Early Cedar Fair attendance down, revenue up

Slightly softer attendance offset by higher revenue in first five months.
Posted June 1, 2005, 5:32P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 7

Legoland sale may be closer to reality

Conflicting reports indicate Lego may have reached a deal to sell its theme parks.
Posted June 1, 2005, 11:53A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6

Cedar Fair names new CFO

Peter J. Crage will replace Bruce Jackson as of July 4.
Posted May 31, 2005, 9:09P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

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