June, 2007
Jason, Freddy Krueger and Leatherface will be the stars of Halloween Horror Nights on both coasts.
Posted June 28, 2007, 10:04A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11
The state's 2,780 rides are inspected at random during the amusement season, and require initial inspections for licensing every year.
Posted June 28, 2007, 9:59A | Contributed by MidwavePC | Comments: 7
Ted Kleisner says he wants to keep the park fresh, and the entire area buzzing year-round.
Posted June 27, 2007, 9:05A | Contributed by WoodFan | Comments: 18
Paul Drabek posts photos from Shakopee, including shots of the new Renegade.
Posted June 27, 2007, 8:56A | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 15
Stadiums and parking, boardwalk fun, more parking, spending hot in Asia, the horrific accident in Kentucky, Gonch in Missouri with his family, retirees as theme park workers, Mike and Q-bot, Cedar Fair food follies.
Posted June 25, 2007, 8:24P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6
Application implies the installation of the Impulse coaster from Geauga Lake.
Posted June 25, 2007, 9:53A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 26
Expert says park neglected proper maintenance.
Posted June 25, 2007, 9:53A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2
Former Sea World execs dispute exploitation charges.
Posted June 25, 2007, 9:53A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4
Gerstlauer trains filled with water dummies have been mounted on the giant ride at Kings Island.
Posted June 22, 2007, 9:21A | Contributed by BoddaH1994 | Comments: 27
Eyewitnesses say the cable of the drop tower broke and struck the child.
Posted June 21, 2007, 11:07P | Contributed by KICoasterDude | Comments: 106
Spending in Asia expected to rise 5% each year through 2011.
Posted June 21, 2007, 9:30A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3
Company has enough signatures to put referendum on the ballot to contest zoning changes that allow for low-income housing.
Posted June 21, 2007, 9:30A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Park and local lobbyists convince city council to require transient parking vendors to hire security and incur other costs.
Posted June 21, 2007, 9:30A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4
The enduring salty dog of amusement parks turns 100 this year while parks elsewhere close.
Posted June 21, 2007, 9:30A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5
Park rebounds following tough financial times in 2003.
Posted June 21, 2007, 9:29A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 22
Six Flags will control a 40% stake while Dan Snyder's Red Zone will control the majority 60%.
Posted June 19, 2007, 9:03A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 25
Critics still skeptical about new plan, which replaces condos with hotels and timeshares.
Posted June 19, 2007, 8:55A | Contributed by bobthecoasterguy | Comments: 6
Coastermania dating, Blue Man Group in Orlando, Astroland relocation, Six Flags revenue, property and the EPA, Star Wars geeks at Disney-MGM, Universal Orlando expansion, Club 33, Wild West World mellow, fan sites.
Posted June 18, 2007, 6:56P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5
Company says 49ers are not clear about impact to park.
Posted June 18, 2007, 9:11A | Contributed by cwmania | Comments: 9
Park was deliberately opened without expensive thrill rides that appeal to a narrower demographic.
Posted June 15, 2007, 9:21A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9
Creators of the attraction will begin pitching script to studios in the next few weeks.
Posted June 15, 2007, 9:13A | Contributed by fearandloathing | Comments: 0
Private dining room plays host to the rich and famous behind a very discreet entrance.
Posted June 14, 2007, 9:21A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 12
Albert family wants to move the park to a new location nearby.
Posted June 14, 2007, 9:06A | Contributed by bobthecoasterguy | Comments: 4
New hotels, employee housing and retail among possible development projects.
Posted June 11, 2007, 12:49P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11
Ride offers alternate experience using technology on dry land.
Posted June 11, 2007, 12:49P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6
Families who name their kids after characters crowd the midways during the weekend events.
Posted June 7, 2007, 9:40A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6
Revenue up 5% due to increased spending.
Posted June 7, 2007, 9:40A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 16
City expects to improve bond rating by releasing its investment in the property.
Posted June 6, 2007, 9:49A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8
Executive was a key figure in negotiating Harry Potter deal for Islands of Adventure.
Posted June 6, 2007, 9:39A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Federal agency says the park did not report inventories of sodium hypochlorite and hydrochloric acid.
Posted June 6, 2007, 9:39A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1
Boat returns to kick off the week-long celebration of the renovated Detroit riverfront.
Posted June 5, 2007, 10:23A | Contributed by CPLady | Comments: 1
Turning Japanese, more Maverick fun, Harry Potter is coming to Islands of Adventure, NASA exploring tourism, Marriott get Nick, early Cedar Fair numbers.
Posted June 4, 2007, 7:18P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 14
Warm weather in the Washington area prompted locals to hit the outdoors.
Posted June 4, 2007, 9:46A | Contributed by coasterguts | Comments: 18
Some rides listed at the bargain-basement price of $12,500.
Posted June 4, 2007, 12:37A | Contributed by Outlane | Comments: 6
Preview shows photos from inside the theater and video with interviews.
Posted June 4, 2007, 12:34A | Contributed by The Mole | Comments: 2
Attendance on same-park basis down slightly with fewer operating days, expected to be offset by reduced expenses.
Posted June 1, 2007, 9:48P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6
First property to break ground next year, with as many as 20 opened by 2020.
Posted June 1, 2007, 10:44A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11
44,000-square-foot simulator aims to re-create the feeling of a space shot in real time.
Posted June 1, 2007, 10:39A | Contributed by Amnesiac | Comments: 3