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August, 2004

Silver Bullet construction proceeds through cobra roll

New B&M inverter at Knott's begins to take shape.
Posted August 30, 2004, 9:17A | Contributed by xbombman | Comments: 16

Fun at Miracle Strip ends next Sunday as park closes forever

Park will likely be replaced with condos and retail.
Posted August 29, 2004, 11:51P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5

Disney worker faulted for third train crash on Thunder Mountain

Worker that manually moved trains had been on the job only three days.
Posted August 29, 2004, 11:51P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9

Teen injured in ride accident at Kentucky State Fair

Boy caught under Afterburner.
Posted August 29, 2004, 11:41P | Contributed by Outlane | Comments: 8

Busch Gardens Williamsburg video added to SFNE Central

Fresh from a trip to Virginia in early August, video features coasters from Williamsburg.
Posted August 29, 2004, 11:31P | Contributed by SFNE Freak | Comments: 0

Child rescued after getting caught under NJ ride

Inflatable bags used to lift coaster off of child.
Posted August 29, 2004, 11:20P | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 1

Amusement Today announces Golden Ticket Awards, Cedar Point on top again

Trade magazine ranks park and four of its steel coasters at the top.
Posted August 27, 2004, 6:49P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 24

Nude rider record attempt coming to Alton Towers

Nemesis will seat 32 nudies for record.
Posted August 27, 2004, 9:19A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 26

UPDATED: Pleasureland Southport worker dies inspecting Sky Ride

The 59-year-old man caught his shoulder in the ride while carrying out a daily safety check.
Posted August 27, 2004, 5:23A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5

Orlando tourist visits up 5% this year

Area makes strong rebound after severe decline from 9/11.
Posted August 26, 2004, 9:59A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

Euro Disney considering Tower of Terror

Third ride of its kind could spark interest at Europe's most visited tourist attraction.
Posted August 25, 2004, 10:18A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 10

Monster arm breaks, sends four to hospital from Omaha FEC

Officials not sure what caused failure.
Posted August 25, 2004, 10:14A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 8

PKI to open for "Heroes of 9/11" tribute

Special day will offer free admission to exhibits, Paramount Theatre and International Street section.
Posted August 24, 2004, 3:20P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6

Tsunami testing, park can't wait to open

New S&S wood coaster awaits state approval.
Posted August 24, 2004, 11:13A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 20

Myrtle Beach mayor wants council to keep Pavilion from being moved

City council not ready to discourage development corporation until they have more solid plans.
Posted August 24, 2004, 10:59A | Contributed by TeknoScorpion | Comments: 13

Valleyfair announces suspended Top Spin for 2005

RipTide will be cousin of Knott's Berry Farm ride.
Posted August 23, 2004, 9:36A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 40

Fake park employees allegedly steal cash from Cedar Point games

Pair in rain suits tries to lift cash by redirecting games employees.
Posted August 23, 2004, 9:23A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 15

Disneyland Paris worker killed in fight

Worker died hours after fight.
Posted August 20, 2004, 10:43A | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 3

Thirteen-year-old attacks Road Runner at Six Flags Over Georgia

Boy banned from park for assault.
Posted August 19, 2004, 9:59A | Contributed by jomo | Comments: 49

Dominion discontinues hip-hop festival

Concerts produced with corporate cousin BET discontinued, citing declining attendance.
Posted August 18, 2004, 10:17A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 20

Indiana Beach pictures added to Negative-G.Com

Check out a virtual tour of Indiana Beach.
Posted August 18, 2004, 10:02A | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 0

Cypress Gardens opening pushed back again by hurricane

Hurricane Charley causes $2-4 million in damage.
Posted August 18, 2004, 10:00A | Contributed by Rampage | Comments: 5

OnRideCentral.com posts Tsunami testing photos

Clementon woodies begins testing.
Posted August 16, 2004, 10:30A | Contributed by SFGAdv lover | Comments: 7

Cars burn in Paramount's Great America lot

At least a half-dozen cars destroyed, others damaged.
Posted August 16, 2004, 10:27A | Contributed by GoliathKills | Comments: 11

Teacher accused of stealing $14k as a Knoebels seasonal

Junior high school teacher worked as cashier.
Posted August 16, 2004, 10:18A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 49

The Italian Job Stunt Track opens in 2005 at two Paramount parks

New launched coaster will be heavily themed at Paramount's Kings Island and Paramount Canada's Wonderland.
Posted August 13, 2004, 11:29A | Contributed by cobra1562 | Comments: 26

OSHA fines Disney for parade worker's death

Feds say company did not enforce rules when costumed character was killed by parade float.
Posted August 13, 2004, 11:22A | Contributed by redman822 | Comments: 1

Billy Joel wants to preserve classic Long Island carousel

Ride is in limbo under county ownership, advocates want it relocated.
Posted August 13, 2004, 11:15A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 7

Silver Bullet construction moves through loop at Knott's

The new ride's vertical loop has been completed.
Posted August 13, 2004, 11:02A | Contributed by xbombman | Comments: 11

Wet 'n Wild Las Vegas to close

Land owner plans to redevelop land and bulldoze water park.
Posted August 13, 2004, 10:57A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 15

Disney profits up 20% on strength of theme parks

Company beats analyst expecations on boost in attendance at Florida parks.
Posted August 11, 2004, 12:10P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6

Disney fan fulfills life-long dream of working at Disneyland

Forty years after her first visit, woman takes summer to work at the happiest place on earth.
Posted August 11, 2004, 12:10P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3

Six Flags announces drop in attendance, capital expenditures while stock takes hit

Attendance down 4%, Six Flags Great America getting water park.
Posted August 11, 2004, 11:28A | Contributed by gamndbndr | Comments: 27

Investors propose Old West theme park near Las Vegas

An investment group that wants to build a zoo in Las Vegas has announced separate plans to develop an Old West theme park on 364 acres in Boulder City.
Posted August 11, 2004, 10:54A | Contributed by ProgRay | Comments: 15

Wisconsin official says seasonal jobs should go to locals instead of foreigners

Jobs in Dells area frequently filled by foreign workers.
Posted August 9, 2004, 10:11A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 15

Universal Florida targets singles

Parks see untapped market in single vacationers.
Posted August 9, 2004, 10:11A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 7

Cypress Gardens shooting for Oct. 1 opening

New owner a little behind schedule in preparing for the park's grand re-opening.
Posted August 9, 2004, 10:11A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9

"Tigger" goes back to work

Man accused and acquitted of molestation while in a costume is reinstated by Disney with full back pay and benefits.
Posted August 9, 2004, 9:56A | Contributed by kevin38 | Comments: 6

Nashville wants theme park feasibility study

Council members feel park could anchor tourism in the area.
Posted August 9, 2004, 9:44A | Contributed by thrillerman1 | Comments: 23

PKI invites enthusiasts to press announcement

Cincy park to unveil its 2005 attraction next Thursday.
Posted August 6, 2004, 10:54A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 54

Water park faces lawsuit after 410 lb. woman dies on slide

A 410 lb. woman died after hitting the water face first after going down a 24-foot slide.
Posted August 6, 2004, 10:44A | Contributed by Sarah Jackson | Comments: 15

Vertical construction of Hydra The Revenge begins at Dorney

Hydra The Revenge is now a part of the Dorney Park skyline.
Posted August 6, 2004, 10:28A | Contributed by geneticfreak | Comments: 7

Businesses and political leaders want to dry up water park proposal in New Orleans

Officials say area can't support another water park with the proposed park at Six Flags New Orleans.
Posted August 6, 2004, 10:27A | Contributed by Cameraman | Comments: 2

Beech Bend Park pictures added to Negative-G

Pictures from the Bowling Green, Kentucky Park.
Posted August 6, 2004, 10:14A | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 1

Costumed character found not guilty in "Tigger" trial

Jury deliberates less than an hour.
Posted August 4, 2004, 7:49P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 29

"Tigger" goes on trial in molestation case

Costumed character employee rejects plea bargain.
Posted August 4, 2004, 10:23A | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 9

Winner of Alton Towers noise suit hears complaints from neighbours of his factory

While the Ropers win an initial complaint against Alton Towers, several people complain about the noise from his factories.
Posted August 3, 2004, 8:27P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 14

S&D Greetings holds "Win The Dragon" contest

Coaster calendar and greeting card company offers chance to win model coaster kit.
Posted August 3, 2004, 12:46P | Contributed by Mamoosh | Comments: 20

Former Canobie Lake Park owner dies at age 77

Anthony A. Berni was a fixture at the park for nearly half a century.
Posted August 3, 2004, 10:22A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2

Protesters disagree with importation of orca to Six Flags Marine World

Opposition says the whale should be set free.
Posted August 3, 2004, 10:22A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8

Woman arrested after leaving 8-year-old at Disneyland

Robyn Freeman can't explain why she allegedly abandoned her child at the theme park.
Posted August 3, 2004, 10:21A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8

Dog goes missing from Universal Orlando kennel

Owner returns to kennel to find someone else claimed his dog.
Posted August 3, 2004, 10:01A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 3

Killer whale dies at Marineland

Whale was fifth to die in less than five years.
Posted August 3, 2004, 9:55A | Contributed by supermandl | Comments: 2

MidwestInfoGuide posts new construction photos of the 2005 attraction for Silver Dollar City

Construction is in full swing on Silver Dollar City's newest roller coaster.
Posted August 3, 2004, 9:51A | Contributed by Swoosh | Comments: 6

Geauga Lake terminates three employees for not checking restraints

Double Loop train dispatched without locked restraint pedals.
Posted August 2, 2004, 9:57P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 16

Cedar Fair revenue down for second quarter, up overall for first half

Decreases attributed to cool and wet weather, initial July results positive.
Posted August 2, 2004, 7:41P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 12

Couple wins suit against Alton Towers

Judge agrees that UK theme park is a noise nuisance.
Posted August 2, 2004, 10:07A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 19

Lawyers want to pin responsibility for fallen tree death at Compounce

Lawyers say it's not clear who was responsible for dealing with the dead oak tree that fell and killed the boy.
Posted August 2, 2004, 10:07A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 7

EuroDisney stock slips again with 3% drop in revenue

Company still hasn't made agreements with creditors.
Posted August 2, 2004, 10:07A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

After 40 years, Universal Hollywood has achieved grand scope

Studio has been granting tours since 1964, when it offered admission of $2.50.
Posted August 2, 2004, 10:07A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Coaster parts arrive at Six Flags Great Adventure

New parts appear to be part of a new Intamin ride.
Posted August 2, 2004, 9:40A | Contributed by Tucci | Comments: 4

Geauga Lake Online debuts Park Hopping feature

Update includes 131 images from five parks and three interactive panoramas.
Posted August 2, 2004, 9:31A | Contributed by PhantomTails | Comments: 3

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