Herschend to acquire Palace Entertainment

Posted | Contributed by PhantomTails

Operator of Dollywood and Silver Dollar City to acquire more than 20 properties including Kennywood and Lake Compounce.

Private equity firm said to be exploring sale of Parques Reunidos US business

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Owner EQT enlists JP Morgan for "strategic review" of US operations.

Wildcat getting vertically laminated track treatment at Lake Compounce

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The effort is being led by The Gravity Group.

Lake Compounce getting a makeover, new water slide

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The park will open at half capacity in April.

Holiday events at regional parks growing this year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

While destination parks have had events for years, regional players are finding new ways to use their off-season.

Lake Compounce opens Phobia Phear Coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new roller coaster launches riders 150 feet into the air.

OSHA proposes $70,200 in penalties for Lake Compounce

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Agency expresses concerns over handling of chemicals.

Amusement parks set for record breaking year

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The $10 billion industry may reflect an increasingly healthy economy.

Lake Compounce announces triple-launched Phobia Phear roller coaster

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The new Premier Rides coaster will open next year.

Maintenance a year-round job at Lake Compounce

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Amusement park profiled for the off-season.