News Archive - August 2015

Business around Alton Towers down after early season accident

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The accident that resulted in amputations for two riders of the Smiler has also adversely affected businesses near the theme park.

Walt Disney World working on improvements to road system

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Flyovers and bypasses are intended to reduce delays and congestion around the resort.

Tree falls on boat at Efteling, injuring three

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Head injury, broken leg and minor injuries sustained.

Neighbors pressuring Michigan's Adventure to connect to local sewer system

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park currently uses its own treatment lagoons.

Universal Studios Florida announces Fast and Furious ride for 2017

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The attraction will replace Disaster and Beetlejuice musical show.

Families suing Disney over autism-related disabilities want to depose Staggs, Disney fights back

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company attorneys argue the COO, who was previously in charge of the parks, is too high level for the matter.

Keansburg Gravitron catches fire

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

No reports yet on the extent of the damage.

Report says Alton Towers Smiler accident result of manual safety override

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Newspaper says that human error caused the accident.

Canada's Wonderland announces Flying Eagles and Skyhawk

Posted | Contributed by OMFG STEAM ROXORZ TEH BIG ONE111!

Canada’s Wonderland is taking guests to new heights for 2016 with the addition of two new rides that will capture the imagination of families and thrill-seekers, as they take flight in an interactive flying experience.

Kings Dominion announces Delirium

Posted | Contributed by Raven-Phile

Construction begins in the fall

It will likely be years before Star Wars and Toy Story are fully realized at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The two massive expansions will require significant changes to infrastructure at the theme park.

Knott's Berry Farm planning "restoration" of Ghost Rider roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Rick_UK

The park is temporarily closing the ride for the work, as part of the celebration for 75th anniversary of Ghost Town.

Kings Island adding new slide complex to Soak City, new parking lot tolls

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New slides will begin from a 65-foot platform.

Casino Pier granted permission to rebuild, property swap deal pending

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The New Jersey park nearly destroyed by Sandy clears regulatory hurdle.

SeaWorld Parks names industry veterans to chief financial and creative positions

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

A former Cedar Fair exec appointed as CFO, while former Herschend officers takes creative position.

Teenage girl tossed from flat ride at Sandspit Amusement Park

Posted | Contributed by CoasterDiscern

The victim was left with scratches and bruises.

Toy Story Land coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New attractions will include a Slinky Dog roller coaster.

Soarin' Around the World will land at Epcot and California Adventure next year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The attractions will be updated to include digital projection systems.

Star Wars lands announced for Disneyland, Disney's Hollywood Studios

Posted | Contributed by Brian Noble

No specific time table given for the two 14-acre themed areas.

Man struck and killed by Raptor at Cedar Point after entering restricted area

Posted | Contributed by Mike Gallagher

Park says the victim entered a fenced in area.

Travel Channel's Thrill Factor brings former Mythbusters hosts to theme parks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Kari Byron and Tory Belleci host the 10-part series.

Cable failure on slingshot-style ride sends carriage into support

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Video shows the cables on one side release after the launch.

Amputee Leah Washington, doctors, rescuers detail efforts following Smiler accident

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Difficult rescue conditions were followed by an induced coma after the amputation.

Dollywood announces Lightning Rod, a wooden launched coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new roller coaster will top out at 73 mph.

Cedar Fair searching Europe for classic flat rides

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

CEO Matt Ouimet wants to bring the rides back to North America.

Disneyland's new 15 acre acquisition is not for park land, company says

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The land will be used for infrastructure, offices and parking.

Disney parks division has another strong quarter

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Strong spending drove revenue up 5.1% compared to same quarter last year.

Amusement parks set for record breaking year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

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

Conneaut Lake Park wants to sell part of land to pay tax debt

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park has 4 acres that could generate $900,000 in a sale.

Playland's Castaway Cove announces GaleForce roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The launched roller coaster will reach 64 mph.

Cedar Fair reports record first half on increases in net revenue, attendance, per capita and out-of-park spending

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Cedar Fair reported record net revenues of $424 million for the six months ended June 28, 2015. This 5% increase over the same period last year.

Dorney Park being investigated by OSHA

Posted | Contributed by LostKause

Report says the investigation was open after an employee was hospitalized.

Comcast's reversal on theme park business leads to billions in investment

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Attendance up 10% in one year at Universal Orlando.

Peer-reviewed study concludes SeaWorld whales live as long as wild counterparts

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Naturally, PETA disagrees despite the science.

Two women face charges after allegedly attacking lesbian couple in Six Flags New England parking lot

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Charges include assault and battery and a civil rights violation with injury.

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