News Archive - April 2017

Firefighters union says Disney fireworks causing brush fires

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Orange County is currently under a burn ban because of dry conditions.

Theme parks a big source of growth for Comcast

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The Universal Studios parks came with the acquisition of NBCUniversal.

The Verge: What it means to be "immersive" in new theme park experiences

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

All eyes are on Disney after the company offers vague details about the immersive new Star Wars themed lands.

Pacific Park gives Tilt-a-Whirl a shark makeover

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The ride's tubs now resemble chomping sharks.

Star Wars lands at Disney parks will offer immersive experiences

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The areas now in bicoastal development will up Disney's game for theme park attractions.

Pandora employee roles revealed at Animal Kingdom

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new land begins conducting previews in May.

Kansas approves more oversight of amusement rides

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The state will require different inspection and insurance requirements.

Cedar Fair CEO Matt Ouimet an environmental advocate for Lake Erie

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

Theme park chief says he's reluctant to get politically involved, but the lake is an important resource for Cedar Point.

Disney may be adding ride sharing service on property using EV's

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Uber currently dominates this space at the theme park complex.

Wichita wants a replacement for Joyland, but economics may not add up

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New investments in amusement parks are rare.

SeaWorld sees its final orca birth at the San Antonio park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company previously said it would no longer breed the animals.

Feature: Disney's post-Potter theme park renaissance

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Pandora and Star Wars lands will be transformative in nature to Disney's theme parks.

Polar bear dies at SeaWorld San Diego

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The bear was 21, which is typically older than the lifespan of the animals in the wild.

SeaWorld San Diego ending nightly fireworks, neighbors rejoice

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Local residents petitioned the park to end the displays.

Training program for young adults with disabilities to be offered at Dorney Park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Summer program hopes to ease the transition to adulthood and work.

Gondola system for Walt Disney World transportation confirmed in planning documents

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The system would link Epcot, Hollywood Studios and a number of hotels.

Kids break into Thorpe Park at night, climb 205-foot Stealth roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Police and firefighters called to the scene as the kids climb back down.

Disney may be considering role playing angle in new Star Wars lands

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Vague details were revealed at this week's Star Wars Celebration in Orlando.

Christmas events coming to Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The special events will start mid-November and last a week into the new year.

Riders rescued from stalled Joker's Jinx at Six Flags America

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The train stopped at a high point without walking platforms.

Indoor amusement park jingle well known to Northeast Ohioans

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The song was inspired by "She Drives Me Crazy" by Fine Young Cannibals.

Elitch Gardens owner looking at developing parking lot land

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

About 1,800 parking spaces sit on valuable land.

New SeaWorld Orlando river rapids ride, Infinity Falls, will feature largest drop of its kind

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new ride is set to open in summer 2018.

Live from Kings Island, Mystic Timbers media preview

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Kings Island opens its new wooden roller coaster.

Ghost Train at Thorpe Park gets VR upgrade

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The horror thriller uses VR headsets in tandem with physical sets.

Florida bill would allow beer companies to sponsor attractions at the biggest theme parks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The bill would create an exemption from a prohibition-era law.

Jackson, New Jersey still waiting for development around Six Flags Great Adventure

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Developers still cautious about building hotels, restaurants near the theme park.

Kansas legislature passes ride safety bill

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New law, if signed by the governor, will require attraction owners to have third-party inspections.

Woman accused of felony child abuse for choking girl at Magic Kingdom fireworks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The accused was booked at the Orange County Jail and released on $2,000 bond.

Keansburg celebrates 80 years for unique kiddie ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The kid-powered pedal cars were at some point converted to a circular ride.

Knott's Berry Farm adds metal detectors

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park says it's the latest addition to their layers of security.

Judge invalidates plans for Fort Lauderdale Schlitterbahn while Premier Parks bids for property

Posted | Contributed by Rihard

The city offered Schlitterbahn a lease, but the court says it must be bid competitively.

Jimmy Fallon was originally turned down for Universal Studios ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The late night host pitched a ride that involved hang gliding over New York City.

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