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http://www.cedarpoint.com/public/park/rides/water/shoot_the_rapids/images/str10_construction_043010.cfm Shot from the first lift hill. Elevated shot from the first lift hill looking towards the entrance. Snake River Falls is sporting its new color. The rock canyon and second lift hill on the island. Looking down at the first lift. The splashdown and exit area. These massive pumps will circulate water through the flume. The tunnel, now complete with roof! The service bridge over the lagoon. Looking at the station and Snake River Falls from the bridge. The entrance area to Shoot the Rapids. The on-ride photo building is almost complete. The complete entrance area. Guests entering and exiting the ride will cross the railroad tracks right here. Landscaping is taking place in and around the ride. Trees and grasses have been planted on the island. The 85-foot-tall drop onto the island. Paddlewheel Excursions boats will travel under the ride.

Darien Lake has posted a new video teaser the newly repainted Viper, sporting its original color scheme. http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=391868362730 [coastertube]http://www.themeparkreview.com/coastertube/play.php?vid=391868362730_59721_ph56[/coastertube]Viper is back in black!

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Themeparkadventure.com has posted a great recap of the "Knott's Preserved" event that just recently took place. Visit http://www.themeparkadventure.com/Knotts.htm for a fantastic text and photo report covering the event from start to finish!

Busch Gardens Williamsburg has sent us a press release about the grand opening of Europe in the Air and Celtic Fyre. [coastertube]http://www.themeparkreview.com/coastertube/play.php?vid=EITA_MNR_ltqk[/coastertube] Musicians in the Irish village at Busch Gardens entertain guests before the debut of the theme park's newest high-tech simulator ride and new Irish dance show. Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell talks with Busch Gardens' team members before the debut of the theme park's two newest attractions, a simulator ride and Irish dance show. Today, Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell greets guests at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg Va., to announce the opening of its newest family-friendly attraction, "Europe in the Air." The Mayor of Killarney greets guests at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Va. to announce the opening of its newest simulator ride and show. Busch Gardens' President John Reilly and Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell help guests celebrate the debut of the theme park's newest high-tech simulator and Irish dance show at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg Va. "Europe in the Air" and "Celtic Fyre" officially opens to guests Saturday, May , 2010. Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell greets fans at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Va. Friday morning during the launch of the theme park's newest family-friendly attraction, "Europe in the Air." "Celtic Fyre," a new show at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg Va., is an Irish celebration filled with stories, singers, musicians and the magic of Irish dance. "Europe in the Air," a new high-tech simulator at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg Va., takes guests on a fun-filled journey across the terrain, over the seas and through the air over Europe.

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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/04/30/AR2010043002502.html

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/kent/8654499.stm

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/local/os-sea-world-death-report-20100428,0,6526072.story

Universal Studios Hollywood has sent us a press release about their Kong-inspired short film competition...

http://www.romseyadvertiser.co.uk/news/news/8129079.New_theme_park_will_be_fit_for_pigs/ For more information, visit: http://www.peppapigworld.co.uk/

http://www.maurer-soehne.com/files/amusement/pdf/newsletter_march10_en.pdf I'm not quite sure what a "flying start" is, but it sounds interesting. I'm also interested to see what the deal is with this unique second launch while utilizes the ride's braking energy...

http://www.pointparkglobe.com/sky-rocket-launch-delayed-for-kennywood-opening-1.1433814 The new Kennywood roller coaster, the Sky Rocket, is being placed in the location of the former Turnpike and is expected to be open in the summer of 2010. Photo by Joel Brenton Photo by Joel Brenton

http://www.star-telegram.com/2010/04/28/2148967/six-flags-reaches-deal-to-emerge.html

http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/811532/000089742310000071/cedarfair14a12.htm

http://www.sixflags.com/national/footernav/sixflagsblog.aspx

http://www.wdwnewstoday.com/archives/5298 http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/04/new-toy-story-mania-game-toy-story-3-character-coming-to-disney-parks-in-may/ “Lotso” (short for Lots-O’-Huggin Bear) “Rex and Trixie’s Dino Darts”

Bobbejaanland has sent us a press release about their new show, Zorro!

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http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/04/captain-eo-returning-to-walt-disney-world-resort/

Ride Entertainment Inc. has sent us a picture of the newly topped-off StarFlyer at Wiener Prater. This image offers a glimpse at the tower's iconic clock tower topper and of its ride carriage/vehicle up on the tower itself.

http://www.visitkingsisland.com/public/visit/events/index.cfm?id=187