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Posted at 3:03 PM EST (2003 GMT)
 Dec. 9th, 2004 --
Hersheypark has announced that Turbulence, their previously announced drop coaster, has been cancelled due to the ride manufacturer's refusal to provide the ride as specified in its contract.
In response to this, Hersheypark has developed alternate plans as follows: - Carrousel Circle will be renamed Founder’s Circle, and renovated to create a great sense of nostalgia as a classic gathering point for guests to the Park.
- The renovated Founder's Circle will welcome the reintroduction of two classic Hersheypark rides, Balloon Flite and Starship America -- two family attractions. The area will be highlighted by the statute of Milton S. Hershey and historic carousel, along with an abundance of new flowering baskets, lush plantings and shade arbors.
- Additionally, in the tradition of the outstanding and award winning entertainment at Hersheypark, a new musical is being produced, called "The Milkmen."
General Manager Frank O'Connell made the following statement about the changes to the 2005 plans: "Although plans for Turbulence had been eagerly anticipated, guests will find these additions are in keeping with Hersheypark’s reputation as the leader in family fun and entertainment, We will continue to provide something for every member of the family. We’ve also enhanced this nostalgic area by providing a pleasant venue for our guests who want to relax in a beautifully landscaped environment." Hersheypark is scheduled to open its 2005 operating season on May 7, 2005. Source: Hersheypark
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EastCoastn07
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I actually never liked the idea of the frequent faller...I'm just glad Hersheypark didn't waste their money on it afterall.
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| 12/9/2004 3:15 PM |
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Steven
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If there is a reason to cancel a ride, that would be it. A contract is a contract, and if the manufacturer fails to follow it, the park can cancel it.
When the rumor first came out, I would think that something like this would be the reason, and not something like finances and what not.
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| 12/9/2004 3:28 PM |
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medieval
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At least their putting in 2 family rides and a new musical. Thats something good.
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| 12/9/2004 3:42 PM |
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bgwfreak
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I'm glad that Hershey didn't buy a piece of junk version of the ride which is what it sounds like the builder was trying to push off on them.
HP just got a great looking coaster with Stormrunner, so it's not like they haven't been getting coasters.
I'm sure we'll see another coaster in the next 2 years from the park.
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| 12/9/2004 5:25 PM |
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Montu Man
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They should of gotten a Screamin' Squirell instead.
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| 12/9/2004 5:34 PM |
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Bruns
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/ Big ditto on that one. Guess we'll just have to head to Italy to ride one of those.
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| 12/9/2004 8:21 PM |
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bk2004
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Well, it is cancelled after all. I wonder what they didn't do that they said they were going to!
This is horrible press for the coaster company. I doubt one of these will ever be built.
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| 12/9/2004 10:00 PM |
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coasterlove
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I would've been looking forward to riding one of these things. I don't know why some people are putting down a ride that they haven't even seen yet. The rides they're getting are being called "reintroductions", they're rides they already had, right? It's a good idea to keep that area more family oriented, although I still think it's a shame to lose the ride. I thought it looked cool.
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| 12/10/2004 3:46 PM |
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