Review of the News: June 13 – June 17

Monday June 13, 2016

Orlando theme parks step up security measures after mass shooting
Orlando area amusement parks are ramping up security in the wake of a Muslim terrorist attack at a gay nightclub on Sunday morning that claimed 49 victims and injured 53 others.

Adventureland Employee dies from injuries while working on ride
An Adventureland employee has died from injuries sustained while working on a ride at the amusement park.


Tuesday June 14, 2016

Plans for Legoland theme park in Orange County to be presented
Merlin Entertainment PLC, the London-based operators of Legoland theme parks and other entertainment attractions, is scheduled to discuss its proposal for its third, and largest, Legoland park in this country.


Wednesday June 15, 2016

10-year-old boy dies after tree branch falls onto tent at Indiana Beach Campground
A 10-year-old boy died Tuesday in White County after a large tree branch fell onto his family’s tent.  Indiana Beach Security arrived on scene and began providing CPR on the boy until the Monticello Fire/ Ambulance arrived on scene.

Wands raised in tribute to Orlando club victim who worked at the Harry Potter theme park
Luis Vielma (who had previously been paid tribute to by Harry Potter author JK Rowling, below) worked on The Forbidden Journey Ride, which is currently closed out of respect for his passing.

Child was too short for ride so teacher left them to go on it four times
Michael James Davies is alleged to have left the child so that he could go on the Megafobia ride at Oakwood Theme Park in Pembrokeshire with other pupils.

Alligator snatches toddler in front of parents at Disney World resort
The boy was grabbed Tuesday evening while playing in about a foot of water at the Seven Seas Lagoon at the Grand Floridian Hotel with his father.

Disney Announces $1 Million Donation to OneOrlando Fund
The Walt Disney Company on Tuesday announced a $1 million cash commitment to the OneOrlando Fund, established Monday by Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer to assist those affected by the tragic events in Orlando.


Thursday June 16, 2016

Kim Jong-un orders closure of amusement park in Pyongyang
Regarding the reason for the closure, the report claimed leader Kim Jong-un ordered it “because [its facilities] were serviced under the direction of Jang Song-thaek, and Kim said he ‘continues thinking of Jang as long as the Folklore Park exists.’”

Hanoi to build amusement park
Hanoi’s People’s Committee has approved a plan to build an amusement park named Kim Quy (Golden Turtle) saying the concept was inspired by Disneyland.

Walt Disney opens $5.5 billion theme park in mainland China
Walt Disney’s $5.5 billion Shanghai theme park, its first in mainland China, opened with fireworks, a dancing Mickey Mouse, dignitaries, and messages of support from two of the most powerful presidents in the world.


Friday June 17, 2016

Comcast NBCUniversal Donates $1 Million to OneOrlando Fund
On behalf of all team members, Comcast NBCUniversal is donating $1 million to the OneOrlando Fund.

$120-Million Plan Aims To Transform Playland Into World Class Theme Park
The redevelopment will include six new zones all with their own theme, similar to DisneyLand but without the Disney theme. Some of the themes discussed include: The Park, Fisherman’s Wharf and Forest Adventures.