New Security Changes Noticeable At Kennywood
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Security changes were put into place at Kennywood after a disturbance at the park last week. For anyone who is a regular visitor to the park, the difference is noticeable. Among the...
View ArticlePTL Links: May 15, 2015
Visit the links below for more on today’s guests & topics: Hollywood Lanes Hotel Monaco Hotel Monaco Biergarten Kennywood Venture Outdoors Pittsburgh Folk Festival America Loves Bacon Tour Fridays...
View ArticleLiving Well with Sickle Cell Walk
Join KDKA's Robert Mangino on June 14th at Kennywood Park for the Children's Sickle Cell Foundation Walk!
View ArticlePolice File Charges Against 9 Juveniles In Wake Of Kennywood Fight
http://media.pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/CBSPIT_2105201517442419856AA.mp4 PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Police have filed summary and misdemeanor charges against nine juveniles allegedly involved in a disturbance...
View ArticleProtesters Take To Kennywood To Fight Fla. Orca’s Captivity
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Kennywood became the destination once again for local protesters fighting for the release of a Florida killer whale. Our news partners at the Post-Gazette report that protesters...
View Article82-Year-Old Attempts To Break 5,000 Rides On Kennywood’s “Jack Rabbit”
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – If you think you’re a fan of Kennywood, you’ve got nothing on this guy! Vic Kleman if a huge fan of Kennywood — and especially the Jack Rabbit roller coaster. The 82-year-old is...
View ArticleMust See Pittsburgh Attractions For Out Of Towners And Guests
*This article is sponsored by Kennywood* Pittsburgh has long been known for its more than 440 bridges, innovative manufacturing and production, affordable living and championship sports teams; but this...
View ArticleBest Activity Ideas For Young Kids In Pittsburgh
*This article is sponsored by Kennywood* If you’re new to the area, or are a lifelong Pittsburgher, chances are you have kids, and want to have fun with said kids. Sure, all of the usual go-to kid...
View Article10 Great Local Pittsburgh Values
*This article is sponsored by Kennywood* Finding affordable, family friendly fun in Pittsburgh doesn’t have to break the bank. The city offers endless entertainment at many of its top local...
View ArticleKennywood Hosting Roller Coaster Race This Weekend
You don’t have to be a runner to race at Kennywood this weekend. The park’s first-ever “Roller Coaster Race” will be held on Saturday, June 6. Runners can sign up for a 10K Run or 5K Run-Walk. But if...
View ArticleKennywood Park’s “Holiday Lights”
Kennywood officially turned on their “Holiday Light’s” Friday evening. The holiday celebration features more than one million lights gleaming and flickering throughout Kennywood Park. This marks the...
View ArticleKennywood Hosts Runners And Coaster Enthusiasts For Unique 5K
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Kennywood opened its doors to runners, in addition to hosting a roller coaster 5K Saturday. For the first time, the theme park opened its ground to a 5K walk/run. A 10K also wound...
View ArticleKennywood Flooded During Afternoon Storm
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Monday’s rain storm put a damper on some summer fun. When the rain moved in, Kennywood tweeted that it would close at 5 p.m. due to the weather. Unfortunately, due to impending...
View ArticleFormer Kennywood Employee Arrested On Child Porn Charges
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office has busted a former Kennywood employee for allegedly having child pornography. Authorities say 32-year-old Nicolas Lancos, who worked at...
View ArticleFormer Kennywood Employee To Stand Trial On Child Porn Charges
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – A former Kennywood employee accused of possessing child pornography will stand trial. Nicolas Lancos, 32, was held for trial at a preliminary hearing Tuesday morning. Authorities...
View ArticleFun Family Pittsburgh Activities For This Summer
*This article is sponsored by Kennywood* If you think finding great summer fun means packing up the car for a family road trip, think again. You can find much of the same fun family activities right...
View ArticleKennywood – Insider Tips And Tricks To Make The Most Of Your Next Trip
*This Article Sponsored By Kennywood* When it comes to good old-fashioned family fun, there are few better ways to beat the heat and make summer memories than by spending a day at Kennywood. With a mix...
View ArticleFun Ways To Beat The Heat This Summer In Pittsburgh At Kennywood
*This Article Sponsored By Kennywood* When Kennywood park first opened in 1898, it was nothing more than one of Pittsburgh’s many trolley parks; however, it wasn’t long before the park underwent a...
View ArticleNosh on Nostalgic Eats At Pittsburgh’s Kennywood
*This Article Sponsored By Kennywood* There’s no denying that Pittsburghers love their food, much of which is unique to the western Pennsylvania region. For instance, the city’s popular Primanti...
View ArticleKennywood’s “Celebrate America” Festival Comes Back With Hot Dog Eating...
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The towering presence of Uncle Sam, joined by the Jocular Juggler and the annual antics of the Juggling Comedian, are a big part of Kennywood Park’s “Celebrate America” festival....
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