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NEAAPA’s 112th Anniversary Summer Meeting and Golf Tournament a success in Southern Maine; breaking records
NEAAPA’s 112th Anniversary Summer Meeting and Golf Tournament, held over two days on July 28 and 29, was a phenomenal success across all measures: most summer meeting attendees ever, largest number of golf tournament players ever, and largest Pinnacle Scholarship fundraiser ever. Hosted by Palace Playland Amusement Park in Old Orchard Beach, which opened in 1902, and Funtown Splashtown USA in Saco, which opened in 1967, over 140 attendees gathered at the parks, with 37 golfers participating in the
Ryan’s Expands in Rhode Island with Acquisition of Walnut Hill Bowl
Bill Tessier named General Manager Ryan Family Amusements, New England’s leader in family friendly entertainment, announced the acquisition of Walnut Hill Bowl in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. This expansion marks Ryan’s second location in the state, complementing their existing game room on Newport’s waterfront. The bowling center, now named Ryan’s, was originally opened in 1974 by the Brunswick Corporation. In 2006, it was purchased by Robert Toth, who has operated it for the past 19 years. Ryan’s plans
NAARSO Announces 39th Annual Safety Seminar in Orlando, Florida
Orlando, FL – The National Association of Amusement Ride Safety Officials (NAARSO) is excited to announce the 39th Annual Safety Seminar, taking place from January 25 to January 30, 2026, in beautiful Orlando, Florida. NAARSO, a non-profit organization committed to promoting safety within the amusement industry through the doctrine of “Safety Through Communication,” invites industry professionals to join this comprehensive event aimed at enhancing the safety and reliability of amusement rides and
McGowan Allied Specialty Insurance Welcomes Four High-Impact Hires to Fuel Growth in Entertainment and Amusement Sectors
McGowan Allied Specialty Insurance is thrilled to welcome four dynamic professionals to its expanding team, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and innovation in the entertainment and amusement insurance space:Andy Dickerson, Associate Vice PresidentKris Ward, Associate Vice PresidentJoe Newlove, ProducerBryce Reese, Producer These additions bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to McGowan Allied as it continues to lead in entertainment and amusement risk management.Andy Dickerson joins with
SNAPCHAT AND RWS GLOBAL TEAM UP ON IN-STADIUM AUGMENTED REALITY EXPERIENCES AT GLOBAL SPORTING EVENTS
Partnership will Boost Fan Experience in Venues Around the World, Beginning with World Aquatics Championships and Rugby Lions Tour this Summer Today, Snap Inc. (NYSE: SNAP), a social technology company, and RWS Global, the world’s leader in live moments across sports and entertainment, announced a partnership that will enhance fan engagement at sporting events around the world. The relationship will formally bring together Snap’s augmented reality lenses with RWS Global’s revolutionary and proprietary
