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Worked killed in Animal Kingdom mishap

March 15, 2011 West Center Street

A 52-year-old maintenance worker repairing the Animal Kingdom’s Primeval Whirl died after he was struck by a ride vehicle, according to published reports. “Our Walt Disney World community has experienced a tragic loss,” the Orlando Sentinel quoted Walt Disney World President Meg Crofton as saying in a statement. “We extend our heartfelt condolences to Russ Roscoe’s family and we are working to assist them during this difficult time; our thoughts and our prayers are with

Greetings from Champion Field

March 5, 2011 The Travel Trolley

The New York Mets traveled to Champion Field at the ESPN Wide World of Sports to take on the Atlanta Braves. The Braves are currently leading 2-0.

Tip: Take the Magical Express to your Disney resort

March 4, 2011 The Travel Trolley

Disney’s Magical Express is a convenient means of transportation between the Orlando airport and Disney resorts.

WDW: Pleasure Island transforming into wharf

November 27, 2010 West Center Street

West Center Street.com Walt Disney World is making a number of changes to Downtown Disney, including transforming Pleasure Island into a wharf-themed destination. “We have made great progress since first announcing our vision to bring new shopping, dining and entertainment experiences to Downtown Disney, many of which can’t be found anywhere else and have already become guest favorites,” Keith Bradford, vice president of Downtown Disney, said in a news release. “We look forward to providing

Waterfront district among plans for Downtown Disney

November 20, 2010 West Center Street

Official WDW News Release Work will soon begin on a completely re-imagined Pleasure Island and other one-of-a-kind experiences as Walt Disney World Resort continues to bring new stories to life at Downtown Disney. Combined, the projects are expected to create an estimated 1,200 new jobs over the next three years. “We have made great progress since first announcing our vision to bring new shopping, dining and entertainment experiences to Downtown Disney, many of which can’t

WDW: Main Street Electrical Parade extended

August 5, 2010 West Center Street

The Main Street Electrical Parade is sticking around a bit longer.

WDW monorail probe continues

June 22, 2010 Railfanning.org News Wire

A federal probe into last year’s fatal monorail collision at Walt Disney World could continue for the better part of 2010, The Daily Disney reported.

Exploring the never-built Epcot

June 22, 2010 West Center Street

For years, there was a rumor that Walt Disney World officials wanted to add Switzerland to Epcot’s World Showcase.

Disneyland Resort Presents a Window on Main Street, U.S.A. to Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman

March 13, 2010 West Center Street

The Sherman brothers, Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman, will receive a tribute window on Main Street, U.S.A.

Walt Disney World Parade Celebrates Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees

February 12, 2010 West Center Street

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Feb. 8 /PRNewswire/ — The Magic Kingdom Philharmonic Band came marching down Main Street, U.S.A. Monday behind New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees. He was riding in a pewter convertible with Mickey Mouse, waving to cheering fans. He’d earned the ride – and the adulation – Sunday night by marching the Saints to a 31-17 victory over the Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl XLIV in South Florida. Celebrating Super Bowl heroes