Ready to roll at Kennywood Park
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April 18, 2026

Ready to roll at Kennywood Park

Park employees test ride the Sky Rocket roller coaster Friday afternoon as Kennywood Park in West Mifflin prepares to open today. Jeff Helsel / Mon Valley Independent

Brent Corey, lead maintenance technician for Phantom’s Revenge, inspects a coaster car Friday afternoon as Kennywood Park crews prepare for opening day Saturday. Phantom’s Revenge is celebrating its 25th anniversary this season at the West Mifflin amusement park. Jeff Helsel / MVI

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