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Palisades Exhibit at the Fort Lee Museum
June 2007
Relive the memories of the Park in living color.

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Fort Lee Crowns Little Miss America 2007
June 2007
And the winner is...

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Irving Rosenthal and Gladys Shelley
April 2007
An inside look at two important figures in the history of Palisades

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Little Miss America: Returns in 2007
April 2007
Fort Lee brings the popular Little Miss America Pageant back again in 2007...

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Kenny & Palisades Amusement Park
February 2007
Here's a GREAT short story about Palisades and a boy named Kenny.

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Gus Lesnevich: Cliffside Park's Hometown Hero
October 2006
Boxing fans will know the name of Gus Lesnevich. But did you know he was also a lifeguard at the Palisades salt water pool?

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Sonny Fox vs. Park Security
August 2006
If you remember Sonny Fox from TV's Wonderama, this is a MUST READ!

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Miss American Teen-Ager
April 2006
The story of the Miss American Teen-Ager pageant at Palisades.

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Night in an Amusement Park
September 2005
This is a beautifully written piece by Park employee, Russ Perry. It's a tale about a night watchman. 

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Why did the Palisades Amusement Park attract so many tourists?
June 2005
11-year old, Christina, wrote this report for school. It's terrific!

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Little Miss America: Back in 2005
April 2005
Fort Lee brings the popular Little Miss America Pageant back again in 2005...

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Upcoming Book Recalls Palisades
October 2004
In an upcoming book, Gary Alexander Azerier recalls the days when he and his father journeyed to Palisades Amusement Park. 

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The Return Of Palisades Amusement Park
August 2004
Fort Lee Celebrates It's Centennial By Recreating The Amusement Park For Two Magical Days

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Little Miss America Returns in 2004
July 2004
The world's most adorable beauty pageant returns one more time in Fort Lee celebration...

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The Little Miss America Pageants
January 2004
Here's the story of the classic beauty pageant for little ladies... The Little Miss America Pageant.

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A Quick Look at Palisades' Roller Coasters.
February 2003
Ever wonder how high the Cyclone roller coaster was? Here's the answer to that question and much more.

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Where did all the rides go?
January 2003
So many people ask what happened to all the rides after Palisades closed in 1971. Here is where you can find out.

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The World's Largest Salt Water Pool... 
or was it?

A simple letter to the editor in the Asbury Park Press becomes a personal quest to defend the honor of the famous Palisades pool.

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Frank Goodale: Boy Aeronaut
The story of the world's youngest boy aeronaut and his frequent flights across the Hudson River.

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Point Restaurant Pays Tribute to Amusement Park
The Point, a landmark restaurant in the area for four decades, has re-opened with an all new decor, including a huge Palisades Amusement Park mural in the main dining room as well as a breathtaking 3-wall mural high above the main entrance.

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The History of Palisades Amusement Park
In 1898, a New Jersey picnic grove became the catalyst for one of the greatest amusement parks of the century. Here is the story of the life of Palisades Amusement Park

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Artist Ann Reeves Captures the Spirit of Palisades
July 1999
In July 1999, New Jersey folk artist, Ann Reeves created a loving tribute to the Park on the Palisades.

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Palisades Memorial Opens To The Public
Sat. Sep 26, 1998
On Saturday, September 26, 1998, a fitting tribute was officially dedicated to the memory of Palisades Amusement Park on the grounds once occupied by the famous fun center.

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Palisades Amusement Park: PBS Documentary
Sat. Mar 14, 1998
The long-awaited documentary premiered on March 14, 1998 on Thirteen/WNET, New York. The prime-time special is a thrilling ride into the heart of a classic American amusement park - New Jersey's Palisades Amusement Park. Now available for the home video market.

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Palisades Amusement Park: A Century of Fond Memories - The Book
Fri. Nov. 24, 1995
With its two hundred pages and a foreword by the legendary Cousin Bruce Morrow, this oversized coffee table book captures every fond memory of the famous New Jersey fun spot: the vinegar-soaked french fries, the Tunnel of Love, the world's largest outdoor salt water pool, and so much more.

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