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Construction on downtown ice rink begins Tuesday

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Monday, November 7, 2011

(Updated 11:39 am)

By Donald W. Patterson
Staff Writer

GREENSBORO — Construction will begin Tuesday on what organizers have called the largest downtown, outdoor ice skating rink in the state.

Based on last year's measurements, officials with Piedmont Winterfest say the rink at Festival Park will be larger than similar attractions in Raleigh and Charlotte.

Organizers say the rink, which will open Nov. 16 and run through Jan. 29, will measure 65 by 85 feet, compared to 40 by 85 feet last year.

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Joseph Rodriguez (News & Record)

Photo Caption: Downtown lights surround the ice-skating rink in Festival Park during Piedmont Winterfest. A larger rink will be used this year.

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ustaxpayer

November 7, 2011 - 2:13 pm EST

Wow....Like Greensboro could ever compete with Raleigh or Charlotte...

I want to know who is paying for it this year..TAXPAYERS???

Andrewb

November 17, 2011 - 5:46 pm EST

I think it's a great thing whoever is paying. Sounds like ustaxpayer needs to move to Raleigh or Charlotte. I don't thing Greensboro is trying to compete, just have a little fun. Or should we all just sit around and mope because we're not Raleigh or CHarlotte?