I guess the new PR trend is don't tell anyone a ride is leaving until the season is done....

https://www.wtae.com/article/kennywood-par-thomas-town-end/63400506?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2eXaQ-2A906Ymm38PXDLh_JC_fEOF1UrIfhmXh-ySuIIxEM7Vvhf8Kw9Y_aem_w8ZEEkGJEGP9fHliY_eAaw

It says the new area will feature five rides, and currently, Thomas Town has five rides. I imagine that it will be a new theme for the area, versus rides being removed. 

Honestly, while it was a good addition, seemed odd that it was only 5 rides and the rest of the kiddie rides weren't included. 

Here are some highlights from the Thomas addition:

Thomas Town Ride Goes Off The Tracks At Kennywood

 

Kennywood's Thomas train ride closed after 2nd derailment

 

Exclusive: Get a first look at Kennywood’s Thomas Town

I can't find it, but I vividly remember the Thomas Shell caused the engine to overheat and the train was down for a bit. Trying to find that article. 

Now’s their chance to get back into the Garfield game. 

This was always a strange fit for Kennywood, and it's a shame that this will end up being something like a Whistlestop Park.

Kennywood announces "Kennywood Junction" replacing the former Thomas Town.

https://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/news/kennywood-junction-new-themed-area/