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CTV News
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Events to check out in Metro Vancouver this May long weekend
People ride the wooden roller coaster after an event marking its 65th anniversary at Playland at the Pacific National Exhibition grounds, in Vancouver, B.C., Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023. (Darryl Dyck / The Canadian Press)
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Westchester gearing up to open county pools in parks. What to know ahead of opening day
Summer is around the corner, and that means Westchester County parks' pools will soon be open for residents to make a splash. The county has put out schedules, hours of operation, usage and parking fees, and more for the 2025 season. Read on for what to know, and if you're Pool season runs June 27 through Sept. 1 at Saxon Woods pool in White Plains, Sprain Ridge pool in Yonkers, the Brook at Tibbetts Brook Park in Yonkers, and the Willson's Waves at Willson's Woods Park in Mount Vernon. Despite uncertainty surrounding Playland in Rye, the amusement park's pool, according to the county's online schedule, is slated to also open June 27 through Sept. 1. Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said the pool — rebuilt as part of the county's $150 million Playland infrastructure investment — will open at end of June. Pools will open 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at county parks, with no one admitted after 6 p.m. Good to know: Westchester County opening day for park beaches is May 24 Pool admission fees are $8 daily for a park pass holder or $5 at twilight. A park pass holder's guest (age 12 or older) is $10 daily or $6 at twilight, while a guest ages 3 to 11 is $4 daily and $3 at twilight. Ages 2 and under are admitted free. For a resident who does not have a park pass, it's $15 daily or $10 twilight, and the same for the non-pass holder's guests. Other fee scenarios, including for children of adults who don't have a park pass, are on the county's website. A park pass or county-residency proof with a valid New York driver's license is required at pools. There is a five-guest limit for each adult pass holder and non-park pass holder. You can learn more about how to get a . Parking fees apply at Saxon Woods picnic area and The Brook at Tibbetts. There is no parking fee at Willson's waves pool, the county website said. Rules at Westchester County pools are as follows: Children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult, and be actively supervised at all times in all areas of the facility. Obey lifeguards' and staff's decisions Observe pool depth markers and no-diving signs. Stay behind and clear of yellow safety lanes. Proper lined bathing suits are required to swim. No shorts, cutoffs, etc. Only a U.S. Coast Guard-approved floatation device is allowed as a swim aid. Only a clean T-shirt may be used as a cover up in pool. Bathing suit cover-ups are not allowed in the pool. The county said the following are prohibited: Diving Running, dunking, horseplay, rowdy or otherwise unruly behavior Swimming when lifeguards are not on duty Coolers larger than 12 inches in diameter or height Styrofoam coolers Alcoholic beverages and glass containers All pets (service animals are welcome) Loud radios Tubes, floats, masks, fins or other aquatic accessories Toys and ball playing of any kind except in designated areas All diapers (except waterproof swim diapers) Smoking anywhere within pool facilities Cell phone use in locker, changing or restrooms Picnic food in concession area Contributing: The Journal News/lohud's David McKay Wilson This article originally appeared on Rockland/Westchester Journal News: Summer 2025: When do Westchester NY pools open? What to know
CBS News
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Playland Amusement Park to open Memorial Day weekend free of charge
Playland Amusement Park will open Memorial Day weekend for free, according to Westchester County officials. But due to ongoing inspections, the number of rides that will be up and operating by the end of the month has yet to be determined. The decision to open for the 2025 season had been up in the air for quite some time as the park went back under the control of the county after a private operator terminated its management contract, leaving behind a backlog of maintenance issues. The county said the previous operator failed to winterize rides and left many disassembled. As a result, an outside firm was hired and is currently handling inspections and repairs, so it's not known how many rides will be available when the park opens. "The rides that will open, obviously, will be subject to whatever rules and regulations that the state Department of Labor decides can be open or not," County Executive Ken Jenkins said. Officials say after the free Memorial Day weekend there will not be an entry fee. Instead, park fees will be ride-based. Read more: "We are absolutely thrilled" Lovers of Playland say they have no problem with the beloved amusement park opening a few weeks later than normal. "It an institution," one person said. "It's so wonderful [for] the community, for everyone, for us oldsters that are daring," Yonkers resident Anne Butler said with a laugh. Yonkers mother of four Queenster Bosomtwi said she relies on Playland for her family outings. "We come here all the time, so it's thrilling they are opening the park again. As a parent, I am very, very happy," Bosomtwi said. Helene Mulholland of Yonkers said she grew up loving her trips to Playland and wants the same experience for her son. "I now have a 3-year-old son and I was sad that he wouldn't have the opportunity to experience Playland the way I did. We are absolutely thrilled to hear that we're gonna have our Playland back," Mulholland said.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fans Fear a 'Heartbreaking' Summer as Iconic N.Y. Amusement Park Playland Faces Uncertain 2025 Opening
A local government legal battle is jeopardizing the future of a nearly 100-year-old theme park in New York County officials in Westchester County, N.Y., are at odds with the management company Standard Amusements after theme park managers alleged that the local government did not honor its contracts and construction obligations. The county denies these claims Rye Playland is 96 years old and has been open every summer since since 1928, expect for 2020 during the COVID pandemic A historic New York theme park is in jeopardy after its management said that it may not be able to run it this summer — and longtime fans are in uproar. Rye Playland is a historic, 96-year-old, 280-acre amusement park that sits along the Long Island Sound in Rye, N.Y.— located about 30 miles outside Manhattan — that has been open every summer (other than 2020) since Calvin Coolidge was president and has even been featured in movies like Tom Hanks' Big and Fatal Attraction. Officials in the state's Westchester County are uncertain of the park's future, according to reports from Gothamist and Fox 5 NY, as the park's management, Standard Amusements had accused the county of improper conduct when it comes to their contract. Related: Mom Sues Disney for $2 Million After Claiming a 'Mammoth Wave' Injured Her in a Typhoon Lagoon Kiddie Pool: 'There Was Blood' Playland, Westchester County and Standard Amusements had a privatization deal that allowed the county to own the land that the park sits on while the company operates the park, per the outlets. Although Standard Amusements had signed a 30-year contract to manage Playland, the company has accused Westchester County of failing to finish construction and meet contractual deadlines — but the county is denying these claims, trigging a local government controversy. County officials are now speaking out about the deal, which they called "one-sided" and said that local taxpayers have been left to deal with the fallout. Westchester County communications director Catherine Cioffi criticized former county executives for brokering the deal that has cost taxpayers $125 million and left the park in "heartbreaking" condition, despite initially being promised as $30 million, in a statement to Gothamist. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'This is exactly what happens when someone with a radical ideology, no real experience, no financial skill, and no understanding of how budgets and contracts are built seeks an executive position,' she said. County Executive Ken Jenkins added during his "State of the County" address last week that he planned to open the theme park this week despite the controversy, according to the outlets, although he did not share specific dates. Related: Universal Announces 'Thrilling' New Theme Park, but It's Not in Florida or California "Playland is more than just a park; it is a cherished treasure, the crown jewel of Westchester — a place where memories are made, and community thrives," Jenkins said, per Gothamist. "Despite the legal challenges we face with Standard Amusements, on a bad deal handed to us by a previous administration, a deal that I ultimately voted against because it requires the county to repay all of Standard Amusements' investments, my intentions remain to open Playland for the 2025 season." The park typically opens on Mother's Day, which will be Sunday, May 11, 2025. The county also accused Standard Amusements of failing to properly conduct several safety checks, but the company denied those allegations to the Rockland/Westchester Journal News. 'As managers of Playland, Standard Amusements prioritized both the improvement and maintenance of rides to the highest standard, including the winterization of rides after the end of the 2024 season consistent with both previous years and industry standards," a spokesperson told the outlet in a statement. "This is yet another baseless claim from the County to try to distract from its own failures to prioritize Playland.' Locals in Westchester County have shared their disappointment more than anyone — as visiting the park has been a generations-long tradition for some families. "It would be heartbreaking," a Rye resident told Fox 5 of the prospect of the park not opening. "My husband's birthday is on Mother's Day, and [Playland is] where we were going to be," local grandmother Kathryn Burke, who wrote a book on a history of Playland in 2008, told the Journal News. "I don't think that's happening this year." Read the original article on People
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Playland amusement park opening in jeopardy: 'It would be heartbreaking'
The Brief A summer without Rye Playland is now a possibility. The historic amusement park has opened every summer, except for COVID, since Calvin Coolidge was president. But after the company that signed on to run the park abruptly ended its 30-year deal this winter, the park's future is still in jeopardy. WESTCHESTER COUNTY - With summer fast approaching, the opening of Rye Playland, the 96-year-old amusement park that sits along the Long Island Sound, is in jeopardy. What we know The historic Playland Park has opened every summer, except for COVID, since Calvin Coolidge was president. But after the company that signed on to run the park abruptly ended its 30-year deal this winter – just three years in – the park's future is still in jeopardy. The thought of not seeing Playland reopen is emotional for one Rye couple, who remember the days when admission was less than a dollar. "It would be heartbreaking," they said. The backstory Playland's roller-coaster ride began over a decade ago when Standard Amusements took on the project. In a controversial privatization deal, Westchester County would own the 280 acres of land, while Standard Amusements would run it. In the middle of winter, however, a sudden about-face – Standard Amusements at the time claimed the county did not meet construction obligations and missed contractual deadlines. The county has denied the allegations. What they're saying Meanwhile, Westchester County Communications director Catherine Cioffi puts the blame on the previous Republican administration, calling the deal to privatize it a "sweetheart deal" to "unload public treasures at the expense of our county's most cherished residents – our children." Cioffi goes on to say that county taxpayers are now on the hook to return 100% of Standard Amusements' investment, a whopping $125 million. In his state of the county address last week, County Executive Ken Jenkins still promised that Playland would open this summer in some form. When FOX 5 NY pressed the administration on what rides or attractions would be available, officials said they're still assessing – and with no set date yet. The other side In a statement, Christine Sculti, a Republican candidate for Westchester County executive, said, in part: "The operating agreement for Playland that recently collapsed is not the deal struck by the Astorino administration. That original 2015 agreement was supported by then-Legislator Ken Jenkins as part of a unanimous vote by the Board of Legislators."
