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CBS News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Traditions continue at 71st Westmoreland Fair
Friday was the first day of the Westmoreland Fair, one of the biggest events in the county. KDKA-TV stopped by to see all the food, rides and entertainment that's in store for families. Many people are continuing family traditions at the Westmoreland Fair. "It's grandkids day for us. The kids come out here every year," said Joseph Bartlow. There are plenty of reasons to smile at the Westmoreland Fairgrounds in Mount Pleasant Township. You can catch some thrills on the carnival rides. "The gators and trains," said Bartlow with his grandchild. "We like the rides, for sure. The Ferris wheel," said Haley Accamando. You can also make new friends at the petting zoo. They've got goats, cows, alpacas and more. And you can't forget to pig out on some of the fair's treats like candy apples, funnel cake and lemonade. "What do you think, the corndogs? The corndogs," Accamando said. "You walk through this place, and you can spend a ton on the food, and the kids like it. It gets them out of the house and away from computers," Bartlow said. There are also vendors selling flowers, baked goods and more. There are plenty of events to enjoy, too, like tractor pulls and demolition derbies. And 4-H members get to show off all their hard work at the animal shows. There's something for everyone all nine days at the fair, which has been a timeless tradition for 71 years. "Just making sure the kids have a good time. We're building a memory," said Bartlow. "We hope everybody comes out and enjoys it," Accamando said. The Westmoreland Fair ends Aug. 23. Tickets are $10 and include rides and parking. Kids age 2 and under get in free.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Yahoo
Man found dead in kangaroo, wallaby enclosure reportedly had 'history' of playing rough with animal
A man found dead with multiple blunt force injuries in a kangaroo and wallaby enclosure reportedly had a "history" of entering the space to play rough with one of the animals. The man — identified by officials as 52-year-old Eric Slate — was a relative of the animal's owner. He was killed on Friday evening in the fatal encounter that took place at 5 Star Farm, a South Carolina petting zoo located around 30 miles from Myrtle Beach, according to Fox Carolina. The animal believed to be responsible for Slate's death has not been euthanized, Horry County Councilmember Mark Causey told News13. Young Kangaroo Hops Around Florida Town After Brazen Escape, Owner Charged The 5 Star Farm petting zoo — which has events listed on its website dating back more than 15 years — features animals like camels, ponies, llamas and more, according to its website. Read On The Fox News App Florida Man, 89, And His Dog Mauled To Death By Black Bear In State's First Fatal Attack "The animal was not nor has been out of his secure enclosure," Robert Slate, owner of 5 Star Farm, wrote on Facebook. "At this time we do ask for respect and support for the family." The investigation is currently ongoing, and an autopsy has been ordered, according to Horry County Police. Pet Raccoon Caught With Meth Pipe In Its Mouth When Cops Pulled Over Ohio Woman: 'Expect The Unexpected' "There are a number of other animals at the incident location," Horry County Police said in a Facebook post. "All animals are accounted for and contained, and there is no risk to the community." The Horry County Police Department, the Horry County Coroner's Office and 5 Star Farm did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for article source: Man found dead in kangaroo, wallaby enclosure reportedly had 'history' of playing rough with animal
