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Group of adults posing outdoors with a green dragon mascot; several hold framed certificates at an event stage.
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Playland Hosts Annual Day for People With Disabilities

Individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers enjoy day of unlimited rides and activities Wednesday at Rye amusement park.
Gold FBI badge in a black leather holder with an eagle emblem
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Undercover Cops Nab Somers Man for Impersonating FBI Agent at Playland

John Fiore charged with criminal impersonation on July 4, after allegedly telling police he and his dog had been shot in the line of duty.

Playland to Light Up Night Sky with Rescheduled Fourth of July Fireworks

Commemorative fireworks display set for 9 p.m. Friday after storms dampened park's Independence Day celebration last weekend.
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County Extends Playland Pool and Beach Hours Ahead of Wednesday Heat Wave

Playland Pool & Beach in Rye will be open 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. with the last entry at 7 p.m.
White, Art Deco–style building along a wooden boardwalk on a sunny day; a large teal banner reads Westchester Children's Museum/Center on the wall to the right.
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Children’s Museum Celebrates 10 Years of Growth

The Westchester Children’s Museum is familiar with challenges — the first being its space on Playland boardwalk.
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Playland’s Best Friend Has Big Dreams for the Amusement Park

The “Friends of Rye Playland,” which started three months ago, has 90 members, with creator Robin Latimer seeking nonprofit status for group.
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins with Coaster the Dragon.
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After a Bumpy 2025, County Hopes Return of Dragon Coaster Contributes to Smooth Season at Playland Park

Historic Rye amusement park reopens Saturday, coming off a year with a change in ownership and just 213,000 visitors – less than half of pre-COVID levels.
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Playland Tower Sustains Damage from High Winds

The area behind the tower has been temporarily closed to cars and pedestrians following Monday night's storm.
Front page at Playland
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Playland to Open Memorial Day Weekend, Ride Availability Still Uncertain

Beloved Dragon Coaster will be up and running for opening day on May 23, but status of multiple other rides remains unclear.
Workers get the famed roller coaster ready for summer.
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Playland’s Iconic Dragon Coaster Getting Back on Track

After being shuttered for entire 2025 season, park's biggest attraction will reopen this year.

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