'There was a lot of fear': Mom, fire chief describe drama after Adventureland ride suddenly stopped

Chief who led rescue said the Wave Twister was stuck "in the worst possible spot" based on accessibility and the ride's position in a high point of the track.

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Upcoming Events

Alzheimer's Disease Support Group

Jun23

The Alzheimer's Disease Resource Center (ADRC) will provide emotional support and education for family members to better understand and manage Alzheimer's disease, register

Where

Lindenhurst Memorial Library

1 Lee Ave.

Lindenhurst, NY

Phone

631-957-7755

Price

free

Solstice

Jun26

Debut Theater Company of Long Island will perform the original comedy "Solstice," register

Where

BACCA Arts Center

149 N. Wellwood Ave.

Lindenhurst, NY

Phone

631-261-8739

Price

$25, $20 seniors

Lantern Theatre: Hidden Identities

Jun27

6 one-act plays all written by local Long Island playwrights and centered around hidden identities, cardholders only, register

Where

Lindenhurst Memorial Library

1 Lee Ave.

Lindenhurst, NY

Phone

631-957-7755

Price

free

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