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Wave Twister is a new ride set to open in Adventureland of Farmingdale as the amusement park prepares to open for the summer 2025 season.Photo courtesy of Adventureland

Adventureland, 2245 Broadhollow Road, Farmingdale is set for a fun 2025 summer season, starting on Wednesday, June 25. The park will be open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day (Barring a few delayed openings in July. Check website/social media for up-to-date operating information.)

“Adventureland is looking forward to hosting another thrilling year of family fun!” said Caitlin DiSclafani, Park Manager of Adventureland. “We are excited to launch our Sunset Savings Program this summer as well as our new Not Ms. Rachel Show that will take place on the Adventureland Stage. Team Fun, Royal Event’s Princess Parties, and Amazing Louie’s Magic Show are joining us again this summer to add smiles, laughter, and fun for kids of all ages with their entertaining shows and skills. Our partnerships with Nassau and Suffolk Libraries continue this summer, highlighting our commitment to the communities we serve, and the critical role local libraries play in our Long Island neighborhoods.”

New Ride: Wave Twister

The new family ride, ‘Wave Twister,’ will open this season. This first-of-its-kind ride in the United States was custom built for Adventureland. This new ride is part of ‘phase 2’ of the amusement park’s multi-year, five-phase $15 million redevelopment plan announced last year.

The track, which is shaped like a boomerang, fits into the ‘Legacy Corner,’ and will maximize the available space in that section. The ‘Wave Twister’ is a family ride. It was made in Switzerland by RES Rides—the same company that built the ‘FireBall’ ride. The boomerang-shaped track will simulate the motion and feel of riding on ocean waves. It will spin and travel over a track and reach heights of up to 60 feet at its peak. Although a ‘dry ride,’ it will have water elements consisting of fountains and mists. Two gondolas in a figure-eight shape complement this ride, which fits 20 riders per cycle. Riders must be 36″ tall (height of the average 4-year-old) to ride with adults, and 48″ tall (height of the average 8-year-old) to ride alone.

Entertainment Shows Returning by Popular Demand

There are plenty of entertaining shows lined up. New for this season is the Not Ms. Rachel Show (show dates will vary). Three shows returning this season by popular demand include the Royal Event’s Princess Parties on Thursdays to feature sing-a-longs on the Adventureland Stage and photo ops throughout the park. In addition, there will be engaging performances by Team Fun featuring jugglers and walking entertainers and Amazing Louie’s Magic Show.

Entertainment Show Schedule:

  • Not Ms. Rachel Show – June 28, July 12, and 26: 1 p.m., 2.p.m., and 3 p.m.
  • Royal Event’s Princess Parties – every Thursday starting June 26: 12:30-5:30
  • Team Fun – Fridays: 12 p.m.-3 p.m., and Saturdays: 5 p.m. -8 p.m.
  • Amazing Louie’s Magic Show – every Sunday: 2 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m.

Ticket Discount Deals:

There are more ways than ever to get discount offers on tickets this season via Sunset Savings, Alfie’s Last Call, Military Discounts, as well as through the Nassau/Suffolk Library partner programs.

  • Sunset Savings: Admissions purchased at the park after 5pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7/1 – 8/21 will be $27 per person plus tax. This reflects up to a 45% discount off regular admission. The $27 per person plus tax offer applies to all ages.
  • Nassau and Suffolk Libraries: $31.50 per person with vouchers available at Nassau/Suffolk libraries.
  • Military Discounts: Available online daily for active military and veterans.
  • Alfie’s Last Call: Available 2 hours before closing every day: $27 per person plus tax applies to all ages.
  • Catholic Health Employee discount: Available online. Additional discount on birthday party packages.

For more details, visit https://adventureland.us/.

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Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad detectives are investigating the death of a man who died in
police custody on June 23.

A detention attendant in the Sixth Precinct was monitoring the cell block when he noticed a prisoner,
Quinn Harrison, laying on a bench in the cell in an awkward position at approximately 9:40 p.m. The
detention attention notified the desk sergeant. Officers then began CPR and applied an automatic
external defibrillator. Members of Selden Rescue responded, continued CPR, and administered Narcan.
Harrison was transported by ambulance to Stony Brook University Hospital where he was pronounced
dead.

Harrison, 39, of Shirley, was being held overnight after being arrested earlier in the day on two bench
warrants and one count of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance 7th Degree.

Homicide Squad detectives, the Internal Affairs Bureau and The New York State Attorney General are
investigating.

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Suffolk County Police arrested a Patchogue man after he left his son in a parked vehicle during
extreme temperatures on June 24.

Sixth Precinct officers responded to the parking lot of Walmart, located at 161 Centereach Mall, at
approximately 1:40 p.m. after a good Samaritan called 911 to report a child sleeping in a parked 2007
Toyota Highlander that was not running with the windows open a few inches.

Officers were able to reach through the window to unlock the vehicle and remove the child. The boy, 2,
was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital for treatment.

As first responders were administering aid to the child, his father, Keniarold Andre, 36, of West
Woodside Ave., returned to the vehicle and was arrested. Andre was charged with Endangering the
Welfare of a Child.

The child was in the vehicle, unattended, for approximately 20 minutes and the outside temperature was
approximately 100 degrees. He will be released to a family member and Suffolk County Child Protective Services was notified.

Andre will be held at the Sixth Precinct and arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip on June 25.

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By Lynn Hallarman

Governor Hochul declared a state of emergency in 32 counties, including Suffolk County on June 22. Local temperatures on Tuesday, June 24, are forecast to reach a high of 95 degrees with a heat index—how the heat feels—as high as 105.  Hochul urged New Yorkers to “stay vigilant and safe” as extreme heat blankets the area.

When temperature and humidity soar, the result is not just discomfort— it can be life-threatening, especially for older adults and those with chronic health conditions. 

What is extreme heat? 

Extreme heat causes more deaths than all other weather-related hazards, including hurricanes, major floods and winter storms, according to the National Weather Service. 

The heat index measures how the body perceives extreme heat. Rising humidity combined with temperature makes it feel far hotter than a thermometer alone suggests. Heat Islands—or environments with a high concentration of cement—trap heat and intensify the danger. 

Signs of Heat Stress

Heat cramps are often the first sign of heat-related illness and can be accompanied by weakness, fatigue, headache, nausea and fainting. 

Heatstroke or hyperthermia is a life-threatening complication of heat stress that occurs when your body temperature rises to 104 degrees Fahrenheit or higher,  along with symptoms such as confusion, hot, dry skin, hallucinations, headache or nausea.  At this point, the body’s ability to regulate temperature breaks down, resulting in deadly spikes in core temperature. 

Heatstroke is a medical emergency. Call 911 immediately.  Move the person to a cool environment and apply cool cloths. Do not give fluids, according to medical advice from the National Weather Service. 

Who is most at risk?

Older adults are among the most impacted by extreme heat, as their ability to adapt to sudden heat declines. Additionally, symptoms of heatstroke can be subtle and easily missed in frail older adults; in fact, some older adults may not recognize they’re overheating. In this population, symptoms can be vague, sometimes appearing only as confusion or slurred speech. Untreated heatstroke can lead to death, especially in the older adult population, even in times when there isn’t an official heat wave declaration. 

Adults over the age of 65 make up the largest group of emergency room visits related to extreme heat events. People with chronic health conditions are also at greater risk of death during an extreme heat.  Certain medications, like some antidepressants,  can worsen the effects of high temperatures. In extreme heat, deaths may also occur from heart attacks or worsened respiratory conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma. 

Dangerous misconceptions

Never rely on a fan as your main cooling source when it is very hot and humid for extended periods.  Do not wait until extreme signs of heat appear, especially in older adults. Once the body’s core temperature regulation fails during heatstroke, it can be difficult or impossible to reverse.

How to prepare

Always have a plan in place for dealing with a heatwave. Most importantly, stay indoors as much as possible and drink plenty of water—do not wait until you are thirsty. 

Older adults should identify a nearby cooling center or ensure at least one room in the home has an air conditioning unit. A fan is not enough. Never leave a child or pet in a hot car– even for five minutes. 

To learn more about how extreme heat affects older adults, go to https://www.cdc.gov/heat-health/risk-factors/heat-and-older-adults-aged-65.html

Lynn Hallarman is a physician and the former director of palliative care at Stony Brook medicine. 

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Suffolk County Police arrested a Kings Park man on June 23 for stalking a Suffolk County legislator outside of his home last week.

Legislator Robert Trotta reported to police that between June 16 and June 18 a white 1989 Chevrolet pickup truck parked in the driveway of his Northport home on more than one occasion and revved its engine to intimidate him and his family. The incident was reported to police on June 19.

Following an investigation by Major Case Unit detectives, Joshua Smith was arrested today on Indian Head Road in Kings Park at approximately 5:45 p.m. Smith, 47, of Burr Ave., was charged with Stalking 4th Degree, a misdemeanor. He was released on a Desk Appearance Ticket and is scheduled to appear at First District Court in Central Islip on a later date.

When questioned, Trotta’s political opponent Smithtown Town Supervisor Ed Wehrheim said that the man was a friend of his daughter’s.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Major Case Unit detectives at 631-852-6555.

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In celebration of its 30th anniversary, the endlessly quotable, always fashionable, hilariously iconic 90s rom-com Clueless returns to select theaters nationwide on Sunday, June 29 and Monday, June 30, courtesy of Fathom Entertainment and Paramount Pictures. 

Starring Alicia Silverstone, Paul Rudd, Stacey Dash, and Brittany Murphy, the 1995 film is a modern adaptation of Jane Austen’s 1815 novel Emma. 

Cher (Alicia Silverstone) is the most popular and glamorous girl at Beverly Hills High. Although she may be the envy of scheming Betties and persistent Barneys, she has an innate drive to help those less fortunate, especially when it comes to love. Despite her total confidence in knowing what’s best for others, Cher is totally clueless when it comes to her own heart.

Each screening features an exclusive introduction by cinema critic and historian Leonard Maltin, discussing the landmark film’s timeless appeal and offering special insight into the classic motion picture.

Locally the film will be screened at AMC Loews Stony Brook 17, Island Cinema de Lux in Holtsville and Showcase Cinema de Lux in Farmingdale. To purchase tickets in advance, visit www.fathomentertainment.com. 

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The Centereach High School robotics team at the convention. Photo courtesy the Middle Country Central School District
A scene from the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship. Photo courtesy of Middle Country Central School District
The Centereach High School robotics team at the convention. Photo courtesy the Middle Country Central School District
A scene from the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship. Photo courtesy of Middle Country Central School District
The Centereach High School robotics team at the convention. Photo courtesy the Middle Country Central School District
A scene from the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship. Photo courtesy of Middle Country Central School District

The Centereach High School robotics team showcased their engineering prowess and technology skills at the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship, held May 9–11 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas.

The prestigious international event welcomed over 840 teams from more than 45 countries, uniting the world’s top young engineering minds in a celebration of creativity, collaboration and innovation.  

Centereach’s team, named the CouGears, a play on their district mascot the Cougar, participated in the highly competitive Engineering Division where they stood out for their technical acumen and collaborative spirit. Their outstanding sportsmanship and commitment to excellence earned them the coveted Worlds Sportsmanship Award, a distinction given to teams that exemplify kindness, respect and teamwork both on and off the competition field.

“This recognition is a testament to the dedication and character of our students,” said Centereach High School Principal Tom Bell. “Their passion for STEM and ability to work together under pressure was on full display. We couldn’t be prouder.”

The CouGears’ success at the world championship is the culmination of months of preparation and problem-solving, reinforcing Centereach High School’s commitment to STEM education and hands-on learning opportunities.

For more information regarding the Middle Country Central School District and its students’ many achievements, please visit the District’s website: https://www.mccsd.net/.

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Route 347 and Nicolls Road overview in Stony Brook.

By William Stieglitz

The New York State Department of Transportation, in cooperation with local officials, is considering multiple design proposals for an overpass bridge at the intersection of Nicolls Road and Route 347, including  a new “preferred alternative” design that is distinct from the two designs previously made available to the public.

These previous proposals, explained Brookhaven Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich (D-Stony Brook), included a diamond design and a clover design. The diamond design, similar to the intersection of Nicolls Road and Middle Country Road, would have an overpass providing straight passage for one road, but would require a traffic light for the perpendicular road underneath. “It would only solve half the traffic problem, not all of it,” said Kornreich.

The proposed clover shaped design. This rendering portrays ramps and would not require traffic lights. Photo courtesy Brookhaven Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich

The clover design, similar to the intersection of the Long Island Expressway and Nicolls Road, would feature looped ramps and no traffic lights. However, this would require more space, placing the ramps directly behind some homes. 

“It would affect a small number of people in a negative way,” said Kornreich. “However, for the vast majority of people, the thousands and thousands of people who use that intersection every day, by having the full clover leaf, now there are no lights at that intersection.”

The “preferred alternative” design, explained NYS Assemblymember Rebecca Kassay (D–Port Jefferson), was initially shown to her in May when she met with the DOT. The new design, she was told, “resulted from internal DOT conversations about design feasibility and traffic needs.”

Since that meeting, she has emailed the DOT with a list of questions regarding details of the design and plans to engage the public with updated information.  She asked if there is statistical data to support one design over the other two as well as accessibility differences for ambulances and commuters. 

She advocated for sound walls to prevent residents and businesses from being impacted by additional traffic noise, as well as landscape installations that could help drainage, water quality and beautification. Furthermore, she requested visual references of designs of other NYS DOT bridges for community consideration.

“My office has been coordinating closely with residents who have worked for many years to keep this intersection clean and welcoming for our community,” said Kassay. “I am grateful for the passion they have for our community and their willingness to go above and beyond to care for Nicolls Road and Route 347.”

Three Village Civic Association President Charles Tramontana said that while the DOT has been in contact with Kassay and Kornreich, the DOT had not been meeting with them regarding this phase of the project, and that they are awaiting updates. “We definitely have questions,” he said, referencing how he’d want to know how the chosen proposal would affect the clearing of woods and its aesthetic ramifications. 

Tramontana said the lack of communication presented a problem, citing as an example the DOT recently removing trees from the north side of the intersection, without the association being told it would happen beforehand. Tramontana said, “In everything, we always strive to have good communication so that there’s no surprises, there’s no rumors, everybody knows exactly what’s going to take place. That’s what we’re looking to facilitate as a civic association.”

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Photo from Town of Smithtown

With the National Weather Service issuing a Heat Advisory through Tuesday, June 25 at 8 p.m., Town of Smithtown officials are taking proactive steps to ensure the safety and comfort of residents during the extreme weather.

On Monday, June 23, the Smithtown Senior Center will operate as a designated Cooling Center. Supervisor Ed Wehrheim, in coordination with the Department of Public Safety and key support staff, have made special arrangements to open the facility to residents in need of relief from the heat. Residents who would like to utilize the cooling center are encouraged to call (631) 360-7553 to make arrangements.

In addition, all Town beaches and water parks will remain open until 8 p.md. Although the Landing Country Club pool was originally scheduled to open to the public this weekend, Supervisor Wehrheim—with the full support of the Town Council—has made an executive decision to open the pool early and extend its hours until 8 p.m. on June 23.

“It’s going to be a hot and humid few days. We want to ensure the health and quality of life for everyone, especially our most vulnerable residents. It is with this in mind, that our Public Safety Department has made special arrangements to make sure our seniors have a cool place to come to. Additionally, families can take advantage of extra hours at the beach, pool and in our splash parks located all around town. A special thanks to our Public Safety Chief, Thomas J. Lohmann, our Senior Center Director, Doreen Perrino, Our Parks Director Joe Arico, Recreation Director Brandon Brandon Modrov and the support staff from these departments for dropping everything to ensure this dog day of Summer is cool and comfortable for all of our residents,” said Smihtown Town Supervisor Ed Wehrheim.

Seniors can make arrangements ahead of time by contacting the Smithtown Department of Public Safety today at 631-360-7553. Residents are asked to check on elderly neighbors and pass along this information.

 

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Local leaders at the Lawrence Aviation Site on June 2. Photo by Sabrina Artusa

Local stakeholders wait with bated breath as the June 30th deadline for the MTA to close on purchasing 40 acres of the closed Lawrence Aviation site approaches. Each passing day chips away at the possibility of a new railyard that would enable the electrification of the Port Jefferson Rail line. 

The Superfund site has been eradicated of the toxic pollutants that degraded the soil and water and is nearly cleared from the registry. Part of it will be used as a solar farm and part will be preserved as open space. The missing piece is in the hands of the MTA and DOT. 

Despite pressure from local stakeholders and politicians and the near absence of any pushback or even hesitation from the community, the plan stalls. A year ago this month, the DOT and MTA had a deadline for the MTA to purchase the property. Two extensions and 12 months later, little, except for the mounting impatience from the community, has changed.

In order for the MTA to move forward, the DOT, which currently owns a section of the Greenway that would need rerouting before construction can begin, must provide permission.

Business owners, environmentalists, legislators, town, county and state politicians are all rallying for a common cause: the benefit of the Long Island community. 

The delay causes numerous problems: it keeps commuters riding on with an inadequate and dated mode of transportation; it prevents electrification, which would be quieter and reduce pollution and it keeps the frequency of train travel on the current schedule, instead of increasing the number of trips.

The site has been in limbo for a year and is priced at only $10–such is the Suffolk County Landbanks’ desire for a deal. Now, the DOT needs to reach an agreement with the MTA allowing them access to the land that would facilitate the sale and enable the construction of a railyard. Local officials like Assemblywoman Rebecca Kassay (D–Port Jefferson) are advocating with state officials, including Governor Kathy Hochul (D). With her help, perhaps the DOT and MTA can reach an agreement before this opportunity chugs away on an outdated line, in a plume of diesel smoke. 

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