With summer fast approaching, the opening of the historic Rye Playland, the 96-year-old amusement park that sits along the Long Island Sound, is in jeopardy.

Developers of the project say it would bring new energy and economic opportunity to the neighborhood. Some residents argue the area needs more green space and youth-oriented facilities instead.

As the future of Playland remains in limbo, here's a look at the history of the iconic amusement park in Westchester.

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NYC Parks is investing in the future and we need your help. Our volunteers help with forest and wetland restoration, planting and pruning street trees, harvesting and propagating native seed and ...

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