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Matthew Perry Foundation established for late 'Friends' actor to help people with addiction
Read full article: Matthew Perry Foundation established for late 'Friends' actor to help people with addictionLess than a week after his death, a foundation has been established in the name of Matthew Perry to help people dealing with addiction.
State inspectors, Clay County Fair operators ensure safety of rides before opening day
Read full article: State inspectors, Clay County Fair operators ensure safety of rides before opening dayWith the gates of the Clay County fair scheduled to open Thursday afternoon -- one week after a teenager fell to his death from an Orlando thrill ride -- ride safety is on the minds of many.
14-year-old boy who died after falling from Orlando thrill ride identified by Orange County sheriff
Read full article: 14-year-old boy who died after falling from Orlando thrill ride identified by Orange County sheriffA 14-year-old boy died late Thursday in a fall from a thrill ride in the Orlando tourist district, deputies said.
Ride failed inspection before opening of Jacksonville fair
Read full article: Ride failed inspection before opening of Jacksonville fairThe Dizzy Dragon ride at the Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair has not been allowed to operate since it failed inspection Thursday, before the fair officially kicked off that evening, due to a list of problems that could compromise rider safety, according to an inspection report.
2 teens rescued from Kissimmee slingshot ride after cable breaks
Read full article: 2 teens rescued from Kissimmee slingshot ride after cable breaksKISSIMMEE, Fla. – Two teens were rescued from the Old Town Slingshot ride in Kissimmee after one of the cables broke Thursday night, according to the Osceola County Fire Rescue. Crews said a non-load-bearing cable broke during the ride. (WKMG)The ride was about 30 to 40 feet in the air during the rescue. Investigators said as a safety precaution the ride can’t lower the pod below 30 feet when the cable is not functioning. Click here to read more.