There’s just something magical about old-school Coney Island. Maybe it’s the clackety sounds of the wooden roller coasters or ...

The explorer Henry Hudson, commanding the "Half-Moon," puts in at Coney Island before continuing into what is now called New York Harbor. According to tradition, his right-hand man, John Coleman ...

CONEY ISLAND — Spring has returned, which means that the opening of the two major Coney Island theme parks is right around the corner. Luna Park, the newer of the two, has announced that its ...

Coney Island’s iconic Luna Park will reopen its gates to thrill-seekers on Saturday, March 29, marking the start of its 2025 summer season. The season will kick off, as usual, with a ceremonial ...

It's a Coney Island tradition to christen the first Cyclone ride of the season with one of New York's indigenous egg creams. Chris White from The Seltzer Boys whipped them up for the crowd. He ...

BROOKLYN — GRAY seal pups have started appearing on Coney Island’s shoreline, marking the start of seal season, experts noted this week. Hans Walters of the New York Aquarium said these pups ...

In the early 1900s, Coney Island enticed New Yorkers to visit with its bathing pavilions, seaside resorts and amusement park. The Great Depression took its toll on the fun-loving spot, causing ...