The amusement park is 100 years old! Every year ahead of the summer season inspectors from DOB's Elevator Unit head to Coney Island to inspect the amusement park rides to make sure that they are ...

CONEY ISLAND, Brooklyn -- Luna Park, home to Coney Island's famous Cyclone roller coaster, drew a loyal, enthusiastic crowd to its annual opening ceremonies. Coney Island's self-proclaimed monarch ...

That’s because the day marks the “Blessing of the Rides” and the official season opening of Deno’s Wonder Wheel Amusement Park in Coney Island. The tradition continues this coming Sunday, April 13.

As Coney Island amusement parks prepare to open for the season, park owners are worried about the controversial casino proposal. With a fresh coat of paint and a little work, the famed swinging ...