Coney Island

In just a little over an hour, you can be transported from the glitz and glamor of Manhattan to the old-school amusement of Brooklyn's storied Coney Island. The destination offers thrills, sun, surf and a unique brand of entertainment that will feel worlds away from the rest of the City.

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Rendering of The Coney.

Let’s help Coney Island live up to its promise as a destination playground

May 6 | Dick Zigun

In November 2023, the Coney Island Brewery closed its doors — citing the seasonal nature of the area’s economy as one of the hurdles to finding a path to profitability. They certainly aren’t the first business in Coney Island to be hamstrung by this reality and likely will not be the last. We’ve lost too […]

The Columbian Lawyers Association of Brooklyn and its President, Yolanda Guadagnoli (right), welcomed Justices Connie Mallafre Melendez (left) and Hon. Ellen Spodek (center) as its guest speakers during its CLE meeting this month. Brooklyn Eagle photos by Mario Belluomo

Brooklyn justices delve into medical malpractice law at Columbian Lawyers CLE event

April 12 | Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

At the Columbian Lawyers Association of Brooklyn’s monthly Continuing Legal Education (CLE) meeting, held at Gargiulo’s Restaurant in Coney Island on Wednesday, April 3, esteemed Kings County Supreme Court Justices Hon. Ellen Spodek and Hon. Connie Mallafre Melendez discussed intricate medical malpractice issues, providing valuable insights on a slew of pivotal cases. During their presentation, […]

From left: Virginia Chieco, director of development and communication for NIA (in glasses); Councilman Justin Brannan; Michael Bove, NIA president and founder; and guests.Brooklyn Eagle photo by Wayne Daren Schneiderman

Unsung women honored at luncheon gala sponsored by Councilman Brannan and NIA network

March 28 | Wayne Daren Schneiderman

CONEY ISLAND — “Celebrating the Changemakers,” a Women’s History Month luncheon, was held at Gargiulo’s Restaurant (2911 West 15th Street) Saturday afternoon — presented by Councilman Justin Brannan in partnership with NIA Community Services Network (a Brooklyn-based non-profit youth organization).   The architect of the event, Charlene Batts, who is director of strategic initiatives and public […]