Astroland

Taking a nostalgic ride on the world's oldest roller coasters

2011-07-18 05:15:00

Reporting from Lakemont Park in Altoona, Pa.-- My current� travels across the great American roller-coaster belt will put me aboard five of the oldest operating coasters in the world, including the very oldest at little Lakemont Park here in Altoona....

Coney Island's future looks like a tug of war

2009-07-12 00:00:00

Ah, summer at Coney Island: Carnies beckoning passersby to try their luck shooting the freak. Wild screams coming from the Cyclone coaster. Elephants taking on humans to see who can eat the most hot dog buns. But the rollicking, somewhat seedy beachfront...

Is the ride at Coney Island really over this time?

2008-09-01 00:00:00

This summer could mark the end of Coney Island's historic Astroland amusement park. But years of back-and-forth bickering among a developer, city officials and ride operators over the park's future leaves residents wondering if the closure threat is...

City To Pay $95.6 Million For Land In Coney Island

2009-11-12 05:59:00

Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg is set to announce details of city's $95.6 million deal to purchase 6.9 acres in Coney Island on Thursday. It is an important step for the city to move forward with their plan to revitalize the Brooklyn amusement park district...

Amusement parks in the city

2006-05-26 00:00:00

Ramp up your adrenaline and rattle your bones on one of the city's many thrill rides. BROOKLYN Astroland Amusement Park (718) 372-0275 1000 Surf Ave (corner of W. 10th St.) Located on the Coney Island Boardwalk, Astroland is home to the world...

8 great American cities

2006-05-07 00:00:00

What is a great city? It's a city that, when you're in the heart of it, you know exactly where you are. New York is a great city. Boston is a great city. San Francisco is a great city. New Orleans is, still. Inside, we've chosen a few of America's best...

Beaches in NYC

2004-05-14 11:41:23

The city's Parks Department maintains 14 miles of beaches, all of which are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Lifeguards are usually on duty from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Here are some suggestions for finding surf 'n' sun in the city: ORCHARD BEACH Pelham Bay...

Coney Island / Brighton / Manhattan beaches

2004-07-01 12:52:12

Coney Island 718-946-1350 2-mile long boardwalk, New York Aquarium, rides, eateries; outdoor spray showers The most famous of all New York City's beaches, Coney Island can be a unique experience. The wide strip of beach gets so crowded on hot, weekend...

The Cyclone roller coaster at Astroland in Coney Island , N.Y.

2011-06-30 17:29:42

Built in 1927 at Coney Island's Astroland in Brooklyn , N.Y., the Cyclone coaster was condemned and nearly destroyed in the early 1970s until a campaign saved the ride.

2011-06-24 16:34:37

6. Luna Park opened over the summer with new rides and renewed promise that New York City officials hoped signals the return of Coney Island to its glory days.

2010-12-03 14:52:47