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Coney Island tragedy: mother sentenced to 20-to-life for drowning her three children
crime6 days ago

Coney Island tragedy: mother sentenced to 20-to-life for drowning her three children

A New York mother, Erin Merdy, pleaded guilty to three counts of first-degree murder for drowning her three children—ages 7, 4, and 3 months—at Coney Island in September 2022 and was sentenced to 20 years to life in prison; prosecutors said she took the trio to the beach after midnight and left their bodies along the shoreline, with family and authorities discovering them days later as relatives expressed heartbreak and the court emphasized accountability.

via CNN|
#brooklyn#coney-island#crime
Brooklyn Mother Sentenced to 20 Years for Drowning Her Children at Coney Island
crime6 days ago

Brooklyn Mother Sentenced to 20 Years for Drowning Her Children at Coney Island

A Brooklyn mother, Erin Merdy, 34, pleaded guilty to three counts of first-degree murder and was sentenced to 20 years to life after drowning her three children — Zachary (7), Liliana (4), and Oliver (3 months) — in the Atlantic off Coney Island in 2022, amid a bitter custody dispute with her ex-husband; authorities recovered the bodies and the case highlighted allegations of neglect and a failed child-protection response.

via The New York Times|
#brooklyn#coney-island#crime
Ex-NBA Star Sebastian Telfair Returns to Projects After Earning $19M
entertainment5 months ago

Ex-NBA Star Sebastian Telfair Returns to Projects After Earning $19M

Former NBA player Sebastian Telfair, who earned around $19 million during his career, has returned to live in the projects of Coney Island after facing legal troubles, divorce, and financial difficulties that depleted his wealth, highlighting the fragility of sudden wealth and the impact of personal and legal issues on financial stability.

via Yahoo Finance|
#coney-island#entertainment#legal-issues
Joey Chestnut to Compete in 2025 Nathan’s Hot Dog Contest After 2024 Ban
sports11 months ago

Joey Chestnut to Compete in 2025 Nathan’s Hot Dog Contest After 2024 Ban

Joey Chestnut, the 16-time champion of Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, is returning to the competition after being banned last year due to a sponsorship conflict involving a rival brand. Chestnut, known for his record-breaking performances and multiple world records, will compete this July 4th, rekindling excitement for the event, which is a major American cultural tradition and sporting spectacle.

via NPR|
#competitive-eating#coney-island#hot-dog-record
"Cincinnati's Summerfair Finds New Home at Riverbend Park After Coney Island Closure"
arts-and-entertainment2 years ago

"Cincinnati's Summerfair Finds New Home at Riverbend Park After Coney Island Closure"

Summerfair Cincinnati will return to the former Coney Island amusement park area for its 2024 event, following the park's closure last year. The art festival is scheduled to take place from May 31 to June 2. The site, now owned by Music and Event Management Inc., a subsidiary of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, is set to be transformed into a $118 million music venue and entertainment campus with modern amenities.

via The Cincinnati Enquirer|
#art-festival#arts-and-entertainment#coney-island
"NYC Subway Faces Pressure After Second Derailment in Brooklyn"
transportation2 years ago

"NYC Subway Faces Pressure After Second Derailment in Brooklyn"

A subway train derailed near the West 8th Street-New York Aquarium station in Coney Island, causing disruptions on the F and G lines. This marks the second NYC subway derailment of 2024, following a recent collision and derailment on the Upper West Side. The cause of the derailment is unclear, but NYC Transit President Richard Davey stated that the train was moving at a reduced speed through a construction zone when it derailed. The NTSB has expressed interest in investigating the incident, and the MTA aims to have full service on the line restored in time for rush hour on Thursday morning.

via Gothamist|
#coney-island#derailment#mta
"NYC Subway Chaos: Second Derailment Disrupts F Train Service in Brooklyn"
transportation2 years ago

"NYC Subway Chaos: Second Derailment Disrupts F Train Service in Brooklyn"

A subway train derailed on an elevated track near the aquarium on Coney Island, impacting F train service in Brooklyn. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the derailment is under investigation. MTA officials aim to restore service for the morning rush, with limited shuttle bus service currently available between Avenue X and Coney Island-Stillwell Ave. This incident follows a recent derailment of a No. 1 train in Manhattan, and transit authorities are working to address these issues.

via WABC-TV|
#coney-island#derailment#f-train
"Multiple Subway Train Derailments Cause Chaos in Brooklyn"
transportation2 years ago

"Multiple Subway Train Derailments Cause Chaos in Brooklyn"

An F train derailed in Coney Island, prompting the evacuation of 37 individuals without any reported injuries. The incident disrupted F train service in Brooklyn, and officials are investigating the cause, with initial focus on a possible track issue. The MTA aims to restore full service before Thursday morning's rush hour and has expressed confidence in the subway system despite recent derailments.

via 1010 WINS|
#coney-island#derailment#f-train
"Coney Island's Fate Hangs in Balance Amid Protests and Sale for New Venue"
local-news-culture-and-history2 years ago

"Coney Island's Fate Hangs in Balance Amid Protests and Sale for New Venue"

Coney Island, a historic amusement park with a 137-year legacy in Cincinnati, is set to close on December 31, with plans to transform the site into a new music venue by Music and Event Management Inc., a subsidiary of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. The future of the park's landmarks, such as Sunlite Pool and Moonlite Gardens, is uncertain, sparking public and nonprofit calls for their preservation. An online petition has gathered tens of thousands of signatures, and the Cincinnati Preservation Association has urged for the preservation of these sites, which hold cultural and historical significance. The company has not yet detailed how it will honor the park's history, and the former owners have not commented on the reasons for the sale. The Devine family, with deep personal ties to the park, expresses disappointment over the closure and the short notice given to the public.

via The Cincinnati Enquirer|
#amusement-park#cincinnati#coney-island