Coney Island

Part of the Narrative: Brooklyn Native Debuts Nuyorican Love Story STELLA & RAY

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Friday, June 16, 2023

Inspired by the Nuyorican movement , she set out to write a book that reflected her own voice and culture.

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  • Inspired by the Nuyorican movement , she set out to write a book that reflected her own voice and culture.
  • Drawing from her experiences as a Puerto Rican living in New York, she presents a debut novel to explore feelings of love and friendship.
  • Stella & Ray: A Nuyorican Love Story is a hopeful tale of true love and loss that stresses perseverance in the face of obstacles.
  • “And my hope is to inspire others to never give up on finding true love or fulfilling a dream.”
    Stella & Ray: A Nuyorican Love Story is available for purchase on Amazon.com , BarnesandNoble.com, Apple Books and other e-tailers.

NV5 Expands New York City Parks and Recreation Relationship with $11 Million Engineering and Planning Awards

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Monday, March 13, 2023

NV5 was selected for a three-year, $9 million contract to design civil and structural engineering improvements for facilities such as parks, recreation centers, piers, marinas, and waterfront structures.

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  • NV5 was selected for a three-year, $9 million contract to design civil and structural engineering improvements for facilities such as parks, recreation centers, piers, marinas, and waterfront structures.
  • This contract is NV5’s first engineering design agreement with the Department of Parks and Recreation and expands upon the landscape architecture, planning, and inspection services that NV5 currently provides to the agency.
  • NV5 was also awarded a $1.5 million contract to develop a phasing plan and design guidelines for The Coney Island Boardwalk Pre-Design Study.
  • “We look forward to continuing our support of New York City infrastructure improvements that serve the community and protect against climate change and sea level rise.”

Jackery Embodies the Christmas Spirit of Giving

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Monday, December 19, 2022

When grid power goes out, a Jackery portable power unit can literally keep warmth, light and hope alive.

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  • When grid power goes out, a Jackery portable power unit can literally keep warmth, light and hope alive.
  • Jackery saw this opportunity to help and donated a number of power units that were used for rescue operations, hospitals and communications.
  • With electrical infrastructure decimated, Jackery donated many solar generators to keep emergency power available to the brave first responders.
  • And again, Jackery responded with donations of its rugged and reliable products to help bring back a little piece of regular life.

Definitive Agreement to Acquire 1091 Pictures Signed by Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022

COS COB, Conn., March 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: CSSE) (“the Company”), one of the largest operators of streaming advertising-supported video-on-demand (“AVOD”) networks, today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire the assets of 1091 Media, LLC comprising its distribution business known as “1091 Pictures”. The purchase price is approximately $15.6 million in cash, Series A perpetual preferred stock and Class A common stock.

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  • Acquiring 1091 Pictures accelerates Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainments strategy to build the leading independent AVOD streaming service by approximately doubling the size of the Companys content catalogue.
  • This is the next evolution in our content library strategy, said Elana Sofko, chief strategy officer for Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment.
  • Brian Ross from Graubard Miller acted as exclusive legal advisor to Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc.
    Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: CSSE) (the Company) operates streaming video-on-demand networks (VOD).
  • Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment is a subsidiary of Chicken Soup for the Soul, LLC, which publishes the famous book series and produces super-premium pet food under the Chicken Soup for the Soul brand name.

Nathan's Famous® Teams Up With Kroger And Reigning Hot Dog Eating Champion Joey Chestnut For National Hot Dog Day Event

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

This past July 4, the beef frank connoisseur impressively went on to win his 14th Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, breaking his own record and consuming 76 hot dogs within 10 minutes.

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  • This past July 4, the beef frank connoisseur impressively went on to win his 14th Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, breaking his own record and consuming 76 hot dogs within 10 minutes.
  • Additionally, the brand is working to ensure that everyone can enjoy a hot dog this summer.
  • In its efforts, Nathan's Famous teamed up with Kroger to support the local community through a donation of more than 40,000 pounds of protein to the Freestore Foodbank.
  • "Additionally, we're thrilled to have our beloved hot dog eating champion Joey Chestnut here to celebrate this fun event with us."

Balloon Glow Returns to Coney Island, Saturday, July 3

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

CINCINNATI, June 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Balloon Glow returns to Coney Island, Saturday, July 3.

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  • CINCINNATI, June 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Balloon Glow returns to Coney Island, Saturday, July 3.
  • The evenings grand finale will be a 10:15 p.m. Rozzis Famous Fireworks spectacular over Coney Islands Lake Como.
  • Learn more about Balloon Glow at ConeyIslandPark.com.
  • Coney Island is a great location for company picnics, family reunions, fundraisers, and private events and home to many of the regions premier events such as Summerfair, Balloon Glow, and Appalachian Festival.

Nathan’s Famous Launches Brand’s First Natural Casing Footlong Hot Dog in 100+ Year History

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

The footlong hot dog features all the makings of a Nathans Famous hot dog the natural casing and the Nathans Famous secret spice recipe with just more to love.

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  • The footlong hot dog features all the makings of a Nathans Famous hot dog the natural casing and the Nathans Famous secret spice recipe with just more to love.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210608005145/en/
    Nathan's Famous Footlong Hot Dogs (Photo: Business Wire)
    "Indulgence isnt a bad thing, especially when it comes to a Nathans Famous hot dog, states James Walker, Senior Vice President, Restaurants.
  • Whether you like it plain, or with just a little Nathans Famous mustard, or you go all out with our world-famous chili cheese dog, a Nathans Famous hot dog is certainly a treat.
  • The Nathans Famous footlong hot dog launched exclusively on Nathans online store in April.

Cincinnati’s Coney Island 2021 Season to Open This Saturday Nation’s Largest Aquaglide Pool Obstacle Course Opens at Nation’s Largest Recirculating Pool

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Action Alley will be open daily 11 a.m. 5 p.m. each day during the Coney Island 2021 season and is included with a Sunlite Water Adventure admission or season pass.

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  • Action Alley will be open daily 11 a.m. 5 p.m. each day during the Coney Island 2021 season and is included with a Sunlite Water Adventure admission or season pass.
  • As we begin to emerge from the pandemic, Coney Island is excited to debut our new Challenge Zone and Action Alley, said Rob Schutter, President of Coney Island.
  • We cant wait to share these new and unique attractions and our popular favorites with loyal guests and brand new fans.
  • Coney Island is a great location for company picnics, family reunions, fundraisers, and private events and home to many of the regions premier events.

5WPR Beauty, Fashion & Lifestyle Division Named Fourth Largest in U.S.

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Monday, May 10, 2021

b'NEW YORK, May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --O\'Dwyers, a leading public relations industry publication, has officially released its annual PR rankings, naming 5W Public Relations\' beauty, fashion & lifestyle practice area the fourth largest in the U.S., with net fees of $6.5 million.

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  • b'NEW YORK, May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --O\'Dwyers, a leading public relations industry publication, has officially released its annual PR rankings, naming 5W Public Relations\' beauty, fashion & lifestyle practice area the fourth largest in the U.S., with net fees of $6.5 million.
  • The division also supported the reopening of two iconic New York City destinations, Luna Park in Coney Island and Tavern on The Green.\n"This recognition is a direct result of the team\'s remarkable dedication and creativity working with our beauty, fashion, and lifestyle clients," said 5WPR Consumer President, Dara A. Busch .
  • "They consistently deliver real results that impact a client\'s bottom line and prove ROI.
  • We look forward to continuing to grow and strengthen this division so that we can provide best in class work to our client roster.

5WPR Represents Two Iconic New York Destinations for Grand Reopening, Signaling Return of Tourism in the City

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021

New York City\'s most iconic destination for fun, the park is home to the historic Coney Island Cyclone Roller Coaster and the first major custom steel roller coaster in NYC, The Thunderbolt.

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  • New York City\'s most iconic destination for fun, the park is home to the historic Coney Island Cyclone Roller Coaster and the first major custom steel roller coaster in NYC, The Thunderbolt.
  • The historic Tavern on the Green, a modern tavern nestled in a bucolic Central Park setting, has been capturing the spirit of New York City since 1934.
  • "Having worked alongside these clients for many years, we are excited to work with these two iconic New York brands for many years.
  • 5W was awarded 2020 PR Agency of The Year and CEORonn Torossian, was named 2020 Entrepreneur of the Year by the American Business Awards.\n'