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Coney Island shines bright at first-ever Kaiser Park Christmas tree lighting

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Dec. 18, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil Coney Island came together last week for the community’s first-ever Christmas Tree Lighting at Kaiser Park. Hosted by NIA Community Services Network, the Dec. 12 event marked the culmination of the organization’s seasonal tree lighting celebrations, which also included a festive gathering at Red Hook’s Coffey Park.…

PHOTOS | Brooklyn kicks off holiday season with dazzling tree lightings

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Dec. 10, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil ‘Tis the season in Brooklyn — and we’re not just talking about the Dyker Heights Christmas Lights. From Downtown Brooklyn to Marine Park and beyond, pockets of Kings County are ushering in the holiday season with dazzling tree-lighting ceremonies, bringing communities together for music, treats and festive…

New American eatery with Eastern European flair, Breva, opens on Brighton Beach boardwalk

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Dec. 5, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen A new restaurant plans to bridge longstanding tradition and emerging tastes in Brighton Beach.  Breva, an American brasserie and cocktail bar, opened its doors on Dec. 18, right next to the famous Tatiana Grill on the boardwalk.  It’s an unusual place for a new restaurant. Brighton Beach is…

PHOTOS | Frost Fest, Coney Island’s Winter wonderland, kicks off with holiday cheer

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Nov. 25, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil Luna Park kicked off its second annual Frost Fest on Saturday, transforming the iconic amusement park into a festive winter wonderland. The seasonal celebration, which runs on select dates through Jan. 1, 2025, offers a variety of holiday-themed activities for guests of all ages. Its first iteration…

Frost Fest, Luna Park’s winter wonderland, to make festive return on Nov. 23

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Nov. 18, 2024 By Jada Camille Luna Park’s Frost Fest is set to return to Coney Island, transforming the iconic amusement park into a festive winter wonderland. The second annual celebration kicks off on Nov. 23, promising an array of holiday-themed activities for visitors of all ages. The holiday event will feature traditional seasonal…

South Brooklyn Health hosts inaugural Excellence for All Gala to champion health equity

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Nov. 18, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil South Brooklyn Health Auxiliary, Inc. celebrated a historic milestone on Nov. 12 with its first-ever Excellence for All Gala — an inspiring evening dedicated to advancing the hospital’s mission of breaking down health barriers and delivering top-tier care to every community member. Set against the backdrop of…

Polishing a local ‘gem’: Coney Island pol secures $10M for Kaiser Park renovations

Big checks bring about a big change! Brannan secures funding for renovations of Kaiser Park.

Nov. 1, 2024 By Jada Camille Kaiser Park is set to get its day in the sun. Council Member Justin Brannan announced he has secured $10 million for capital upgrades at Coney Island’s Kaiser Park. The funding, part of the Fiscal Year 2025 city budget, marks the first major capital improvement for the park.…