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The explorer Henry Hudson, commanding the "Half-Moon," puts in at Coney Island before continuing into what is now called New York Harbor. According to tradition, his right-hand man, John Coleman ...

In the early 1900s, Coney Island enticed New Yorkers to visit with its bathing pavilions, seaside resorts and amusement ... you can also walk along the beach, which spans nearly 3 miles and ...

Built in 1914 when Long Beach was a bustling resort community, this historic promenade is Long Island’s version of New York City’s Coney Island. Shared with cyclists, it’s sandwiched between ...