Amusement Park News

Cincinnati, Ohio based Coney Island announced this week that it plans to liquidate its amusement park rides by the end of the month and focus all of its attention on its water park.  The rides will be open through September 21.Coney Island is home to over 24 amusement rides including a Pinfari Roller Coaster, Watkins Tempest, Chance 36ft Carousel, Allen Herschell Flying Bobs, a Eli Bridge Ferris Wheel and Scrambler, among other classic kiddie and adult rides.  In recent years, the park made some additions including a S&S Frog Hopper, Moser Action Arm, and a Dance Party 360 from SBF Visa.To help move the equipment in a timely manner, Coney Island has partnered with Len Soled's New Jersey based Ride's 4-U to help liquidate park assets.  “The rides are priced to sell,” said Soled of the liquidation.  “Everything is well maintained and operational.  There will be some great deals for Amusement Parks and even some Carnivals,” echoed ...   [read more]

Needham, MA (September 5, 2019) - Firestone Financial, a subsidiary of Berkshire Bank, announced today plans to offer assistance to customers impacted by Hurricane Dorian. Hurricane Dorian is expected to hit the Southern United States later this week.“During a major hurricane like Dorian, the last thing we want is for our customers to worry about their loans and other finances,” said Michael Smith, Executive Vice President, Chief Operations Officer. “Their focus should be on their own safety and the safety of their families.”“We'll work with impacted customers in this time leading up to and in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian. Our priority is helping our customers protect and preserve their businesses,” continued Smith.   [read more]