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Coney Island Eyes Rebound After Sandy Damage
Five months after superstorm Sandy left Coney Island battered and millions in repairs, boardwalk businesses seek a strong season to recoup losses. Deno’s Famous Wonder Wheel Amusement Park and others reopen with extensive repairs while key fixtures like Nathan’s hot dog stand and the aquarium plan phased openings. Local figures warn it will take years to recover and weather will decide the summer turnout.
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New York
Coney Island
Sandy
New York City
D.J. Vourderis
Deno
Vourderis
Brooklyn
Marty Markowitz
New York Aquarium
Coney Island Beach
Coney Island Circus
Dick Zigan
Zigu
Coney Island USA
Zigun