"Coney Island's Final Countdown: Love, Protests, and the Fight to Save a Landmark"

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Krista and Mike Howard, a couple who met and worked at Coney Island amusement park for over 30 years, reflect on the cherished memories they've created at the park, which is set to be replaced by a new music venue. Krista, once a lifeguard and later a trainer, and Mike, who rose from parking attendant to general manager, consider the park a significant part of their family's life, with their daughters following in their footsteps. Despite the impending changes, the Howards take solace in the memories they've built, which are commemorated throughout their home with Coney Island memorabilia.
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