Community — Cross Bay News

Cross Bay Boulevard residents voiced frustration over dangerous street takeovers, urging officials for stricter enforcement and safer neighborhoods.

Six firefighters were injured battling a devastating church fire in Astoria, Queens. The incident left a significant impact on a historic community structure.

An FDNY firefighter was injured battling a Broad Channel house fire in Queens, highlighting the dangers first responders face. Recovery is expected.

Phil Vetrano's testimony in the Chanel Lewis retrial for Karina Vetrano's murder continues to resonate across the Queens community.

A new 'Feed Our Neighbors' initiative on Cross Bay Boulevard combats rising food insecurity in Howard Beach and Ozone Park. Launched December 1, 2026, it offers free meals and groceries three times weekly, meeting a 20% increase in local demand.

"It brings it all back," a Howard Beach resident said, as Phil Vetrano's testimony in the murder retrial reignites pain along Cross Bay Boulevard.

Queens families along Cross Bay Boulevard rally to support Georgia wildfire victims, prompting local climate preparedness discussions.

Howard Beach residents gather for community meetings, demanding immediate action from officials on public safety and development near Cross Bay Boulevard.

Father Philip Vetrano's testimony in the Karina Vetrano retrial deeply impacts Cross Bay Boulevard residents, sparking renewed discussions on justice and neighborhood safety in Queens. The 2016 tragedy remains a focus.