Community — Cross Bay News

Howard Beach residents gather near local meeting spaces as the Chanel Lewis retrial enters final deliberations, drawing national attention to Queens.

A vibrant 50-foot mural reflecting Cross Bay Boulevard's history and ecology was unveiled in Broad Channel. It enhances community pride and local tourism now.

Howard Beach community grapples with the emotional toll of the Vetrano murder retrial in 2026, stirring memories and reigniting calls for justice. Residents seek closure now.

Cross Bay Boulevard's annual 'Bay Festival' returns June 15, 2026, with live music, local vendors, and family fun, celebrating community and Jamaica Bay.

A ceasefire between Iran and Israel has prompted varied reactions along Queens' Cross Bay Boulevard, with residents expressing both hope and apprehension regarding global stability.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake in the southern Philippines has spurred the Queens Filipino community to organize swift aid efforts, with Cross Bay Boulevard locations serving as donation points.

Cross Bay residents remain largely unaffected by unverified global events, prioritizing local, actionable news over broad international headlines.

Cross Bay Boulevard Restaurant Week returns Spring 2026 (April 14-21), offering prix-fixe menus to boost local Howard Beach businesses.

Queens officials address Cross Bay Boulevard residents' struggle to find relevant global news; community leaders and media are working to bridge this information gap.