Latest News from Cross Bay, NY

The latest 'Cross Bay Currents' newsletter for January 2026 is out, packed with crucial updates, local events, and important civic announcements for residents along Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens.

Local residents and small business owners near Cross Bay Boulevard can access free legal guidance this January with upcoming workshops on tenant rights and small business legal basics.

Longtime Cross Bay Boulevard resident and local business advocate, Anna Perelli, shares a poignant personal reflection on past mentors and the vibrant future of our beloved boulevard.

Cross Bay Boulevard is undergoing a major pedestrian infrastructure upgrade, focusing on safety, walkability, and active transportation. The project includes new crosswalks, smart traffic signals, expanded sidewalks, and protected bike lanes.

Cross Bay Boulevard is undergoing a major 'Green Gateway' beautification project, adding trees, native plants, pocket parks, and public art to enhance aesthetics, improve air quality, and boost community pride.

Cross Bay Boulevard is launching its first 'Bayfront Unity Festival' this summer, featuring a community parade, local vendors, live music, and family activities to celebrate local culture and boost the economy.

Cross Bay Boulevard communities are proactively strengthening flood preparedness with workshops, infrastructure upgrades like permeable pavements, and enhanced early warning systems to protect residents.

A 13-year-old shot in Cambria Heights has ignited borough-wide discussions on youth safety, prompting Cross Bay Boulevard communities to reassess local protection efforts and advocate for collaborative solutions.

Cross Bay Boulevard communities are launching new youth safety initiatives, including after-school workshops and mentorship programs, in response to broader Queens-wide concerns about teenage vulnerability and crime.