Local Economy & Business — Howard Beach News

Howard Beach residents are debating the World Cup 2026 final's economic impact, with small businesses on Cross Bay Boulevard worried about lost productivity costs.

Queens Chronicle expands digital outreach for 2026, enhancing community engagement and access to local news for Howard Beach residents.

South Queens News is boosting digital outreach via mailbox@qchron.com and 718-205-8000, enhancing community engagement in Howard Beach.

South Queens Chronicle expands digital outreach for 2026, offering new contact channels to enhance reader engagement and local news accessibility.

Queens Chronicle, a vital local news source, enhances its digital outreach and reader support channels for 2026, allowing South Queens residents direct contact for news and feedback.

Middle East military escalation triggers an overnight retail fuel price spike in Howard Beach. Commuters and local business owners express concern.

Drivers in South Queens are confronting a sudden rise in retail fuel costs this week as geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz disrupt markets.

Waterfront businesses adjust summer budgets as global fuel volatility rises. Commuters face higher costs along major South Queens parkways.

The United States and Iran signed a historic initial agreement Tuesday, easing global energy sanctions and stabilizing regional transit fuel costs.