Public Safety & CrimeHoward Beach Police Recover Body from Jamaica Bay MarshNYPD is investigating after a headless body was found in Jamaica Bay marshlands near Howard Beach on March 11, 2026. This unsettling discovery prompts local concerns.April 12, 2026
Development & InfrastructureHoward Beach Residents Confront Persistent Tidal Flooding ThreatsHoward Beach residents, particularly in Old Howard Beach and Hamilton Beach, confront increasing tidal flooding. The community seeks urgent city solutions.April 12, 2026
CommunityHoward Beach News Coverage Shapes Local Understanding, Civic ActionLocal news, like that from ABC7 New York, profoundly influences Howard Beach residents' civic engagement. Community leaders emphasize the critical role of accessible, timely reporting for informed decision-making.April 12, 2026
National & WorldOdesa Drone Strikes Kill Two, Howard Beach Residents Voice ConcernRussian drone attacks in Odesa, Ukraine, claimed two lives Saturday, sparking apprehension among Howard Beach families. Local parents worry about global instability, prompting a vigil and community discussions.April 12, 2026
EnvironmentHoward Beach Residents Demand Action on Chronic Tidal Flooding"It's a constant battle," lamented one Old Howard Beach homeowner about persistent tidal flooding affecting homes and streets. Community leaders are pressing for urgent infrastructure upgrades to protect vulnerable areas.April 12, 2026
National & WorldNigerian Court Convicts Over 300 Terror Suspects; Howard Beach RelievedOver 300 individuals linked to Boko Haram received convictions in Nigeria, a landmark judgment bringing relief to Howard Beach's Nigerian diaspora. Families celebrated justice, holding a prayer circle at St. Virgilius Church.April 12, 2026
National & WorldDjibouti President Secures Sixth Term, Howard Beach Residents ReactPresident Ismaïl Omar Guelleh's sixth re-election in Djibouti draws international scrutiny and local Howard Beach commentary. Residents at the farmers market and library discuss the implications for global stability and Red Sea shipping routes.April 12, 2026
Development & InfrastructureNYC Department of Environmental Protection Addresses Howard Beach Flood CrisisNYC DEP commissioner announced urgent plans to combat persistent flooding in Old Howard Beach and Hamilton Beach, impacting over 300 homes with rising waters. Local leaders demand swift action.April 11, 2026
EnvironmentQueens Police Recover Remains Near Cross Bay Bridge, Flooding Grips AreaNYPD divers pulled unidentified human remains from Jamaica Bay near Howard Beach Monday, as persistent heavy rainfall and high tides cause widespread local flooding. Residents face property damage and disruptions.April 11, 2026