Latest News from Howard Beach, NY

Old Howard Beach and Hamilton Beach residents battle persistent street and home flooding from overflowing basins and high tides. Local officials pressed for urgent infrastructure upgrades. Property damage is rising.

Howard Beach communities are mobilizing emergency aid for Beirut attack victims after a massive bombardment killed 182 people. Residents with ties to Lebanon express anguish, organizing relief drives and pressing for policy changes.

Howard Beach residents cautiously react to a US-Iran ceasefire deal, expressing relief mixed with skepticism over its durability. Economic concerns about oil prices and community stability loom large for locals.

Howard Beach parents are actively debating Greece's ban on social media for children 15 and under. The policy fuels local discussions on youth mental health, online safety, and practical implementation challenges. Educators are observing.

Unidentified human remains discovered in a storage area beneath Northern Boulevard overpass in Queens this week. NYPD launches investigation, urging public tips. Community concerns grow over public safety in secluded urban spaces.

NYPD recovers human remains in Queens, prompting investigation. Howard Beach residents simultaneously face persistent, disruptive flooding from high tides and rain. Local leaders demand urgent infrastructure solutions.

Recurring tidal surges and heavy rains inflict significant property damage on Howard Beach homes, prompting urgent calls for enhanced infrastructure.

NYPD launches a homicide investigation after human remains were discovered within a storage area near Northern Boulevard under a Queens overpass.

Torrential April 2026 rains caused an estimated $3.5 million in damages across Old Howard Beach and Hamilton Beach, renewing infrastructure calls.