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FDNY Responds to Three-Alarm Fire at Greenwood Arms Complex in Howard Beach, Two Firefighters Injured – Article thumbnail
Emergency & Fire

FDNY Responds to Three-Alarm Fire at Greenwood Arms Complex in Howard Beach, Two Firefighters Injured

A devastating three-alarm fire at Greenwood Arms in Howard Beach displaced residents and injured two firefighters Thursday. Learn about the community's urgent recovery efforts.

Council Member Joann Ariola Secures $4.5 Million for Walter Ward Playground Revitalization in Howard Beach – Article thumbnail
Development & Infrastructure

Council Member Joann Ariola Secures $4.5 Million for Walter Ward Playground Revitalization in Howard Beach

Council Member Joann Ariola secured $4.5 million to overhaul Walter Ward Playground in Howard Beach. This funding promises enhanced recreation for local families.

Local Howard Beach Sports Bar Sees Surge in Patronage for Live-Streamed Events via ESPN – Article thumbnail
Local Economy & Business

Local Howard Beach Sports Bar Sees Surge in Patronage for Live-Streamed Events via ESPN

A popular Howard Beach sports bar reports increased attendance due to live-streamed events, creating a vibrant community hub. Don't miss the next big game!

Howard Beach's Sarah Callahan Records 13 Points, 10 Rebounds in Crucial Playoff Victory – Article thumbnail
Community

Howard Beach's Sarah Callahan Records 13 Points, 10 Rebounds in Crucial Playoff Victory

Local basketball standout Sarah Callahan led the Howard Beach Hornets to a decisive win with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Her achievement inspires local youth athletics.

Howard Beach Soccer Star Maria Rodriguez Targeted by Division I Scouts After Stellar Season – Article thumbnail
Community

Howard Beach Soccer Star Maria Rodriguez Targeted by Division I Scouts After Stellar Season

Howard Beach's Maria Rodriguez, a top high school soccer talent, is garnering significant Division I interest. Her journey inspires local youth athletes.

Howard Beach Residents Discuss Impact of 2020 Political Demonstrations on Community – Article thumbnail
Government & Politics

Howard Beach Residents Discuss Impact of 2020 Political Demonstrations on Community

Howard Beach locals reflect on 2020 protests concerning national politics and their effect on neighborhood dynamics. Community engagement remains vital.

Queens District Attorney's Office Divided on Howard Beach Halloween Clash Hate Crime Classification – Article thumbnail
Public Safety & Crime

Queens District Attorney's Office Divided on Howard Beach Halloween Clash Hate Crime Classification

The Queens DA's office is reportedly split over whether a Halloween night fight on Cross Bay Boulevard in Howard Beach warrants a hate crime designation, impacting potential charges and community perception.

Mayor Mamdani Designates Howard Beach Among First NYC Neighborhoods for New Free 2-Year-Old Childcare Initiative – Article thumbnail
Community

Mayor Mamdani Designates Howard Beach Among First NYC Neighborhoods for New Free 2-Year-Old Childcare Initiative

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has designated Howard Beach among the first NYC neighborhoods to receive a new free childcare initiative for two-year-olds, rolling out this academic year.

District 27, Including Howard Beach, Designated Borough's First Free 2-K Program Area for Fall – Article thumbnail
Community

District 27, Including Howard Beach, Designated Borough's First Free 2-K Program Area for Fall

District 27, including Howard Beach, will be the first NYC borough district to offer free 2-K for two-year-olds this fall, expanding early education access for families.