Local Economy & Business — Cross Bay Current

Cross Bay Boulevard and South Queens are projected for modest 2.5% economic growth in 2026, driven by resilient local businesses and evolving consumer habits.

Seven new local businesses opened on Cross Bay Boulevard in six months, boosting Howard Beach and Broad Channel economies. Infrastructure spurs growth.

Cross Bay shoppers react to soaring food prices amidst global emergency warnings. Jan Kowalski highlights local impact of international tensions on Queens' grocery bills.

Gas prices on Cross Bay Boulevard jumped 15% after UAE exited OPEC. Queens residents face higher fuel costs, impacting commutes and local businesses.

Queens commuters, truckers, and businesses on Cross Bay Boulevard face $5-a-gallon fuel prices as Trump's Hormuz blockade triggers global oil surges.

Cross Bay Boulevard gas prices hit $5 per gallon, as Iran's Hormuz proposal and Trump's response create global market volatility impacting Queens commuters.

A new business improvement initiative launches along Cross Bay Boulevard, focusing on infrastructure, marketing, and community engagement to boost Queens' economy.

A five-alarm College Point warehouse fire severely disrupts Queens' commerce, causing supply chain delays and economic strain for Cross Bay Boulevard businesses.

Cross Bay Boulevard businesses celebrate a new grant program offering up to $15,000 in aid. The initiative aims to bolster local commerce and stimulate growth for small businesses in Queens.