Broad Channel

An A train is seen rolling through the Rockaways - May 30, 2013 (credit: Mona Rivera / 1010 WINS)

After Seven Months, A Train Subway Service Resumes In Rockaways

After seven months of limited service and an estimated $650 million in hurricane damage, regular service on the A train is rolling through the Rockaways.

2013/05/30

At least ten people have been reported injured in a crash on the Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens (Credit CBS 2)

Serious Injuries Reported In 3-Car Wreck On Cross Bay Boulevard In Queens

Police were still investigating the cause of the accident. Cross Bay Boulevard was to remain shut down in both directions for an indefinite period of time, officials said.

2013/05/10

A woman walks with her dog by homes damaged by Superstorm Sandy along the beach in the Rockaways on January 15, 2013. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

NYC Rapid Repairs Program Completes Work On More Than 20,000 Sandy-Damaged Homes

Mayor Michael Bloomberg said Friday that the NYC Rapid Repairs program is expected to complete all its work next week.

2013/03/22

Queens Library President Tom Galante with 4th grader Kayla at the Broad Channel branch as it reopens following superstorm Sandy - March 6, 2013 (credit: Alex Silverman / WCBS 880)

Broad Channel Library Reopens After Being Wrecked By Sandy

A Queens community still reeling from superstorm Sandy now has one of its most treasured gathering places back.

2013/03/06

Police Search For Thieves Targeting Drivers With Flat Tires In Queens

Police Tuesday were asking for the public’s help in finding three suspects wanted in connection with 12 different thefts in Queens.

2013/03/05

MetroCard (credit: Evan Bindelglass / CBSNewYork)

Costly Commutes: Fare Hikes & Toll Spikes Coming To A Location Near You

Commuters just can’t catch a break. Fares and tolls will be going on up virtually everyone commuting or driving into and around New York City.

2013/02/26

Men clean a home damaged by Sandy in Broad Channel, Queens - Nov. 5, 2012 (credit: Allison Joyce/Getty Images)

Somber, But Hopeful New Year’s In Sandy-Ravaged Broad Channel

New Yorkers still struggling to recover from Superstorm Sandy were trying to find a reason to cheer this New Year’s Eve.

2012/12/31

As Christmas Approaches Volunteers Reach Out To Sandy Victims To Make The Holidays Happier

Nearly two months after Sandy residents of Breezy Point are still trying to piece their lives back together.

2012/12/22

North Shore-LIJ Mobile Medical Van (credit: Marla Diamond/WCBS 880)

North Shore-LIJ Mobile Medical Van Brings Health Care To Storm-Ravaged Communities

The North Shore-LIJ mobile medical van made a stop in Broad Channel on Wednesday to help bring medical care to those affected.

2012/11/21

FDNY Engine 233 Ladder 176 in Brooklyn (file / credit: Google Maps)

FDNY Thanksgiving Charity Run To Proceed Despite Sandy

Despite the devastation from superstorm Sandy, a Brooklyn firehouse will continue with a thanksgiving week tradition.

2012/11/19

Broad Channel, Queens (Credit: Marla Diamond/WCBS 880)

Signs Of Life In Broad Channel, Queens 9 Days After Sandy

The sight of a working traffic signal and a few lights was a big lift Wednesday evening, but in Broad Channel, Queens, but residents found the nor’easter to be a cold slap in the face from Mother Nature.

2012/11/07