Another Man Found Dead in Van Cortlandt Park

By DAVID GREENE
An unidentified man was found unresponsive inside Van Cortlandt Park on Sunday, with one police officer at the scene describing the death as “suspicious,” while a police spokesman later said the body showed no obvious signs of trauma.

Former Bronx Assemblyman is CEO of Newly Launched New York Apartment Association

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The New York Apartment Association (NYAA) officially launched in early September, led by former New York Assemblyman for A.D. 85 Kenny Burgos, who will serve as the organization’s CEO. According to its website, NYAA is the largest trade organization representing private multifamily building owners in the country. “NYAA will promote responsible housing policies to preserve affordable housing for future generations of New Yorkers, and represents the vital role these buildings serve in New York’s city and state economy,” an extract from the launch announcement read. 

UPDATE Bedford Park: Gas Rupture at 379 Bedford Park Blvd Results in 5 Minor Injuries, Gas Outages

By SÍLE MOLONEY, MIRIAM QUIÑONES & DAVID GREENE
Five people incurred minor injuries, according to FDNY officials, after a major emergency services response to a gas rupture was witnessed by residents at 379 Bedford Park Boulevard between Decatur Avenue and Webster Avenue in Bedford Park on Sunday, Sept. 22. Some gas outages are ongoing as a result and Con Ed said they were and will continue to be working to restore service to the affected residents and businesses throughout Sunday, overnight on Sunday, and into Monday.