Dre writes The Block, our running read on what the Bronx is talking about — from community board votes on new dispensaries to padlocked smoke shops that reopen. He works from public meetings, court and city records, and local news reports.

Beat

The Block — neighborhoods, community boards & what people are saying

Areas of expertise

• Community board meetings
• Enforcement & public records
• Neighborhood reporting

Dre follows our editorial guidelines. Contact: newsroom email

Stories by Dre Batista