“Someone was stabbed on my front lawn last night around 130am on the 4000...
A reader reports: “Someone was stabbed in my front lawn last night around 130am on the 4000 block of Illinois. Apparently it was a result of some sort of fight. There were lots of police and the...
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GDoN? “Sunny, move-in ready” edition
This unit is located at 3902 14th Street, Northwest. The listing says: “Sunny, move-in ready, one bedroom condo w/parking in Columbia Heights. King size bedroom with walk-in closet & granite...
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Lincoln’s Last Ride to the Old Soldiers Home was 150 Years Ago – Route...
2010 ride courtesy of President Lincoln’s Cottage From an email: “Details: Lincoln’s Last Ride, Monday April 13, 12-3:30 pm Abraham Lincoln last rode out to the Soldiers’ Home on April 13, 1865, one...
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GDoN? “skylight and access to roof deck” edition
This house is located at 407 Delafield Pl, NW. The listing says: “Live in this unique and amazing home! Upper level with large master suite with new built-ins, and master bathroom with double sinks,...
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Development of the 3700 block of 14th St, NW continues to Roll with Demo...
3700 14th Street, NW Thanks to a reader for sending word: “demo has begun on the old Carolina at 14th and Spring NW” This strip of 14th includes Lyman’s Tavern, Red Derby, Taqueria Habanero and the...
View ArticleMultiple Reports of Shots Fired in Petworth around Noon
One reader writes: “Around 11:50 today I heard about seven or so shots near Varnum and 8th NW, some squealing tires, and then saw a guy running in the alley behind Varnum toward Grant Circle. I called...
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Petworth Farmers Market Kicks Off Sat. May 2nd – Fundraiser Mon. April 20th...
Photo by PoPville flickr user thelester From an email: “We’re getting ready to launch our 6th season and would love for you to come out to our events. Silent Auction Fundraiser – Join us April 20th...
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Four Suspects Arrested for Armed Robbery (Knife) on 13th between Quincy and...
A reader reports last night: “Don’t know what’s going on but wanted to give you the heads up of huge police presence on Quincy St between 13th and 14th. At one point I counted 12 police cars. Never...
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“WHITE A$$ CRACKER MFer WALKIN HIS MFing DOG ALL PREGNANT ON THE SIDEWALK...
“Dear PoPville, Last evening I had an experience that I’m curious if others might be familiar with. My pregnant wife and I were walking our dog along Illinois Ave. at Farragut just about a block from...
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Red Rocks Delivery Expands – Check Out the new Map
Yes!!! Red Rocks Columbia Heights now delivers to Mount Pleasant, Petworth, Park View, and Crestwood. Delivery is “from 4pm – 10pm daily! We encourage folks to use ChowNow or download the RedRocks app...
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GDoN? “generous space for casual living and entertaining” edition
This house is located at 818 Emerson Street, Northwest. The listing says: “NEW ON MARKET! Updated row house w/ enclosed 2 car parking! Hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen, owner’s suite and lower level...
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Safeway Selling Bags of Pasta Chips Marked ‘Not for Resale’
A reader writes: “The Petworth Safeway [3830 Georgia Ave, NW] is selling bags of chips identified as “Not for Resale.” Is this ok?” Ed. Note: Also of concern – what the hell is a pasta chip?
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Lyman’s Patio Now Open! Pub and the People’s Coming Soon!
14th and Quincy St, NW Good news from the folks at Lyman’s – Patio’s open! 1648 North Capitol Street, NW at R Street And check out Pub and the People opening soon in Bloomingdale.
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Serious Slew of Celebs at Chez Billy in Petworth Last Night
3815 Georgia Ave, NW At first I didn’t believe this until I remembered this was the White House Correspondents Dinner weekend – so word on the street is that the following visited Chez Billy last...
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“World’s Worst Driver Alert”
Photo by PoPville flickr user wolfpackWX “Dear PoPville, OH MY GOSH. Did anyone else witness the world’s biggest asshole driving down 14th last night/this morning?? [going south past Taylor and...
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Hops-N-Crops Homebrew Competition at DC Reynolds – June 14th
3628 Georgia Ave, NW “When: Sunday, June 14 from 4 – 7 p.m. Where: DC Reynolds, 3628 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010 Cost: $5 entry fee for competitors. $15 suggested donation for attendees Taste...
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Slim’s Diner hiring for a GM – Rendering Signage Very Very Promising
Rendering of signage at Georgia and Upshur St, NW Slim’s Diner update from Craigslist: “Slim’s Diner seeks GENERAL MANAGER Slim’s Diner is opening in July at the corner of Georgia Avenue and Upshur...
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“Seriously who just throws trash out of a car these days? Well it turns out...
“Dear PoPville, So Georgia Avenue not by some considered the most beautiful or esthetically pleasing part of Petworth but you know we love it.We love the community the hellos the fact that we live on...
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Absolutely Amazing – Photos of Petworth from 1893
“Newman Row, first houses built in Petworth 8th Street between Upshur and Varnum, March 1893″ I’ve been doing this blog coming on 9 years now and this might be coolest email I’ve ever received: “I...
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I heard they were gonna call it Swampoodle Mart at first…
4034 Georgia Ave, NW Coming Soon Brightwood Mart – Your Neighborhood Convenience Store. This is the former temporary Safeway pharmacy used while the new Petworth Safeway was being built. It’s at...
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