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About That Helicopter Circling This Morning
Starting around 6:30/7am this morning I got a ton of inquiries asking about: “HELICOPTERS AGAIN AT 13th AND SHEPHERD MORNING EDITION?!?!!” “there’s a helicopter circling with a search light on 10th...
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GDoN “Stunning Renovation” edition
This house is located at 211 Webster Street, NW. The Bright MLS listing says: “Hurry! New On the Market, Open Sat.12/15 and Sun.12/16, 1 to 4pm. Identical unit (layout, finishes, appliances, etc.) by...
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Christmas Day Burglar Caught on Tape in Petworth
via MPD Ed. Note: Not to belittle the seriousness but the burglar crashing into the cat’s water bowl upon entry is pretty great. From MPD: “The Metropolitan Police Department seeks the public’s...
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‘Shawarma Hut’ opens in the former Petworth Cafe space
3657 Georgia Ave, NW just across the street from the Petworth metro Thanks to Jes for sending: “In the spot where Petworth Cafe used to be- shawarma with a side of copyright infringement. It doesn’t...
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Update: Both now homicide investigations. Sunday Night Shootings in LeDroit...
9th and Varnum Street, NW TheMonthlyBleed reported to us: “At least 10 gunshots near 4th and V in ledroit park, and screeching cars” From MPD around 8:30pm Sunday Night: “The Third District is...
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Yoga District Comes to Petworth
3905 Georgia Ave, NW Thanks to Shubha J for sending: “Yoga District coming to Petworth – Georgia & Randolph across from Wendy’s” Yoga District’s website says: “Right across the street from Safeway...
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New Coffeehouse coming to Petworth
4400 Georgia Ave, NW at Webster Thanks to Erin for sending: “Uneeda Market on Webster and Georgia Avenue looks to be transforming into a new coffee shop. Could be a promising new option for the...
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Big House Fire in Petworth
Thanks to Leah for sending: “New Hampshire Avenue & 7th Street NW shut down from Randolph to Shepherd. Multiple fire engines, ambulances, other department vehicles on site. Drivers probably want...
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The Slim’s Diner Roller Coaster Concludes Sunday
Following the recent closures of Ruta del Vino and Hank’s Cocktail Bar there will understandably be many hot takes about Upshur Street and Petworth in general, let us remember that things with Slim’s...
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“Upshur Street Books will reopen in early February as Loyalty Bookstore”
827 Upshur Street, NW Upshur Street Books opened in the former Hair Impressions space on November 1st, 2014. Slim’s Diner closed in early January. Updates as Loyalty Bookstore gets closer to...
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“While this incident is extremely troubling, it is isolated and not...
From Council Member Brandon Todd: “At approximately 10:30 this morning [Tuesday], Metropolitan Police Dept. (MPD) officers responded to reports of a stabbing inside the restroom of E.L. Haynes Public...
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“Recent Prostitution Arrests in Petworth”
Photo by PoPville flickr user Kyle From MPD: “The 4th District continues to work on issues of concern in the Petworth neighborhood and would like to report 7 recent arrests for prostitution in...
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She Loves Me, flower shop on Upshur is opening in former Philip’s Shoe Repair...
Ed. Note: From the Lemon Collective’s Holley Simmons. From Holley: “She Loves Me is a flower and gift shop that caters to those who appreciate beauty and want to learn more about the world around...
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Marrakech Moroccan Restaurant Opens in Former Blue Banana Space on Georgia
3632 Georgia Ave, NW Also formerly home to Walters Sports Bar. Anyone take an early taste? Check out some of the menu: Hmm regarding the Brick Lane stationary… but looks good:
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“A Better Plan B For The Columbia Heights’ Dog Park”
11th and Park Road, NW The following letter was also sent to Mayor Bowser. “We are writing you on behalf of a concerned group of residents in North Columbia Heights regarding the WMATA owned property...
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Lulabelle’s reopens in Petworth Tuesday. Check out the new menu
courtesy Lulabelle’s From a press release: “Lulabelle’s is back! Julie Wineinger, the owner of Willow and Lulabelle’s, announces that after a short hiatus Lulabelle’s will reopen on Tuesday, February...
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The Early Word on Marrakech “Had a delicious meal over the weekend.”
inside 3632 Georgia Ave, NW previously home to Walters Sports Bar Now that we’ve stopped arguing about the curb appeal let’s talk turkey tahini – thanks to Alyssa for sending: “Had a delicious meal...
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8 Eight Arrested when Search Warrant delivered in the 4000 block of Kansas...
via google maps From MPD at midnight: “A short time ago, members of your Fourth District Crime Suppression Team executed a search warrant at a residence in the 4000 block of Kansas Avenue, NW. During...
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Little Coco’s launches APERITIVO HOUR “all-inclusive, unlimited, food and...
3907 14th Street, NW From Little Coco’s: “Little Coco’s Restaurant announces the launch of APERITIVO HOUR, its modified version of the iconic Italian happy hour. Mondays through Thursdays from 5 – 7...
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“What do you think real Verizon guys, or scam robbery in disguise?”
Photo by PoPville flickr user John Brighenti Update: “This ‘Verizon’ gentleman tried to let himself into my home.” Check out the video. “Dear PoPville, Has anyone else encountered the the youngish...
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