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Archeological Finds Vol. 40 – 1960 edition
Thanks to Eric for sending: “Two matchbooks and what I think is a bus transfer from 1960. Found in the ash dump of my fireplace of all places, Petworth.” If you have a photo of a neat find from your...
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Derby Take Out Launches Today from 3-9PM – Le Diplomate on Wednesday!!
Thanks to Tim for passing on the above menu from Red Derby: “its official!! DERBY TAKEOUT GOES LIVE, TUESDAY APRIL 21ST, FROM 3-9PM!!!! CALL US AT 202.291.5000 TO PLACE YOUR ORDER!! (3718 14th street...
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Pandemic or not, sadly, this is reported far too frequently
James sends the frustrating photo: “Anyone else experienced stolen plants from their yards in Petworth-ish area? Someone dug up and stole my parents’ Japanese maple last night.”
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Shots Fired Reported in Columbia Heights around 10:45pm
via google maps Readers reported around 10:45pm Tuesday night: “About 5-6 gunshots on fairmont at university pl nw” “5 gunshots at 14th and Fairmont” “6 shots a few minutes ago, rapid succession,...
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And Anafre also reopens for takeout today!!
3704 14th Street, NW From an email: “After closing due to the pandemic in March, Anafre, Alfredo and Jessica Solis’ Mexican seafood restaurant, reopens for takeout service, May 1 at noon with a...
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27 Shots Fired Reported in Petworth Friday Night around 11pm
via google maps From MPD: “The Fourth District is investigating an unlawful discharge of a weapon that occurred on May 1, 2020, at approximately 11:03 PM in the 4200 block of 2nd Street NW. No...
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So what the hell happened on Georgia Ave Last Night?
a helicopter Update: Thanks to those who passed on from MPD: Suspect in custody following barricade in the 3900 block of Pennsylvania Ave SE https://t.co/v0KORkj6Os — DC Police Department #StayHomeDC...
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Spring Flats “Project to Deliver 185 New Affordable Homes to Petworth...
Rendering for 1125 Spring Road, NW, previously the historic Hebrew Home courtesy DC Department of Housing & Community Development From the Mayor’s Office: “Mayor Muriel Bowser, along with Office...
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12:15am Shooting in Sherman Circle
via google maps From MPD: “On May 19, 2020, at approximately 12:15 am, Fourth District Units and United States Park Police Units, responded to Sherman Circle for a sound of gunshots. Upon their...
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“the reasoning for putting jersey barriers on Georgia thus blocking...
Georgia and New Hampshire Ave, NW “Dear PoPville, I want to know the reasoning for putting jersey barriers on Georgia thus blocking accessible parking for the CVS. I don’t want to have to cross...
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Expect the Unexpected in Coronaville
Thanks to Terra for sending from “an alley near the Georgia Ave/Petworth Metro station. Even the cat is surprised!” If you spot a hawk or any interesting wildlife around town, lunching or otherwise,...
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Shots Fired near Petworth Metro around 11:15am
Readers report: “Massive police response at Randolph and Georgia Ave after what sounded like 2 shots.” “gunshots heard at Georgia and Randolph NW. Polive already on the scene” Updates as more is known.
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Shots Fired in Petworth just after 11pm near Sherman Circle; Shots Later...
Sherman Circle From MPD: “The Fourth District is investigating an unlawful discharge of a weapon that occurred on May 25, 2020, at approximately 11:07 PM in the 4700 block of 8th Street NW. No...
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More Details on Monday Morning Shooting in Petworth, Arrest Made, Suspect...
Update on Monday morning’s shooting near the Petworth metro from MPD: “The Fourth District officers responded to a sounds of gun shot call in the 800 block of Randolph Street, NW (11:21am). A...
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Look What’s Coming to Lyman’s Tavern – Rusty Lyman’s
3720 14th Street, NW via Lyman’s Tavern From Lyman’s: “#rustylymans is coming… this weekend!!! #lymanstavern for carry out only. #dcbars #beachbar #orangecrush #strawberrydaiquiri ##drinkdc #dcdrinks...
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9:30pm Shooting on Georgia Ave in Petworth; 10:38pm Shooting in the 400 block...
From MPD: “On Friday May 29, 2020, at approximately 2130 hours, Fourth District units responded to the 3700 block of Georgia AVE NW, in reference to a call for Sounds of Gunshots. While canvassing the...
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Today’s Rental was chosen for the location
This rental is located at 952 Shepherd St NW near Georgia AVE. The Craigslist ad says: “$1595 / 1br – 534ft2 – One bedroom apartment – Close to Metro (Petworth) Come check out this recently remodeled...
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Early Morning Shots Fired in Petworth
via google maps From MPD: “The Fourth District is investigating an Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm that occurred on Sunday, June 14, 2020, at approximately 2:53am in the 500 block of Buchanan Street...
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“that lady stole her shoes.”
Around when Covid hit I got some emails about a shoe thief but I was overcome by events and totally forgot about it. Apparently it’s still happening – got this email on Sunday: “Today my sister was...
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