2905 Sherman Ave, NW
Thanks to Nick for sending last Friday: “Bun DC on Sherman is closing today. Proprietor says they’re working on a new place at (near?) Read More
via google maps
Update from MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, in the 2500 block of Georgia Avenue, Northwest.
At approximately 8:04 pm, members of the Third District responded to the listed location for the report of the sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, members located an adult female victim, inside of a vehicle, suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victim to area hospital. Despite all life-saving efforts, the victim was pronounced dead.
The decedent has been identified as 27 year-old Sierra Johnson, Read More
mosquito anti-loitering device from Chinatown back in 2010
“Dear PoPville,
There is a constant high pitched alarm sound coming from Georgia Ave and Lamont street. It has been on for over a week at all times and makes it miserable to be outside. Read More
Gresham and Georgia Ave, NW
From MPD:
“Alert: Shooting Investigation at 1826 hours in the 2800 block of Georgia Ave NW. Lookout for a B/M, long dreadlocks, wearing a long blue jacket and armed with a handgun.
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911”
Gavino wrote: “Also overheard what sounded like around 30 gunshots near Fairmont and 14th St NW”
AM wrote: “heard shots fired while having dinner inside my house. Ring said there was a shooting at sherman and fairmont AND one at georgia and gresham. this is so unsettling.”
Sound of gunshots on Fairmont caught on video: Read More
Nick reported: “Fire response just before 4 am on the 700 block of Hobart Pl NW.”
Fire response just before 4 am on the 700 block of Hobart Pl NW. Hope everyone made it out safely @PoPville pic.twitter.com/lzzkHujpIM
— Nick (@nick__do) October 23, 2021
From DC Fire and EMS: “1 firefighter minor injury is being transported from the fire scene in the 700 block Hobart Pl. NW. The 3rd civilian who was evaluated on scene has subsequently also been transported with non life threatening injuries.”
More from DC Fire and EMS: Read More
Good news about Chef Skip, “a seafood takeout restaurant at 715 Euclid St NW.” The grand opening is Saturday and there should be a soft opening Friday. Read More
2737 Sherman Ave, NW
Thanks to Angelo for sending:
“I’m the partner / operator at the newly opened Capa Tosta located at 2737 Sherman Ave NW. My family and I immigrated to the DC area from Napoli, Italy 30 years ago. We’ve been working at restaurants in the area ever since. We’re so excited to finally strike out on our own. My parents, both lifetime chefs and bakers, have come out of retirement to bring family recipes to this neighborhood restaurant. We’ve coupled authentic dishes with innovative cocktails.”
Check out some incredible photos of the space, food and drinks: Read More
2714 Georgia Avenue, NW
The placard for Sankofa says:
“A new Retailer’s Class C Tavern with a seating capacity of 83 and Total Occupancy Load of 136. Summer Garden with 53 seats.”
For those not familiar: “Since 1998, Sankofa has been a cultural center, bookstore and cafe devoted to people of African descent”
Ed. Note: Sankofa also applied for a liquor license back in 2011. Not sure if that went ever went through or not.
715 Euclid Street, NW
The evolution of 715 Euclid (near Banneker and Howard) continues with Chef Skip. Sounds very promising:
“Chef Skip started with the idea of a food truck that has now expanded into several locations in the 757 (Virginia Beach & Portsmouth). Chef Skip specializes in fried seafood and is known for the unique touch of an edible flower and a side of Chef Skip’s house sauce. Read More
2610 Georgia Ave, NW
A new liquor license placard for Shaleafa’s Kitchen says:
“A new class C Restaurant serving vegan cuisine. Seating Capacity of 12, Total Occupancy Load of 15. The License will include an Entertainment Endorsement to provide live entertainment.”
Stay tuned.
