Author: Prince Of Petworth

Metro plans full-scale security exercise at Capitol South Station, Sunday (Sept. 17)

By Prince Of Petworth

From WMATA:

“Metro Transit Police in coordination with U.S. Capitol Police will conduct a full-scale law enforcement exercise on Sunday, Sept. 17, at the Capitol South Station. The exercise will simulate a real-life security threat to test operational coordination, communications, and response between law enforcement agencies.

During this time, the Capitol South Station will be closed from opening until approximately 2 p.m. Free shuttle buses will replace trains between Eastern Market and Federal Center SW. (more…)

“Baffling DC parking issue – please help!”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I live in Brookland which is parking zone 5. My building offers private parking in a garage but it costs $300/month and the spots are in high demand (there’s a long waiting list). When I got a car recently, I decided to forgo the costly parking garage and take my chances street parking instead. Much to my confusion, I’m being regularly ticketed for parking on my own street. The tickets cite “residential parking” and “no residential parking permit.”

When I contacted the DMV for clarification, I was told that because of my street address, I do not qualify for a residential parking permit. (more…)

“Looking for salt grilled mackerel”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by stu_spivack

“Dear PoPville,

I am looking for a restaurant in DC or one that delivers to DC that makes salt grilled mackerel, or known as saba shioyaki in Japanese or godeungeo gui in Korean.

I know there are great fusion Asian and high end sushi restaurants in DC proper, but it’s pretty hard to find menus that are closer to home cooked meals.

A recommendation in Virginia and Maryland would be greatly appreciated as well.”

Anthem “point of sale provider had an intermittent glitch for a brief period last week”, if you were double charged they will reverse it!

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by DC_Chica

“Dear PoPville,

I went to the Postal Service show on Tuesday 9/5 at the Anthem, and it turns out they double charged me for my drinks. I called them about it and they said it was a widespread problem for a couple of shows… Update: The refund posted to my account.”

The Anthem tells me: “Our new point of sale provider had an intermittent glitch for a brief period last week. It has been rectified. (more…)

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