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“Dear PoPville,
For the first time in my 18 years of homeownership life I am dealing with drain flies! I am losing my head because I have addressed all the possible contamination sources but I feel that the problem has now escalated to where I need a professional. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Recently dined at blacksalt in palisades (same owner as Pearl dive, blackjack etc.) now charging a 4% credit card fee instead of just raising prices. (more…)
2001 S Street, NW, once home to the Secret Safeway (and Glen’s Garden Market)
Lots of missed our post last week about Dawson’s Market closing in Dupont at the end of the month. Thanks to all who’ve sent word that Thursday is the final day.
“To our valued customers,
We are saddening to announce the closing of our DC location on Thursday June 29th. (more…)
Thanks to Melissa for sending from Park View: “Um, so creepy to come home to…”
And Haleigh sends us this nice close up from Mount Pleasant: (more…)
1300 block of H Street, NE
Thanks to Dylan and all others for sending: “something on the 1300 block of h st NE is on fire. Massive fire — hope everyone is okay” (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Just showed up (7am) to Dunbar Aquatic Center and this sign was on the door. No official DPR signs posted.”
And Dan asks: “With Wilson closed again and Dunbar apparently shut down for the summer, what are the best public-pool options for lap-lane swimmers in Northwest?”
“Dear PoPville,
I left my office at 4:30p Monday (G b/w 13th & 14th Streets, NW) and multiple film trucks are parked on both sides, almost the whole length of the block. They look like they’re for a movie set or something…any clue what it’s for?”
We were also asked on our Twitter and Alex replied: “Captain America”
From MPD:
“On Tuesday, June 27, 2023 and Wednesday, June 28, 2023, filming for a movie will occur in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration: (more…)
12th and U Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
This morning around 5:45 AM there was a loud boom followed immediately by a rapidly advancing fire. (more…)
“People’s Book Opening in Takoma Park. Independent bookstore opening this Tuesday!”
From an email:
“People’s Book is excited to announce its launch this Tuesday, June 27th in the heart of Takoma Park at 7014-A Westmoreland Ave. The store has a diverse selection of over 12,000 books, with a special focus on childrens’ literature, local interests, new releases and independent magazines. The inventory also includes book-themed gifts, locally roasted drip coffee, kombucha, and other beverages and treats. A grand opening celebration will be announced at a later date. (more…)
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