Author: Prince Of Petworth

“urgent fundraiser to secure legal representation for a close friend and domestic violence survivor who desperately needs our help”

By Prince Of Petworth

photo by Erin

Thanks to a volunteer with Migrant Solidarity and Mutual Aid (MSMA) for sending this fundraiser:

“I am launching this urgent fundraiser to secure legal representation for a close friend and domestic violence survivor who desperately needs our help. Three years ago, she moved to the United States to build a future. Instead, she spent the last couple years enduring severe domestic abuse from her husband. With no family in the country to turn to, she has carried an immense emotional and financial burden entirely on her own.

While local women’s resource organizations have provided critical support to help her find safety, she now faces her final, life-changing divorce trial at the end of this October.

Because of the incredibly tight timeline, we were unable to secure a pro bono attorney. However, a compassionate private attorney has stepped up to represent her and has generously reduced their standard retainer fee. She finally has a chance at a fair trial, but she cannot afford the cost of this representation alone. Winning this case means she can officially break free, secure her safety, and finally move on with her life.

Safety & Financial Transparency: (more…)

Dog Attack Friday Night in Woodley Park

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I wanted to pass this on since you had recently posted about the pitbull mauling of the retriever at the Petworth metro.

This attack happened Friday night around 6:30-6:45 pm in the 2600 block of Connecticut Avenue in my neighborhood of Woodley Park, with an unattended brindle gray pitbull tied up outside to an umbrella table. My husband was walking with our two beagles and the pit dragged the umbrella table to lunge several yards and bit the smaller beagle in three places. Thankfully my husband was able to get the dog off of her (forced his elbow onto the pitbull’s neck and the dog let go) but the owner (more…)

“walking outside in Lanier Heights and a man on a moped came up behind me on the sidewalk and sexually assaulted me”

By Prince Of Petworth

unfortunately pixilated but see full video clip below

“Dear PoPville,

Sharing an incident that happened to me on Friday in hopes it can help identify the individual, get more information, or have any other victims come forward. On Friday I was walking outside of my apartment in Lanier Heights and a man on a moped came up behind me on the sidewalk and sexually assaulted me. I called the police and they had received a similar call 30 min prior from another woman in the area. The police posted this video in hopes of gaining more info.”

See the brief video: (more…)

Last Night in Parking Poorly – However, Do Note the Parking Meters…

By Prince Of Petworth

“Right off New Hampshire, on the 20th Street bike Lane between N and New Hampshire and Sunderland.”

Thanks to A. for sending last night: “A**hole Parking in Bike Lane. I don’t see how this could be an accident.”

In fairness I actually see how somebody could make this mistake since there are parking meters right there. I mean, obviously I know this is a bike lane but I live here. This car has a New York license plate so with the benefit of the doubt they might have been confused by the parking meters right there. Right?

EXCLUSIVE: The Last Straw looking to open in the former Bar Pilar space at the end of the month. Read about their plans and prepare for a properly poured Guinness!

By Prince Of Petworth

1833 14th Street, NW

BIG opening coming at the end of the month in the former, legendary, Bar Pilar space. Get ready for The Last Straw from the folks behind Exiles/Easy Tiger Tavern (Karl Keane, Brian Hillery, Donagh Gilhooly) and Leon Kent formerly of Fadó, Red Hen and All-Purpose. EXCELLENT bona fides here so I was pretty excited when I stopped by on Friday to learn a bit more about their plans. Being a huge Bar Pilar fan, I have to admit I was a bit nervous about walking in and seeing what the space would look like. But I’m happy to share it still has those incredibly good vibes. The big bar is untouched downstairs though obviously the decor will change a bit. Think more sports themed. The Last Straw is aiming to be a proper casual neighborhood bar. I know that term can be debated/overused but anyone who has been to Exiles (U Street) or Easy Tiger (Adams Morgan) knows that these guys have earned that moniker. OK more about what they have planned for the space which they hope will be all things for all people: (more…)

Bar Nuestro Opening October 28th in Navy Yard!

By Prince Of Petworth

photo by Rey Lopez

From a press release:

“Restaurateur Daniella Senior and 5C Hospitality, the team behind Colada Shop and Elegancia, will celebrate the grand opening of Bar Nuestro on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Located at Urby in Navy Yard (1345 Yards Place, SE), the newest member of the 5C family reimagines classic European dishes through the warmth and flavor of Latin America, offering a lively new gathering place for neighbors and diners from across the city.

“Bar Nuestro means ‘our bar,’ and that’s exactly how we want every guest to feel when they walk through the door,” said Daniella Senior, founder of 5C Hospitality. “This is a place built for celebrating, lingering, and sharing great food with the people you love. We can’t wait to welcome everyone in.”

Bar Nuestro carries the same spirit found across every 5C Hospitality concept: (more…)

National Guard intervene in Fight on Barracks Row, One Guardsman Shot, One Civilian Suspect Shot

By Prince Of Petworth

MPD reported at 1:30am: “MPD is investigating a shooting in the 400 block of 8th Street SE involving a National Guardsman.”

400 block of 8th Street, SE

Chief Carroll gives details on what happened:

“Approximately 11:10pm yesterday evening…

Nationals Guardsmen in parked car observed a fight… Exited the car to intervene in order to stop the fight… Individual began shooting…

National Guardsman shot in leg area. Suspect shot in abdomen area.”

See full video briefing: (more…)

Today* in Turkeys around Town – at the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge

By Prince Of Petworth

photo by Ron Cohn

We’ve got a rafter!! Thanks to Ron for sharing from “the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge. DC East of Anacostia River.”

If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.

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