4850 Massachusetts Ave, NW

Thanks to all who messaged us the sad news from Cork Spring Valley (4850 Massachusetts Ave, NW):

“After five wonderful years, we’re saying goodbye to Cork Spring Valley. ❤️

We’re incredibly grateful to the Spring Valley community for welcoming us, and to the entire Pizzeria Paradiso team for five years of partnership and friendship. (more…)


2635 Connecticut Ave, NW

Ed. Note: A recent liquor posting for Naanwise says:

“Applicant requests to Transfer License from 2635 Connecticut Avenue, N.W to a new location at 818 18th Street, N.W. Licensee is a Class C Restaurant with seating for 36 and a Total Occupancy Load of 36 indoors. Sidewalk Café Endorsement with a Total Occupancy Load of 6 and seating for 6. Carry-out and Delivery Endorsement.”

“Dear PoPville,

Any buzz about Naanwise in Woodley? Renovation or a totally new business?” (more…)


2225 M Street, NW

“Engine Company 1 and Truck Company 2 of the District of Columbia Fire Department, serving the West End since 1871”

Update from DC Fire and EMS:

“The DC firehouse located at 2225 M Street NW is temporarily closed to allow for necessary repairs and upgrades to the apparatus bay floors. This maintenance work is underway to ensure the safety and long‑term functionality of the station. We expect the firehouse to reopen by September 23.

During this temporary closure, all DC Fire and EMS units assigned to this station remain fully in service and are operating from nearby firehouses to ensure uninterrupted emergency response for the community.”

Well this is bizarre. Thanks to a reader for sending this morning: “Walked by this morning and ???” (more…)


photo by DCbmyers

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