Author: Prince Of Petworth

“Pepco billing anomalies – seems more than just “higher usage during winter” – anyone else experiencing the same?”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear POPville,

I have noticed some really unusual activity on my Pepco account and wondering if others are seeing similar/have any suggested course of action? I contacted Pepco after last billing cycle to contest the amount (almost $300!), and they said they would send techs out to read the meter since the bill was based on an estimate. The next day, without warning or scheduling, two reps from Pepco tried to buzz into my building while I was at work, and I never heard from them or Pepco again. I live in a one bedroom, 600sqft apartment and don’t have any unusual/high energy demand (I don’t think), and these are my bills since moving in: (more…)

Mayor Bowser: “deeply concerned about the provision included in the NDAA which would allow military departments to authorize training missions in DC’s already crowded and complex airspace.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser issued the following statement in opposition to Section 373 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which would expand military access to Washington, DC’s airspace:

“I am deeply concerned about the provision included in the NDAA which would allow military departments to authorize training missions in DC’s already crowded and complex airspace. Following the tragic crash over the Potomac River in January, federal agencies including the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the U.S. Department of Transportation issued urgent safety recommendations and implemented measures to protect everyone flying to and from our nation’s capital. This provision disregards those efforts and reverses the progress we’ve made. (more…)

BIG BAGEL NEWS: Andy’s (Pizza) Getting in on the Game!!

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Scott Suchman

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I feel comfortable opining about two foods and two foods only – Pizza and Bagels. And I guess the stars have aligned. Now I’m not gonna lose my mind until I try one but mark me as very optimistic about this development. If the bagels are anywhere as good as the pizza then fellow bagel lovers are in for some very good news indeed.

Bold move launching in Bethesda though…

Andy’s Pizza posted last night:

“We’re making lists and we’re checking them twice! We are officially launching Bagels @ Andy’s at our Bethesda location every dang day from 7am-10:59am. (more…)

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Ron Cohn

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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Big Police Presence, Road Closure on H Street, NE Due to Crash, possible stolen car

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to G. for sending from the 1300 block of H Street, NE: “Stolen car coming down the alley next to Henceforth between G and H. Hit cars on H Street.”

From AlertDC:

“MPD reports all travel lanes in the 1300 block of H Street, NE, between 12th and 13th Streets are closed due to a vehicle crash. Please use alternate routes and expect delays”

More photos from the scene: (more…)

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