Author: Prince Of Petworth

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Adam Fagen

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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Fall Pop Up Market on H Street, NE this Weekend

By Prince Of Petworth

“Nesso Plaza is excited to announce a vibrant community gathering event featuring over 50 both local and out-of-area operators, including thrift store vendors, food & beverage, and small businesses from across the region. The event will bring together creators, entrepreneurs, and shoppers for a two-day experience that celebrates culture, creativity, and connection. Attendees can browse unique items, sample local flavors, and engage directly with the makers and small business owners who shape the community’s creative landscape.”

“Norton Introduces Bill to Establish Grant Program to Mitigate Harmful Effects of Train Noise, Vibrations and Derailments on Homes”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Eric P.

From the office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton:

“Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), a senior member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the ranking member of the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit, introduced a bill to establish a grant program for the design and construction of barriers to mitigate rail activity that may harm homes and their occupants, including derailments, noise and vibrations. (more…)

Incredible Photos of those Helicopters and What they were all about.

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Taylor

So apparently I missed a lot of action while I was taking my daughter for her check up (all is well.) OK Catching up on what I missed it appears there were two helicopters this morning. One in Bloomingdale/Eckington and one in NoMa/Union Station.


photo by ejp

Readers reported a carjacking and park police helicopter responding to that one.

For the one near Union Station readers reported: “Amtrak power line inspections”

and (more…)

“DC Lead Pipe Replacement Contractors”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Tim Brown

“Dear PoPville,

Have you already sourced recommendations for which contractor to use for this DC program? If not, would you? We got approved and now need to pick one of their contractors, will need someone who will replace the patio they will need to tear up, so hoping to find the good one in the list.”

“9:30 Club (and other IMP) workers still seeking union recognition”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I’m reaching out to let you know that the IATSE part of IMP (Box office and production staff) are still seeking the same pathway towards union recognition IMP gave to door staff, bartenders, hospitality, and kitchen staff.

We are still seeking the same path towards recognition. We are hoping that the public could show their support for us by emailing [email protected] to voice their support for box office and production staff.”

“Any Office/ Meeting Supply Stores Left in DC?”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

This week I was working an event in DC/ Downtown and was in need of last minute name badge stock. I realized that since the Staples and Office Max closed, there are no brick and mortar stores in DC proper.
I called the nearest FedEx Business Office store, (more…)

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