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“Dear PoPville,

I know I’m going to push a lot of buttons here, but as a Southern California girl who grew up eating a true Jewish Delicatessens, I’d hands down say one of the best pastrami Reuben’s in DC is at the carving room in NoMa.

Had to pass this along.”

Ed. Note: And my God does the pastrami poblano sandwich look good too: (more…)


Ed. Note: It sounds like it could be related to the 3:45pm shooting near the Petworth metro yesterday afternoon.

“Dear PoPville,

Any idea what was happened on the red line yesterday? I was on a north-bound red line train around 4:15 in the afternoon, and when we got to Fort Totten, the police held the train after departing passengers got off (though those of us who were continuing north remained on the train). Officers (with guns unholstered) stood at every open door and did not allow anyone to enter the train (but also didn’t direct those of us on the train to get off). Then a group of police (with guns drawn, shields up, and “SWAT” emblazoned on uniforms) moved from car to car doing what appeared to be a sweep. (more…)


“Dear PoPville,

Does anyone know the plan to (hopefully) redevelop the property at 1900 7th St NW where the abandoned CVS is? This area has turned into an open air drug market, including the Wells Fargo and the area across from the Howard Theater. A redevelopment of that property would certainly help the situation.”



photo by Victoria Pickering

“Dear PoPville,

I was walking on Georgia Ave between Lamont and Kenyon this afternoon (Saturday) when I came across a wad of cash on the ground–turned out to be $500!!! If this is your money, glad to be connected (to confirm you are the rightful owner, I’ll ask a couple identifying questions based on the receipt that was also with the cash).

Question for the community: if no one claims the money, I’d welcome ideas for where to donate it–people, groups, causes–where 500 bucks would go a long way. Thank you!


“Dear PoPville,

I just wanted to write in with my experience with DC 911 on Monday 12th at 3:40pm. I called 911 to report a man attempting to break into cars in broad daylight as I sat in my bay window he moved from car to car trying various doors of multiple cars. (more…)


“Dear PoPville,

Wondering if anyone has any information on what sounds like car alarms on electric scooters. Around 14th and U they are constant, and last for varying amounts of time. Is it a specific brand of scooter? What sets off the alarms? Does anyone know how to shut them off? Any information is appreciated! Thanks!”


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