Ed. Note: Think that name will be allowed to stay?
The liquor license application for Commanders Bar and Lounge says: (more…)
Brightwood Park
via google maps
“Dear PoPville,
I wanted to thank two men who helped me and my three old daughter Friday morning. She was in an accident (got hit by a car crossing the road – she’s fine!) at 5th and Kennedy Street NW. I don’t know either of their names but one man had (more…)
400 Kennedy Street, NW
Thanks to Lauren for sending:
“There is a new woman-owned organic corner market on 4th and Kennedy Streets NW – IYMA Daily Essentials. (more…)
5802 Georgia Ave, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Simple Bar & Grill, a Brightwood institution for over 12 years (& located just north of Petworth on Georgia Ave) has had to close its doors. Over the years, Wilfredo and the whole Simple team tirelessly supported area families and businesses, DC’s LGBTQ+ community, local music & arts scenes, & more. As they are now faced with financial challenges due to the unexpected closure, I’ve started a GoFundMe to help with the unforeseen expenses.”
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A reader shares this incredibly disturbing incident from last night around 11pm in Brightwood Park.
Updates if/when more is learned.
5335 Georgia Ave, NW
Thanks to M. and GB for sending: ” Looks like we are getting some italian food on corner of georgia ave and jefferson (old Macombo Lounge/stripclub location?)” (more…)
701 Kennedy Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Poplar is open at 701 Kennedy St. NW in Brightwood Park. It’s so good to have an intimate and classy place like this in the neighborhood! (more…)
2nd and Kennedy Street, NW
Thanks to Michelle for sending the update on Idido’s Coffee & Social House:
“I think they opened over the weekend. Just got a latte and some banana bread this morning. It’s cute, though maybe not as cute as La Coop. Definitely an asset for this section of Kennedy. I can see myself working there sometimes.”
Check out their menu here.
They’ve posted a liquor license placard too: (more…)
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9th and Jefferson Street, NW. photo by Kathryn
DC Fire and EMS reported just after 1pm:
“Box Alarm 5400 block 9th St NW. Fire showing 2 story dwelling.
Working Fire 5400 block 9th St NW. Well involved fire both floors in rear 2 story semi-detached dwelling. Severe threat to adjacent homes. Knocking down visible fire. No initial report of injuries.
photo by DC Fire and EMS
Update Working Fire 5400 block 9th St NW. (more…)
701 Kennedy Street, NW
Poplar, wine bar and small restaurant, is staring to look good!
And they’ve posted their liquor license application: (more…)