Chinatown

Matchbox Opening Penn Quarter Location Wednesday July 3

By Prince Of Petworth


750 E Street, NW (back in February)

From a press release:

“Today, Matchbox announces a July 3 opening for its newest location, a 4,360-square-foot space at 750 E Street NW in Washington, D.C. The homegrown chain recently closed its original Chinatown restaurant at 713 H Street NW to welcome the Penn Quarter arrival, which is located just three blocks away and boasts a 28-seat sidewalk patio in addition to 125 seats indoors. Fueled by its investment funding from Thompson Hospitality, Matchbox will continue brand-wide growth in the region with stores slated to open in Bethesda, Md. later this summer and in Reston, Va. in early 2020. (more…)

Two Shot One Man Killed Saturday 9:50pm Shooting(s) in Park View; 3:15pm Shooting Homicide Saturday in Navy Yard; 8:15pm Shooting Sunday near Chinatown Metro

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Dr. Steve Taylor

From MPD:

“On June 22, 2019, at approximately 9:50pm, patrol officers of the Fourth District received a 911 call regarding a shooting in the 600 block of Morton St NW and the 3400 block of Georgia Avenue NW. Upon officers’ arrival, one adult male was located in an unconscious state on Morton St NW with multiple gunshot wounds. (more…)

The Sidewalk Repair Vigilante Legend, Kurt, is Back But Forced to Pack Up Again

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Jess Pezley

Thanks to Jess for sending the “Vigilante sidewalk repair” update:

“Update to the Update: He’s back at it this morning! It appears that a city official ordered him to leave, so Kurt (his name is Kurt) is sweeping up the mess & packing up his stuff.”

WJLA reported last night:

“Madsen says, “Why am I here? Because this is unsafe.” (more…)

“Vigilante sidewalk repair”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Tuesday at the bus stop at H & 6th NW.

FBI, GAO, and “wet floor” cones.

Wednesday:

Working in the street with a single cone for protection from traffic.

A police officer came and explained that it’s city property, not safe, etc. and he left/was removed.

Thursday (today): (more…)

“Anyone See What Happened?”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Joint Gifts

JG reported last night:

“Oops! Trolley over the sidewalk and up someone’s front steps at 6th and I Street, NW. Anyone see what happened? It was like this when I walked past at 11:30 pm.”

“no idea what the hell Anthem Row is though”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Craig for sending from Equinox coming to Mount Vernon Square/Chinatown:

“Dedicated to the art, science and style of living well, the Equinox fitness clubs in Washington are transforming the experience of gyms in the DC-area. With soothing spas, exclusive boutiques and innovative classes that test your limits, these health and wellness sanctuaries deliver a holistic approach to looking and feeling your best. Truly, Equinox represents the Washington, DC fitness experience at its finest.”

Ed. Note: You can see all your favorite gyms here.

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