Columbia Heights

Early Morning Fire on 14th Street Burns Communications Store and Damages Pupuseria Maria Next Door

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by DC Fire and EMS

Elle reports:

“Could see it all from my bedroom window…glad to see that no one was injured. That pupuseria was a total hidden gem too.”

Updates when we learn more on the status of Pupuseria Maria at 3915 14th Street, NW.

From DC Fire and EMS around 4am:

“Working Fire 3900 block 14th St NW. Fire 1 story commercial building containing several stores. Fire in 1 occupancy at present. Checking for extension. No injuries reported.”

“Update Working Fire 3900 block 14th St NW. Fire 1 story commercial building in 1 store with some extension to adjacent store. Fire knocked down. Hitting hotspots. No injuries reported.”

“Update Working Fire 3900 block 14th St NW. Fire under control. No reports of any injuries. Investigators on scene to determine cause.” (more…)

Dunkin Donuts Abruptly Closes in Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth


14th and Girard St, NW

Damnit. I loved this Dunkin Donuts. They opened up back in 2007. What the hell?!? Thanks to Sarah and Stuart for sending. They always seemed busy. Very very odd.

Stuart writes:

“Seemed to happen without warning and overnight. I showed up this morning for my daily coffee in shock at its sudden closing. Curious to see what happens at this space.”

Sarah spotted the closure on Saturday: (more…)

Bombay Street Food Opening in Columbia Heights Friday!

By Prince Of Petworth


1413 Park Road, NW

From a press release:

“Inspired by the street food he grew up eating in Bombay, restaurateur Asad Sheikh will bring India’s bright and vibrant flavors to Bombay Street Food, opening Friday at 1413 Park Rd NW in Columbia Heights.


Photo by Emma McAlary

Bombay Street Food evokes the sights and sounds of old Bombay, bringing the flavors of both traditional and street food vendors to the Washington, DC dining landscape. After opening award winning restaurants in Northern Virginia (Curry Mantra , London Curry House and 1947), now Sheikh will focus all of his attention on bringing his long time dream of the Bombay-based street food concept to reality. Sheikh and his business partners/chefs Pradip Shrestha and Dolly Khan recently traveled to Bombay for ten days to completely immerse themselves in the culture and do further research on the menu. (more…)

Shots Fired around 5pm in Columbia Heights, Multiple Cars and a Building Hit

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating the sounds of gunshots in the area of 14th Street and Columbia Road NW. At this time, we have not located any shooting victims, but we have found property damage to several vehicles and a building.

Pedestrians and motorists can expect traffic closures in the area. Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

5:10am Shooting around 11th and Florida Ave, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 2300 block of 11th Street NW. And adult male has been transported to an area hospital with non life-threatening gunshot wounds to the extremities.

Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

DC Punk Rock Flea Market & Food Drive is Saturday!

By Prince Of Petworth

From an email:

“In cooperation with Positive Force DC, we bring you DC Punk Rock Flea Market & Food Drive!

Saturday, Nov. 10th 12 PM – 5 PM
St. Stephen & the Incarnation Episcopal Church – Washington, DC
1525 Newton Street, NW

Free to enter, but please bring food to donate. Please bring a donation of whole grain cereal, pasta, rice, peanut butter or canned vegetables, fruit, beans, or tuna for delivery to nearby low-income seniors by We Are Family DC! For more info, see wearefamilydc.org or write Mark Andersen at [email protected].”

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