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Two Stabbed in Columbia Heights, Two Shot in Truxton Circle Last Night

Published June 15, 2013 at 8:28AM

@IAFF36 tweeted around 10pm:

“Stabbing – 14th St & Parkwood Pl NW – multiple people stabbed, add’l ALS & transport units req #dcfd #ColumbiaHeightsDC”

Then followed up with:

“Update – 14th St & Parkwood Pl NW – 1 stabbed, treated & transp to trauma center, life threatening; 2nd pt stabbed & fled scene”

Around 10:30pm @IAFF36 tweeted:

“Shooting – 100blk Bates St NW – male shot, treating & transporting to trauma center #dcfd #TruxtonCircleDC”

@DCAlerts tweeted that there were 2 victims:

“Police Alert- Shooting_2214HRS_100 BLK OF BATES ST, NW_2 MALE VICTIM CONSCIOUS AND BREATHING.”

Columbia Heights Power Outage Closes Wonderland, Room 11, Arthur’s Grocery, and El Chucho

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 12, 2013 at 9:06PM | Updated June 12, 2013 at 9:23PM

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Thanks to a reader for sending word and the photo above from Wonderland and the photo below from Red Rocks. Reader says power out from the south side of Park Rd, NW to at least Kenyon on 11th Street.

Update: On twitter another @Shipsa01 says:

“power outage in #BloomingdaleDC closed @RedHenDC”

And @KJinDC7 says Park View is also experiencing outage.

@capitaljeff says:

“#PEPCO map shows outages in Dupont, Logan, West End as well. So far no problem here n.border of 20037 in Dupont.”

and ‏@AndrewLoeb says:

“Power outage extending east to GA Ave.”

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option – Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 12, 2013 at 3:00PM

1030 Park Road Northwest

This rental is located at 1030 Park Road, Northwest:

The listing says:

“Great Location. Great Basement Apartment! High ceilings. Exposed brick wall. Great Patio and yard in the back. Beautiful This house is almost on the corner of 11th and Park Road, only steps to Red Rocks Brick Oven gourmet pizza, & across the street from Meridian Pint, The Coupe 24 hour Diner, Maple, Room 11 Wine Bar. Also, steps to the 24 hour Giant Food, Target, Washington Sports Club, DSW, etc.”

This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $1,950/Mo.

Judging New Restaurants – Mad Momos

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 12, 2013 at 12:00PM

3605 14th Street, NW

Mad Momos opened up in Columbia Heights back in Dec. 2012. You can see what the inside looks like here and take a look at their menus here. Any must order items?

EL Atardecer Restaurant Coming to former DC Fish Carryout space in Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 11, 2013 at 11:11PM | Updated June 12, 2013 at 3:34PM

3475 14th Street, NW

Back in Feb. 2013 I shared some scuttlebutt that a Mexican restaurant would be coming to the former DC Fish Carryout space [where MPD had previously found large quantities of crack cocaine] at the corner of 14th and Otis Place, NW. A recent liquor license posted out front says:

EL Atardecer Restaurant

New restaurant serving Salvadorean and Mexican cuisine with seating for 60 patrons. Total occupancy is 60. Sidewalk Café with seating for approximately 29 patrons.

They hope to be open Sunday through Saturday 7am-3am.

Updates when they get closer to opening.

3581 13th St, NW To Be Developed by Cap City Real Estate

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 10, 2013 at 4:00PM

3581 13th Street, NW

Previously Capital City Real Estate developers have renovated nearby at 3546 13th St, NW and 3552 13th St, NW. Looking forward to seeing how this one turns out. More photos after the jump. (more…)

Update on Tinto, Coming to Columbia Heights, Will be a Wine and Whiskey Bistro and Art Gallery

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 10, 2013 at 11:30AM | Updated June 11, 2013 at 2:10PM

3463 14th Street, NW

Last week I shared word that a new restaurant called Tinto would be opening up next Taqueria Distrito Federal at 3463 14th Street, NW in Columbia Heights. At the time, a liquor license application posted out front indicated that the restaurant would be South American Fusion. The owner reached out to me via email and says that was an old concept – actually the space will be:

“a wine and whiskey bistro and gallery. We will feature local art every 6 weeks, our menu is Mediterranean influenced tapas/small plates sourced from local farms.”

The goal is to open in late October. Updates as we get closer to the date.

Freecycle Fete in Columbia Heights this Saturday

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 7, 2013 at 5:00PM

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Mr. T in DC

From an email:

What: Freecycle Fete

When: Saturday, June 8th from 3pm-7pm

Where: Columbia Heights Civic Plaza/ Tivoli Square on the corner of Park & 14th (Columbia Heights)

Cost: Free

What’s Happening: Think of it as a garage sale where everything is free. Have stuff around your house you don’t need anymore? Bring it on down and set up “shop” on one of our tables. Looking for new treasures to furnish your pad? You’ll be sure to find them here. This is a chance to cleanse your closets without wasting what could be a friendly neighbor’s newest treasure. As if that wasn’t enough, we’ll have karaoke, pie eating contest, games, prizes, music (ahem- dancefloor, anyone?), and onsite food trucks.

More info and to RSVP here.

The Hilltop Restaurant and Bar Looking for Neighborhood Support from those near 2737 Sherman Ave, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 6, 2013 at 12:30PM

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Back in January 2013 we learned of plans for a new restaurant and bar called The Hilltop, coming to the corner of Girard and Sherman Avenue, NW.

From owner Sam Jahanbeen:

The Hilltop needs your help! We’re going in front of the Board of Zoning Adjustments to get a special exception – it’s the final step that’ll allow us to open our (and your) new neighborhood restaurant. It’s an easy process but its very important that we show the neighborhood has our back. With that said, if you have moment – please print, sign, and return this letter of support (below). If possible please send them no later than June 14th, 2013.

Thanks for supporting us – and we look forward to seeing you on opening day!

Letter of Support (PDF)