Dupont Circle

Terrible Fire in Dupont Row House Kills Two, Fire Fighters Also Injured

By Prince Of Petworth

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Thanks to all who tweeted and emailed about the terrible fire in Dupont early this morning.

“Massive event at 17th and Riggs NW. Lots of smoke, Eric. Hear loud chain saw. Hope everyone is okay.”

“@dcfireems working hard to put out house fire 1600 block of Riggs NW. Apparently 2 injured so far”

“Multiple fire trucks, ambulances, and police on Riggs at 16th St NW”

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“2 alarm fire next my apt. last night on Riggs street, NW cores out a row house killing two. Others hurt”

From @dcfireems:

“UPDATE: 2 alarm fire. 1600blk of Riggs Pl NW. fire knocked down. 2 pts P1; 2 pts P2; 2 FFs w/minor inj. 6 pts total.”

Fox 5 reports:

“Sources tell FOX 5 two bodies pulled from the third floor were a male and a female. One person was found in the bedroom and the other in the hallway.”

Updates when more is known.

Today’s Rental is a studio for $1573 in Dupont

By Prince Of Petworth

1727 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest

This rental is located at 1727 Massachusetts Avenue, Northwest. The listing says:

“Spacious studio on the 8TH floor of this sought after building in the heart of Dupont Circle. All utilities are included. Enjoy the view from the rooftop and walk everywhere.”

Unfortunately no interior photos but for $1,573/Mo this studio might be worth checking out.

Check Out the Newly redesigned food menu at McClellan’s Retreat

By Prince Of Petworth

McClellan's Retreat, Washington, DC
photos courtesy of McClellan’s Retreat/Scott Suchman

From an email:

“The kitchen at McClellan’s Retreat is small, but the flavors on the newly redesigned food menu are big! Chef Christopher Morgan (The Partisan) is curating the new menu with snacks & sandwiches including:

– Angostura Beef Jerky ($6)

– Local Ham Board with House Mustard & Peach Mostarda ($14)

– Pork Belly Cuban sandwich – Mojo Pork Shoulder, Homemade Pickles, Swiss & Mustard with Zapp’s Chips ($13)

– Grilled Cheese sandwich ($8 – you can add ham & pepper jelly and chips for $3 more)

– Root Vegetable Escabeche with Farmer’s Cheese, Harissa & Flatbread ($13)

– Garden Panini – Asparagus, Swiss, & Garlic Aioli with Zapp’s Chips ($11)

The upper Dupont watering hole [Florida Avenue & S Street NW] also recently added two new specialty cocktails for the summer months, and has been hosting Game of Thrones watch parties at the bar on Sunday nights.”

Drybar coming to former Custom Fuel Space in Dupont this Summer

By Prince Of Petworth

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1635 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Ed. Note: This is the former Custom Fuel pizza location and Potbelly before that.

From a press release:

“After much anticipation, and as a result of the popularity of its shops in Georgetown and Bethesda, Drybar will open its third and fourth DC area locations this summer. Drybar’s refreshingly simple concept: “No cuts. No color. Just blowouts” has captivated a legion of loyal clients across the country. Now Drybar is heading to one of the most historic neighborhoods in our nation’s capitol (Dupont Circle) and is also settling into the hub of downtown (Penn Quarter). With additional openings on the horizon in NYC, Chicago, LA, and Denver, Drybar is on track to have over 50 locations nationwide by the end of 2015.”

Friendly Chihuahua Mix found in Dupont

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dog found without collar on 17th St and New Hampshire Ave NW last night (5/21) around 11:30 PM. She is a happy and friendly chihuahua mix. Will be taking to shelter on New York Ave around 9:30 AM today. Hope to reunite her with owner – please call 215-206-1844.”

Unacceptable: “Out of Town Cops Catcalling Me”

By Prince Of Petworth

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A reader writes:

“As I was walking home from work yesterday along Swann Street NW between 16th and 15th Streets, a cop car drove up slowly next me and yelled ‘Hey Neighbor!’ I looked at the car and there were 2 young-ish looking cops and I replied ‘Are you talking to me?’ and they said ‘Yeah, good looking’ well I continued to keep walking ignoring that idiot remark, shaking my head as I went and could hear them laughing. This was a little too creepy especially for cops (in uniform), and I definitely did not appreciate it. I took photos of their car (which is now parked on Swann Street NW) – see the attached, Kentucky license plates, and it says Richmond. Why are Richmond, Kentucky cops doing here? And why are they being obnoxious? Idiots…”

Ed. Note: This week is police week.”Currently, tens of thousands of law enforcement officers from around the world converge on Washington, DC to participate in a number of planned events which honor those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice.”

OP has written the Richmond, KY police department about this incident as well.

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