
1625 North Capitol Street, NE
Thanks to P. for sending: “new signage up at the site of the old flea market near North Capitol and Quincy NE in Eckington.”
Sabon Delights (more…)

1625 North Capitol Street, NE
Thanks to P. for sending: “new signage up at the site of the old flea market near North Capitol and Quincy NE in Eckington.”
Sabon Delights (more…)

A reader sends from Eckington where this lawlessness, apparently, happens frequently. No leash, no cleanup. This is a breakdown of the societal contract. This aggression must not stand. And yes, it’s not the pup’s fault. That’s for sure.

1501 Harry Thomas Way, NE
“Dear PoPville,
New DOB permits at 1501 Harry Thomas Way, at Alethia Tanner Park. Detailed to be a ‘gymnasium’ (more…)

138 U Street, NE
Yang Market 3.0 opened in Eckington back in January 2020 (the original closed in 2018.)
Thanks to H. and J. for sending the sad news about Yang Market closing:
“Yang Market is closing on 12/20. A loss for Eckington.” (more…)

Update from DC Fire and EMS: “Update Working Fire 400 block Rhode Island Ave NE. All visible fire knocked down. Checking for hotspots. Fire originated rear porches & extended into interior 2 story mixed use building. No injuries reported. Displacements anticipated.”
DC Fire and EMS reports: “Conditions encountered upon arrival at Working Fire 4th St & Rhode Island Ave NE. Dry, windy conditions led to rapid spread of fire thru rear porches and into 2nd floor”
Thanks to Melissa for sending the video: (more…)

1 Florida Ave, NE
“Dear PoPville,
Trying to figure out a bit of a mystery. The Florian on North Cap and Florida has a sign for an upcoming coffee shop, Cafe Aida. I can’t find anything about it online. There’s a Viennese chain called Aida but no evidence of affiliation. Build out sounds fancy (acoustic ceiling), New York address, but unclear what’s coming.” (more…)

1611 Eckington Place, NE
“Dear PoPville,
Earlier this week, seemingly overnight, all signage and fixtures at Eckington Hall disappeared. The Hall is (was?) a quaint local arts and entertainment venue on Quincy Lane. If it’s gone, that’s sad.”
Eckington Hall’s website currently says: (more…)

“Dear PoPville,
Wanted to share with you the growing movement to sound the alarm and create community on North Capitol and T Street where Eckington and Bloomingdale neighbors gather every night at 8 PM to make some noise.”

Thanks to City Administrator Kevin Donahue for sharing with us:
“If you traverse the New York Avenue bridge over the railroad tracks, you’ll see a big difference! (more…)

1625 Eckington Place, NE
Thanks to E and M for sending: “Signage up at Right Proper Eckington!!!”
Ooh, almost forgot about this: (more…)