Eckington

“Creative use of White House stationery in Eckington”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I found the attached note on a car2go I picked up this morning in front of a row home at 2nd Street NE and Uhland Terrace NE in Eckington. I checked the area, and there aren’t any no parking, restricted parking, or handicap parking signs. Apparently this is just how Trump administration staffers are now using their Official Government Intimidation Stationery. I was very tempted to write at the bottom “This isn’t how public sidewalks and streets work – get out of our city if you want a private driveway” and tack it to their tree.”

Workafrolic, “workspace, playspace, child care, and classes” now open in Eckington

By Prince Of Petworth


1707 North Capitol Street, NE between R and Randolph

Thanks to Nakita for sending:

“Great for parents in DC at the new coworking space Workafrolic that recently opened.

Below you can find information about the classes (it’s an email one of the instructors sent out):
I’m super excited to announce that registration is now open for my program The Boot Camp by Nisa Miller at Workafrolic – a new co working space in the Bloomingdale/Eckington neighborhood located at 1707 North Capitol St NE!

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Today’s Rental is a “Spacious Studio-w-W/D In Unit”

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 2nd and Rhode Island Ave, NE. The Craigslist ad says:

“$1510 / 1br – Incredible Price For Spacious Studio-w-W/D In Unit & Wood Floors

* Rent Today Before It Goes + We’ll Waive $400.00 of your Move-in Fee + 1 Month Free* (call for details).

If you like classic beauty and incredible renovations this is the building for you. Drop in for a tour of our beautifully restored building and apartment homes. We have easy commuting options with the Rhode Island Metro Station just two blocks away, and the bus stops directly in front of the your new community. (more…)

“from the footage it looks like my neighbor stole my car!”

By Prince Of Petworth

“I accidentally left the keys to my car in the car door last Friday evening and someone stole my car (Corner and 3rd and T St NE). I caught it on my security camera, and from the footage it looks like my neighbor stole my car! I filed a police report and provided the footage to the police, but they don’t seem to care about the video. What good is the security footage if the police won’t act on it?? Seems like a waste of money since the city paid me $400 for system. (more…)

WorkaFrolic, “workspace, playspace, child care, and classes”, Coming to Eckington “early 2018”

By Prince Of Petworth


1707 North Capitol Street, NE

WorkaFrolic’s website says:

“Workafrolic is a unique space in Washington DC that fosters productivity, creativity, and community for parents and kids alike.

Workafrolic is built with working parents in mind, bringing the flexibility of traditional coworking spaces to child care and self-care, making it all a little easier – and more enjoyable!

Workafrolic offers workspace, playspace, child care, and classes. With flexible services and prices, there is something for everyone.”

Hours will be:

Weekdays 8am – 7pm

Weekends 10am – 7pm

Stay tuned for an opening date.


North Cap between R and Randolph

“I am trying to find witnesses to an incident from Dec. 11, 2015, at about 8:20 a.m. when a dump truck struck a pedestrian in the crosswalk”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I am trying to find witnesses to an incident from Dec. 11, 2015, at about 8:20 a.m. when a dump truck struck a pedestrian in the crosswalk at the intersection of Eckington Pl. and Q St. NE, right by the Gale Apartments. The pedestrian, a nice young lady who lived nearby, was seriously hurt and spent over a year recovering. A number of people came to help her, including someone named Shelly and someone named Natalie, but she was in no state to get their full names or contact information, which we would like to try and find. I was hoping one of your readers might have seen the incident or the aftermath and would be willing to get in touch to help her out. I am attaching a photograph of the scene in case it helps. I can be emailed at [email protected] if anyone has any information.”

“the suspect apologized for shooting at the victims over mistaken identity” Suspect Arrested.

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD (sent 11:45pm Monday night):

“Members of the 5th District responded to the 425 Rhode Island Avenue NE for reported sounds of gun shots. Upon arrival Officer contacted 6 victims who advised officers that a man displayed  a weapon at them and shot several rounds towards their location.  The victims further reported that the suspect approached them again and apologized for shooting at the victims over mistaken identity. (more…)

Today’s Rental has a “Fenced-in backyard with garden”

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located in Eckington. The Craigslist ad says:

“$2450 / 2br – 2.5 Bed / 1.5 Bath + Garage in Eckington

2 Bed + den / 1.5 bath in the heart of Eckington, available January 1, 2018. Covered garage available.

Apartment Highlights:
– Large south-facing windows
– Fenced-in backyard with garden
– Updated kitchen
– Covered front porch
– Washer/Dryer
– Jacuzzi bath tub
– Unfurnished
– Spacious living room, kitchen & sunroom with 1/2 bath on first floor
– Full bathroom, two bedrooms and a den on the second floor
– Covered garage available for additional $100/month

Eckington Neighborhood Highlights: (more…)

MPD Releases Images of Persons of Interest in an Assault on the MBT (9:38am Monday)

By Prince Of Petworth


via MPD

From MPD:

“Detectives with the Metropolitan Police Department’s Fifth District seek the public’s assistance in identifying two persons of interest in reference to a Robbery (Force and Violence) offense which occurred on the Metropolitan Branch Trail (MBT) at Mile Number 1.4 – S Street, Northeast, on Monday, October 30, 2017.

At approximately 9:38 am, the victim was walking northbound at the listed location, when two suspects approached him from behind. One of the suspects began to physically assault the victim while the second suspect went through his pockets. The suspects then fled the scene with the victim’s property.

A nearby surveillance camera captured two persons of interest in this case. They can be seen in the photos above.

Anyone who has information regarding this case should call police at 202-727-9099. Additionally, information may be submitted to the TEXT TIP LINE by sending a text message to 50411.”

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