NoMa (Near Northeast)

Hi-Lawn, “Urban Rooftop Bar + Eatery Atop Union Market, introduces new post-pandemic offerings including weekly “Live on the Lawn” music performances, special themed nights & giant chess”

By Prince Of Petworth


1309 5th Street NE courtesy Hi-Lawn

Ed. Note: What could possibly go wrong with giant chess pieces on a roof…

From a press release:

“One of Washington, DC’s largest, most expansive rooftops for outdoor dining, drinking and safe socializing, Hi-Lawn has just introduced several exciting post-pandemic offerings, making it DC’s ultimate warm-weather destination this season. The scenic astroturf-covered green space is now open seven days a week, with live music, giant lawn games, weekly themed nights, and new summer food and drink menus.

Located on the Rooftop at Union Market, the sprawling space (with a capacity of 1040) is the perfect place to spread out, have a picnic and take in the views, outfitted with picnic tables and colorful patio umbrellas, designated picnic spaces on artificial turf, neon-hued lawn lounge furniture, and wood decking with an artfully-designed shipping container bar dispensing draft cocktails, spiked seltzers, craft beers by the can and bucket, and affordable, well-curated wines. (more…)

Fundraiser for “a young, single mother and entrepreneur opening a new coffeehouse in Northeast DC, showcasing Wards 5 and 6.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Christina for passing on the GoFundMe:

“I am a young, single mother and entrepreneur opening a new coffeehouse in Northeast DC, showcasing Wards 5 and 6.

God has placed this amazing opportunity in my heart to open and give back to the communities that make up the majority of Washington DC and that make this city the amazing city it is today.

After experiencing homelessness for myself in DC, I knew I needed to make a difference in the lives of others experiencing the same issues I had, especially single, homeless mothers and their children. I plan to have my coffee shop in Northeast’s Union Market area, (more…)

“NoMa is having a week”

By Prince Of Petworth


1st and M Street, NE

Update from MPD:

“Earlier today officers responded for a reported shooting victim inside the Starbucks located at the corner of M Street, NE and First Street, NE. Upon arrival officers located a victim suffering from a non-life-threatening self inflicted gunshot wound. Officers located the weapon, which was a 9mm Glock handgun with an extended magazine. In addition to the weapon, officers located and seized roughly 8 pounds of marijuana and $,200 from the victim’s vehicle.”

Jenell reports: (more…)

So What The Hell Happened in NoMa Last Night – Your Reports

By Prince Of Petworth

Updates when/if any official info is released from MPD.

S reported around 6pm: “Looks like there’s a fire at the intersection of M St & North Capitol St NW. Just heard a neighbor set off fireworks from that direction, I suspect it may be related.

In other news, there’s a gunman on the loose at the building down the block, so the fireworks were very poorly timed. I hope all neighbors involved are OK!”

DC Fire and EMS reported: “Use of illegal fireworks put dozens of seniors at risk in yesterday’s fire on N. Capitol St. A Roman candle fired from the street ignited a 5th floor balcony. If it explodes or flies it is illegal in DC. For complaints or tips on illegal fireworks e-mail [email protected].”

“Separate from the gunman incident at Avalon First and M/Ava NoMa and the apartment fire at Sibley Plaza Public Housing, there was a third incident in my building this morning involving an FBI presence on the fourth floor.”

“M Street NE between North Cap and 1st is blocked on both ends by police – maybe 30 police vehicles and helicopters circling this one block.” (more…)

Stabbing investigation in NoMa

By Prince Of Petworth


100 block of M Street NE

S reports: “Investigators on seen at NoMa metro station underpass”

MPD reported at 4:50am: “Alert: Stabbing investigation in the 100 block of M Street NE. No lookout at this time.”

“Cement rock thrower Florida and 3rd NE”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Coming down the street in my car from my nephews great 6th birthday in the park. Right before the underpass by Whole Foods. A man clearly not all together yelling and sharing his thoughts for the world to hear, I thought at first was throwing trash at the cars and bikers going by. Ha! Nope! If only…..

To my cars demise … it was a cement rock. (more…)

“Florida Avenue-New York Avenue NE Intersection Project (“Dave Thomas Circle”) 65% Design Public Meeting” is Monday

By Prince Of Petworth

From DDOT:

“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will host a public meeting on Monday, May 17, 2021 to discuss the 65-percent design plans for the Florida Avenue-New York Avenue NE Intersection Project. DDOT is redesigning the intersection, often referred to as “Dave Thomas Circle” or the “Virtual Circle,” to make it safer for pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers in support of Mayor Bowser’s Vision Zero initiative to eliminate serious injuries and fatalities on the District’s roadways. Once complete, the redesigned intersection will: (more…)

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