1100 15th Street, NW
Back in August we learned that Philotimo would be re-opening “early this Fall.”
A peek inside reveals: (more…)
Neighborhoods
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Ed. Note: A reader reports, “2 of my neighbors had their windows broken by the gunfire. Thankfully no one in the building was hurt.”
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a shooting that killed a man in Northwest, D.C.
On Saturday, October 7, 2023, at approximately 1:25 p.m., Fourth District officers responded to the 5500 block of 7th Street, Northwest, for the report of a shooting. (more…)
This rental is located at 2000 F Street Northwest. The Craigslist ad says: (more…)
photo by Annie Miller
“Dear PoPville,
My partner and I got engaged on Sunday (10/8) around 11am, near the trailhead to Rock Creek/Piney Branch off 17th St. Just wondering if any of the neighbors might have caught the proposal on a porch cam. We would love to see it, thanks!”
If anyone does you can email me at [email protected] and I’ll pass it on to OP.
photo by Emma K Alexandra
From the National Park Service:
“The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comments on the environmental assessment (EA) for the demolition of the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium (RFK Stadium). This EA looks at the impacts that would occur from the NPS authorizing the District of Columbia, through Events DC, to demolish RFK Stadium. The public is invited to review the EA and share comments from Oct. 10 to Nov. 9. (more…)
18th and Columbia Road, NW
Thanks to JM for sending: “I’m excited about it! I love the work that Jubilee Housing does.” WTOP reported:
“Truist Bank has donated the former SunTrust Bank branch and adjacent plaza at the corner of Columbia Road and 18th Street NW in Adams Morgan to nonprofit Jubilee Housing, clearing the way for development of affordable housing on the prominent site.”
The Washington Business Journal reported:
“The new owner says it will work with the community to determine next steps.”
STAY TUNED.
Last month we learned that Booeymonger had abruptly closed in Friendship Heights, thus ending their presence in DC. At that time we heard the folks running the adjacent corner store were exploring taking over the sandwich shop. But according the the sign above – looks like Booeymonger is coming back! (more…)
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Dupont Circle 8:57am photo by Scott
From WMATA:
“Red Line Customers: Trains are single tracking between Farragut North and Judiciary Square due to an immobile train. Expect delays in both directions with trains running every 15 minutes. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your patience. (more…)
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1211 Connecticut Ave, NW
From an email:
“The Team at Roasting Plant is excited to celebrate our soft opening Wednesday, Oct. 11, at 1211 Connecticut Ave. NW (8 a.m. to 2 p.m.), marking the first of our three locations in the nation’s capital. (more…)
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1612 14th Street, NW
Update from DC Fire and EMS: “Update Box Alarm 1600 block 14th St NW. Fire under control with no injuries. Investigators on scene to determine cause.”
Thanks to Kim for sending around 4pm: “Smoke coming out of Pearl Dive new roof area… huge fire presence”
From AlertDC: “DC FEMS reports the 1600 block of 14th Street, NW, between Church and R Streets is closed due to fire department activity. Please use alternate routes.”
From DC Fire and EMS: (more…)