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New Filipino Restaurant coming to 11th Street, Bad Saint, Popping up at Crane & Turtle this Saturday and Sunday

By Prince Of Petworth

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828 Upshur Street, NW

Update: Sold out in 2 1/2 hours but they’ll be adding names to our wait list between 12:00 and 1:00pm at (202) 670-4409.

From an email:

“On Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11 from 5:30-9:30pm, Bad Saint will host a dinner pop-up at Crane & Turtle in Petworth. Bad Saint, a Filipino American neighborhood eatery opening in Columbia Heights, will offer a 5-course menu of food from throughout the Philippine archipelago.

The menu will take diners beyond lumpia, pancit, and other gateway dishes, delving deeper into the Malay, Chinese, and Spanish roots of the cuisine. If our November pop-up was an introductory primer on Filipino food, these two nights will comprise an intermediate level workshop, highlighting lesser-known ingredients and regional preparations.

The dinner will be $60 per person, including tax and gratuity. Guests can choose one of two options: an omnivore’s menu or a vegetarian menu.

A limited number of seats are available. Tickets must be reserved and paid for in advance.

Ticket reservations will be taken at (202) 670-4409 on the days and times listed below until tickets are sold out:

Monday, January 5 – Wednesday, January 7
Daily – 12:00-3:00pm

Crane & Turtle is located at 828 Upshur Street, NW.

Bad Saint will be opening on 11th Street, NW in Columbia Heights this winter.”

New Sports Bar and Tavern, The Pitch, opening Monday in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

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4015 Georgia Ave, NW just south of Taylor Street

Your prayers have been answered. Well some of your prayers have been answered. Let me rephrase, my prayers have been answered. We first heard about The Pitch back in May but the liquor license placard language was way off (not to be a Jazz Lounge) this is going to be a real deal sports bar. And for my fellow soccer fans, there is a huge international component. Hours will be Sun.-Thurs. 4pm-12am and Fri.-Sat. 4pm – 2am with happy hour 4-7pm Mon.-Fri.

I stopped in for a chat with the owner and general manager. You’ll just have to trust me on this until you get to check it out for yourself – this place is the real deal. There are two levels with flat screen tvs and a projector for big games/matches. In addition to all DC sports teams they’ll be a huge “destination for international sports” including Premier League and La Liga soccer matches as well as cricket and rugby.

Co-owner Jay Narain says:

“We have created a venue that appeals to a diverse crowd, including families, sports fans and most importantly the resident of the Petworth community, both old and new. Like our neighborhood, our menu is a little Caribbean meets Southern comfort, meets Americana; together that creates some damn good food. Who doesn’t want that?”

Hell freaking yes!!! And for real the guy is a down to earth honest to goodness good guy.

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Oh yeah they have a sweet roof deck (and in the spring will have a nice back patio too):

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And here’s some more info from the owners plus some sweet photos they had hanging on the walls as a taste of what’s to come (more…)

Eagle Spotted on New Hampshire Ave in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

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Whoa, thanks to Amanda for capturing (and sending us) this awesome encounter:

“Driving down New Hampshire in petworth and this beautiful eagle dive bombed into my car trying to collect an injured (dead?) squirrel from the road. It was quite a surprise to realize the giant bird that nearly hit my windshield was an eagle, who then perched on a rooftop for a few minutes looking all majestic before swooping down to collect his supper and flying away. It was quite the show!”

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More shots after the jump. (more…)

Another One – Shots Fired in the 700 block of Varnum Street, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

From Mayor-elect Bowser around 12:30am:

“Thank you to those who joined me this evening in your neighborhood for a walk-thru.

Unfortunately, MPD is currently responding to multiple shots fired at a home in the 700 block of Varnum Street, NW. At this time, there are no injuries to report. MPD responded within minutes and is searching for a burgundy Ford Explorer.

During our walk-thru, I spoke with residents and Commander Manlapaz about additional resources. MPD is all over Ward 4.

Of course, I am continuing to monitor the situation and remain in contact with MPD.

If you were in the vicinity and saw anything, please contact MPD immediately.”

Mayor-Elect Bowser’s Letter To Petworth Addressing Recent Surge In Violence

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Forum:

“Dear Petworth,

The violence of the last few days is unacceptable – no resident should expect to live in fear in Washington, DC.

I am monitoring the situation closely and am in constant contact with Chief Lanier and Commander Manlapaz, who oversee the 4th District.

This evening, the Chief concluded the evening and committed to roll call in Ward 4, and additional foot patrols in the Ward– with a focus on well-known hot spots. Additional resources have been deployed since Christmas Eve and there are more to come.

Tonight, I will tour the Ward with the Commander to ensure deployment of resources.
On Monday, the Chief and her team will provide a full briefing to me from the MPD headquarters, where I will review their immediate action plan to stop violence before it starts.

As always, please be mindful of your surroundings and if you see something, say something.

Sincerely,

Mayor-elect Muriel Bowser
(202) 491-4842”

Props to the Cops – Arrest of Burglary Suspect and Arrest of Subject for Package Thefts

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user KJinDC

From MPD:

“On 12/5/14, unknown persons forced entry into a condominium unit in the 3600 block of New Hampshire Avenue, NW. Taken was assorted jewelry, credit cards, and a vehicle. The vehicle was recovered several days later. The Fourth District Detectives Unit (4DDU) identified a subject based on their investigation into the offense. Today [Tuesday], the 4DDU detective in the case interviewed 18 year old Ayang Henok of Takoma Park, MD. Based on the content of the interview and evidence that had been recovered, Ayan Henok has been charged with Burglary II. In this case, an alert neighbor noticed the forced entry into the victim’s residence who was away on vacation out of state. The quick reporting assisted the detective in gathering pertinent information that assisted in the closure of this case. I cannot stress enough the power of the community and neighbors looking out for one another.

If you notice suspicious activity to please call 911 and provide the best description possible and the exact location.”

and

“On Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at around 3:40 pm, an alert member of the community called the police after they noticed that someone in the rear alley of the 1200 block of Gallatin Street, NW, was carrying packages that did not belong to them. The community member gave a very descriptive lookout that was relayed to the arriving police officers. The officers quickly located a subject that they observed putting packages into a trash can in the rear alley of . After a brief investigation, it was determined that the packages that were in the trash can were stolen from the porches of nearby residences. The subject was placed under arrest. He is identified as 19 year old Julian Wright of the 1200 block of Decatur Street, NW.

This case closure is an example of an alert community member immediately reporting to police suspicious activity and the quick response by officers to locate the suspect. The packages were returned to the owners.”

ANOTHER Shooting (Homicide) in Upper Petworth just after 6pm

By Prince Of Petworth

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A reader sends the photo above and writes:

“Around 6:05 pm tonight I heard 6-10 shots ring out down the street. Turns out someone got shot near the Chinese restaurant on the corner of Georgia Avenue and Delafield Place in upper Petworth.”

From MPD:

“On 12/23/14 around 6:00 PM police responded to a call for the sounds of gunshots. The victim was located suffering from gunshot wounds. Emergency medical personnel attempted to resuscitate the victim but he succumbed to his injuries Homicide detectives are investigating the case.”

Update from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide which occurred in the 900 block of Delafield Place, Northwest.

On Tuesday, December 23, 2014, at approximately 6:07 pm, officers from the Fourth District responded to a call for a shooting in the 900 block of Delafield Place, NW. Upon arrival, they located an adult male unconscious, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services personnel responded and determined there were no signs of life. The decedent was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for the District of Columbia where an autopsy will be performed to determine the cause and manner of death.

The decedent has been identified as 21-year-old Daniel Joseph Hinton, of Northwest, Washington, DC.

The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $25,000 to anyone that provides information which leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons wanted for any homicide committed in the District of Columbia. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the police at (202) 727-9099. Additionally, anonymous information may be submitted to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.”

If the Shootings Don’t Have you Depressed Enough – Christmas Tree Thief

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

A neighbor at the the corner of 10th and Quincy, NW had a decorated Christmas tree in front of their house stolen. In response they have posted this sign with a picture of the Grinch saying “Wanted for Christmas tree theft. If spotted, please call Santa.”

Ugh. At least they have a good sense of humor about it!

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