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Chef Kevin Tien Spotted Painting over Pom Pom in Petworth!!

Published April 14, 2021 at 10:35AM | Updated April 14, 2021 at 11:20AM

828 Upshur Street, NW

UPDATE from Chef Kevin Tien: “Sorry to burst everyone’s bubble, but not the news you are hoping for.”

Sorry to burst everyone’s bubble, but not the news you are hoping for.

— Kevin Tien (@chefkevtien) April 14, 2021

“Dear PoPville,

The former Himitsu/Pom Pom space at 828 Upshur St NW was being painted black yesterday, and the “For Lease” sign is gone! I haven’t seen/heard anything about what’s going in that space. I should have stopped and asked, but did not.”

Another reader reports: “Kevin Tien was out repainting the Himitsu spot last night! (more…)

#Scuttlebutt

Shooting in NoMa around 11:15pm, Helicopter Spotted in Park View, Shooting in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 8, 2021 at 8:55AM

3rd and K Street, NE

Readers reported: “Police roped off area in front of Indigo at 3rd & K St. NE.”

“Shooting at K&3 NE by indigo. I think I heard at least 8 shots. Victim was still moving when the ambulance took him away. Hoping he makes it”

MPD reported: “Alert: Shooting Investigation in the 300 block of K St NE. No lookout” (more…)

Sound Up For A Cicada Preview

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 7, 2021 at 9:45AM | Updated April 12, 2021 at 11:35AM

Photo by District Shots

Thanks to Agnes for sharing last night:

“NOT A DRILL: Cicadas are here

Interrupted by this solo #broodx early-starter in Petworth tonight. I’d forgotten just how loud these things can get.” (more…)

#cicada countdown

Friends of the White Whale Society Presents

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 6, 2021 at 3:45PM

Thanks to Julio for sending: “This little one was reluctant at first, but here they are right across from Sheridan Circle.”

Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Last Christmas Tree in Town.

#Friends of the White Whale Society

5 People Shot Two of Whom were killed yesterday afternoon in Congress Heights, One Man Shot in Petworth 8:36pm and “Suspect Sought in a Burglary One and Lewd, Indecent, or Obscene Acts Offense” in Georgetown

By Prince Of Petworth

Published April 1, 2021 at 2:40PM

From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Wednesday, March 31, 2021, in the 1300 Block of Congress Street, Southeast.

At approximately 1:21 pm, members of the Seventh District responded to the listed location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, members located two adult male and two adult female victims suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and transported all four victims to local hospitals for treatment. Moments later, members learned of a fifth victim seeking treatment at a local hospital. (more…)

“A friendly reminder about feeding wildlife”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published March 29, 2021 at 12:45PM

“Dear PoPville,

I have noticed that someone is dumping out food for animals in our neighborhood near Barnard Elementary. To date, I have seen cereal and what looks like a several whole sandwiches scattered on the ground. Recently someone has been leaving a cup of water out as well. While it may help some birds, I have watched more than a few rats at a time gorge themselves. I just want to say as a friendly reminder to please get a bird feeder instead.”