
2006 Rhode Island Ave, NE
Thanks to B. and all who’ve been sending word about Aurora Market opening a 2nd location in Woodridge. Happy to see it’s now official! Aurora Market wrote last week: (more…)

2006 Rhode Island Ave, NE
Thanks to B. and all who’ve been sending word about Aurora Market opening a 2nd location in Woodridge. Happy to see it’s now official! Aurora Market wrote last week: (more…)

2006 Rhode Island Ave, NE
Thanks to B. for sending: “Hey! I was anticipating the new tenants to replace Good Food Markets. Then today I saw this. 4/3/2023″
Updates as we learn more.

3419 18th Street, NE
“Dear PoPville,
Here, we sell handmade wellness-related goods made by local businesses and artists (candles, body and hair products, wellness journals, art kits, essential oils, and more), featuring makers of color. We will also hold family friendly art and wellness classes, such as expressive painting, therapeutic journaling, meditative coloring, tea mixing, and more. This is a space to unplug, slow down, and enjoy!
We’re preparing for a soft opening this Friday and weekend.”

photo by DC Fire and EMS
DC Fire and EMS reported: “Update 2 Alarm fire 3400 block S. Dakota Ave NE. Fire under control. Investigators on scene working to determine cause. @PepcoConnect has de-energized the power lines atop the engine.
5 occupants have been displaced and will receive assistance from @RedCrossNCGC.
Update 2 Alarm fire 3400 block S. Dakota Ave NE. Visible fire knocked down. Hitting numerous hotspots. All occupants accounted for. 1 civilian & 1 firefighter transported to hospital non life threatening injuries.”
Thanks to Bradley for sending the after photos: (more…)

2006 Rhode Island Ave, NE
Thanks to Theresa for sending the good news on the Good Food Markets replacement coming to Rhode Island Ave, NE:
The Avenue Market.
Stay tuned.

courtesy DC Brau
From an email:
“DC Brau (3178-B Bladensburg Road, NE), Washington, D.C.’s original craft brewery, Taproom is back! After its recent closure, DC Brau has officially reopened the indoor space at their brewery in Northeast DC! Beer lovers can now enjoy their expertly crafted brews, like the iconic Joint Resolution Hazy IPA or The Public Pale Ale, only feet away from where they’re brewed daily in-house.
The Taproom is a destination for safely gathering with friends and family over a nice cold beer. DC Brau’s Taproom will be open Thursday from 12-4pm, Friday from 4-10pm, Saturday 12-10pm and Sunday from 12-6pm. (more…)

via google maps
Ed. Note: Alan Henney reported “14th St and Rhode Island Ave NE DC. Passing ambulance stopped to assist woman shot in leg…Female victim was possibly an UNINTENDED TARGET DURING A SHOOTOUT. Several autos were struck by gunfire.”
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Fifth District seek the public’s assistance in identifying and locating suspects and a vehicle in reference to an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) offense that occurred on Monday, January 24, 2022, in the 1300 block of Brentwood Road, Northeast.
At approximately 1:51 pm, (more…)

Thanks to Julia for sending around 10:30am: “Went to drop off a PCR and this was the line. This is for free rapids and at home PCR not even a test site”
The video is nuts: (more…)

From an email:
“In June 2021, Gearin’ Up moved from Eckington to a larger location on Rhode Island Ave in Woodridge. In the new 3300 square foot space, Gearin’ Up aims to train more DC youth in bicycle mechanics and entry-level job skills and diversify the DC cycling scene. (more…)

Thanks to Shemaya for sending an update on the sheep spotted last week around Randolph and Eastern in NE:
“Looks like they hired some sheep to mow the grass under the solar panel field at the missionary sisters of charity in Woodridge.” (more…)