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Cyclist Hit By Driver on H Street, NE After Reportedly Falling Due to Trolley Tracks

Published January 16, 2020 at 9:45AM

Multiple readers reported around 5pm yesterday (Wednesday):

“H street closed. Cyclist being strapped into gurney *right* in front of the H street ghost bike. Report is she hit the tram tracks, went over the handlebars, and was subsequently struck by a car. Driver fled. some signs of movement but blood everywhere. Head injuries. Helmet crushed. clearly not good, and on way to hospital. Really Not good. Heart goes out.”

When we spoke about this @PoPville on twitter right after it happened many obviously wished the victim well and also urged a warning like Simon: (more…)

“Khepra’s closed on H Street, NE!”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 13, 2020 at 10:22PM

408 H Street, NE via Khepra’s Raw Food Juice Bar

Thanks to Mary for sharing the sad news from Khepra’s Raw Food Juice Bar/Hempburger:

For those not familiar: (more…)

Foodhini comes to Whole Foods on H Street, NE

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 8, 2020 at 11:45AM

inside 600 H Street, NE

Thanks to Grant for sending:

“Foodhini has taken over the space at Wholefoods H Street that Paper Tiger was in. Not sure if they’re going to rotate through all their chefs or how it’s going to work. But seems pretty new.” (more…)

Midnight Shooting on H Street, NE

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 7, 2020 at 9:10AM

Photo by 11th Circuit (ex)FD

From MPD:

“On 1/7/20 at approximately 0001 hours, First District officers responded to the intersection of 14th and H Street NE for sounds of gunshots. On the scene, the officers found a vehicle had collided with a building adjacent to the intersection. The vehicle’s driver was suffering from two gunshot wounds. (more…)

UPDATE: Claimed, Anyone Want to Restore/Take Ownership of the old Birdland Sign formerly of H Street, NE?

By Prince Of Petworth

Published January 6, 2020 at 12:45PM | Updated January 7, 2020 at 11:10AM

Ed. Note: Update – claimed.

“Dear PoPville,

When &pizza was building out their very first place on H Street NE, they were about to throw the old Birdland sign from the previous restaurant that had been at that location right onto the trash truck. I stopped them and asked if they would haul it to a vacant lot owned by friends until we could find a way to save it for posterity. (more…)

Big Changes Coming to Smith Common on H Street – Milk & Honey Coming

By Prince Of Petworth

Published December 31, 2019 at 3:30PM

1245 H Street, NE

Thanks to Grant for sending word about Smith Commons. Holy moly. EaterDC reported:

“In January, Milk & Honey will take over the space at 1245 H Street NE, expanding the reach of a fast-growing Maryland soul food restaurant that’s built on popular breakfast, brunch, and bar menus while expanding to D.C. and Atlanta.”

From Eventbrite:

“The newest Milk & Honey is coming to H Street in January, 2020 and we want you to get the first look! (more…)

9pm Shooting at 6th and Florida/M Street, NE – One Victim Found near 8th and H Street, NE

By Prince Of Petworth

Published December 31, 2019 at 9:20AM | Updated January 1, 2020 at 5:31PM

via google maps

UPDATE: From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Monday, December 30, 2019, in the 600 block of M Street, Northeast.

At approximately 9:15 pm, members of the Fifth District responded to the area for the sounds of gunshots. Officers located an adult male at 8th and H Street, Northeast. The male was unconscious and unresponsive, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victim to an area hospital. After all life-saving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead.

The decedent has been identified as 21 year-old Jibri West, of Northeast, DC. (more…)

“Our Beetlehouse DC location is closed for business.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Published December 30, 2019 at 12:15PM

816 H Street, NE

That was fast. Barred in DC notes “Beetle House lasted less than 3 months in business.” BeetleHouse’s website succinctly says: “Our Beetlehouse DC location is closed for business.”

Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.

HUGE NEWS for H Street: Butter Chicken Company 2 is Coming in February!!!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published December 20, 2019 at 10:15AM

500 H Street, NE

UPDATE: This is huge news that I need people to know!! Unfortunately the owner of Bombay Street Food contacted me and said a BSF is not coming to this location. However, he’s bringing a Butter Chicken Company 2!! Scuttlebutt confirmed from the owner:

“H Street Butter chicken with 2 sides saag panir ( spinach ) Chana Masala ( chickpeas) will be serve ALL DAY.

Opening 1st or 2nd week of February.”

Stay tuned for an exact opening date.

#Scuttlebutt

The Red Boat Papered Over on H Street, NE

By Prince Of Petworth

Published December 19, 2019 at 10:10AM

500 H Street, NE

Thanks to Steve for sending. Looks like that’s all she wrote for the Red Boat as their phone has also been disconnected. They only opened up here back in January 2019. Previously this was home to Micho’s. Updates, as always, when we learn what becomes of the space.

#Pho Patrol