Elliot reports: “Just found this at Walgreens pharmacy at 1401 Rhode Island Ave NE. I asked the pharmacist and was told the entire store is closing, not only the pharmacy.” Read More

1601 Rhode Island Ave, NE via Public Option

From The Public Option:

“As winter sets in, The Public Option is taking a pause to reflect on our journey over the past eight years. We’re exploring potential directions for the future, including the possibility of evolving into a community-based cooperative or a non-profit arts venture.

We’re open this weekend: Friday, Saturday, Sunday (12/15 – 12/17) with punk bands playing Friday & Sunday, and Saturday we’re featuring a southern rock band.” Read More

1800 Rhode Island Ave, NE

Thanks to Aaron for sharing:

“Ronnie, the proprietor of Ronnie’s Transmission on Rhode Island Ave NE, DC, recently passed away. A skilled technician and a cornerstone of the neighborhood for decades, Ronnie not only excelled in his small business but also served as a repository of local oral history and a trusted friend to neighbors for decades.

Ronnie’s impact on me and everyone fortunate enough to have crossed paths with him was immense. Working tirelessly in his namesake small business, he was not just a skilled technician underneath his hydraulic lift or inside one of his interior garages; he was a cornerstone of the neighborhood on US Route 1. In his front office, Ronnie thrived professionally and also served as a carrier of local oral history and a trusted friend to the NE D.C. community for decades.

Almost every day, except for his one day off on Sundays, Ronnie would take notice of friends and neighbors passing by. Read More

photo by Pablo Raw

From DC Water:

“All DC Water customers in the impact area under the boil water advisory can use tap water for all purposes after following the instructions provided below.

DC Water issued the boil water advisory as a conservative measure to protect public health, and we sincerely appreciate our customers’ patience while we took necessary precautions to ensure the safety of the tap water we deliver.

DC Water lifted the boil water advisory after tests confirmed that drinking water meets all water quality safety standards. DC Water tested water samples from multiple sites in the affected area and has verified that there is no risk of water contamination from the loss of pressure in some portions of the distribution system. 

Please see the interactive map at dcwater.com or call the 24-Hour Command Center at 202- 612-3400 to verify if your address was in the affected area.

Customers residing in the previously affected area should take the following precautions before returning to normal water usage: Read More

Update:

“Today, the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water) will collect water samples from four to five locations in the area of Northeast D.C. currently under a boil water advisory. These samples will be analyzed at DC Water’s laboratory. Test results should be available Tuesday afternoon. A second round of sampling will also take place tomorrow. Following two consecutive days of clear samples, DC Water will lift the current boil water advisory, which we expect will be on Wednesday.

“Portion of pipe replaced overnight, with split running length-wise.”

DC Water crews will open hydrants in the area to flush the distribution system by circulating fresh water through the system. This process can be repeated if needed.

DC Water issued the Boil Water Advisory after a temporary loss of pressure in the evening of May 28, 2023. DC Water advised customers to boil water first before using it for drinking or cooking if they are in the impacted area. This includes the neighborhoods of Fort Lincoln, Woodridge, and Langdon. The impact area is generally: Read More

This rental is located at 2801 17th St NE. The Craigslist ad says: Read More

photo by VJ Kapur

From MPD:

“Detectives with the Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Crash Investigations Unit are investigating a traffic fatality resulting from a traffic crash that occurred on Friday, February 3, 2023, in the 3000 block of 20th Street, Northeast.

The preliminary investigation revealed that at approximately 11:43 p.m., a 2004 Infiniti G35 was traveling north in the 3000 block of 20th Street, Northeast, at a high rate of speed. Read More

via DPR

From DPR:

“8th Annual Chuck Brown Day
Saturday, August 20 | 2pm – 7pm
Chuck Brown Memorial Park
2901 20th St NE

It’s that time of year when DPR takes center stage to bring you the largest and best celebration of Go-Go in the District. The countdown is on for the 8th Annual Chuck Brown Day! Read More

South Dakota Ave NE & Bladensburg Rd NE

Ed. Note: The artist is Justin Nethercut.

Thanks to James for sending: “I saw this bland beige wall being whitewashed the other day, and this morning was surprised to see the final metamorphosis! What a boon to my daily commute!” Read More

This rental is located at Douglas St NE near 22nd Street NE. The Craigslist ad says:

“$2,200 / 2br – 1500ft2 – Sunny 2 Bedroom Rowhouse with Basement (Langdon – Rhode Island Ave Metro) Read More