Brightwood Park

1:08pm Shots Fired in Petworth, 12:45pm Armed Robbery in Hill East

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“On Wednesday, December 2, 2020, at approximately 1:08 pm, MPD received a call for Sounds of gunshots in the area of 4th and Delafield Place NW. MPD responded and located shell casings in the 300 block of Delafield Pl NW. Anyone with information or video is asked to contact MPD at 202-727-9099 or text 50411.”

From MPD:

“Today at approximately 12:45 PM, two suspects approached a person walking in the 1600 block of C St SE. One suspect brandished a gun and the other demanded property. The suspects took some of the victim’s personal property before fleeing east on C St. The victim was uninjured. The suspects were described as (1) a black male, late teens-early 20s, thin build, 5’11”, wearing a black hoody and (2) a black male, 6′-6’2″, wearing a dark hoody and black pants with white stripes. Anyone who may have seen this or has relevant information is asked to please call in a tip to 202-727-9099 or anonymously text 50-411.”

Dear PoPville

“Out-of-State Gifted Car?”

By Prince Of Petworth


not the car in question just a sweet city ride I passed on a recent walkabout

“Dear PoPville,

Online research has me going in circles and I can’t find anything quite this specific in the archives.

Basically, my parents (they live in Illinois) are graciously gifting me (I live in DC) their old car. I need some help in terms of the order of operations here: Do I have them transfer the title to me in Illinois (where I think the recipient needs an Illinois address….which I don’t have) and pay the applicable taxes associated with that and THEN have the title transferred from Illinois to DC? Or am I able to do both an ownership and location title transfer all within DC? (more…)

Sponsored

DC Fresh Finds for April 29, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

1007 O Street NW
1007 O Street NW

A Logan Circle townhome built to stop you mid-scroll: 1007 O Street NW

  • Custom 2021 OPaL build
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  • Off-street parking + spa-like primary suite

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 6BR/6FB/2HB contemporary detached residence in Kent—all for $13M.
  • “A rare offering in the heart of Petworth, 4129 8th St NW #1 is ideally positioned on the corner of 8th and Upshur — a coveted setting that welcomes exceptional natural light from multiple exposures while placing some of the neighborhood’s most celebrated destinations just steps from your door.”
  • “Rarely available Victorian-style detached single-family home in the sought-after Sixteenth Street Heights neighborhood of NW Washington, DC. This stately 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence blends timeless character with generous living space and classic architectural details.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is “perfectly situated on a secluded tree-lined street, this grandiose residence and all of its splendor embody what many have come to admire about Washington, DC” and offers “the convenience of not one but two kitchens and four oversized bedrooms.”
More Fresh Finds
Chinatown

Anyone know the story with BYNDfit?

By Prince Of Petworth


650 F Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I was wondering if you or anyone in the community knows what happened to BYNDfit that was supposed to open in Chinatown in March but obviously was delayed due to COVID. Their social media is dark but was curious if they are still in business or ever planning to open. They have a prime location and it was supposed to be super cool.”

Ed. Note: Given the current phase two status they very well could just be waiting until things improve.

Update from BYNDfit:

“The BYNDfit team delayed our launch indefinitely in March when the pandemic began its first surge in the region, while also remaining watchful to all COVID-related updates from the Mayor’s office. We’ve always been hopeful that the scientific community would be able to create a vaccine at a record pace, and it turns out our faith was well placed in these heroes. With light at the end of the tunnel, we would be foolish to jeopardize anybody’s health (either that of our members or staff) in an effort to rush our grand opening.

We’ve always prioritized health and safety above all else and will continue to have this be our guiding ethos during this time.

We can’t give an exact date of when we will open our doors, but our plans are steadfast to launch BYNDfit sometime in 2021 and we hope (like the rest of the world is hoping) the future will be brighter for everyone with regards to COVID.

All the best,
The BYNDfit Team”

Announcement

Top 5 and Climbing: Local Child Needs Votes to Reach #1 in Jr. Ranger Contest Group Phase

By Tiffany Lavinder

Local rising kindergartener, Phin, has advanced to the Top 5 in his group in the national Jr. Ranger Contest, a competition that celebrates children who are passionate about nature, wildlife, and exploration. After making it through earlier rounds with strong family and friend support, Phin is now in 4th place and working toward the top spot needed to move on to the quarterfinals.

The contest encourages kids to engage with the outdoors and highlights their curiosity and love for learning about the natural world. For Phin and his family, this experience has been both exciting and meaningful, made even more special by the encouragement from friends, neighbors, and the broader community.

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Columbia Heights

Ossobuco opened in Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth


3418 11th Street, NW

Thanks to Anthony for sending the good word: “I hope to inform the Columbia Heights community that seeing clients entering the new restaurant on 11th St called Ossobuco has opened.”

Their website is still being worked on but presumably we’ll be able to see their menu here. Anyone take an early taste?

Update: Thanks to Matt for sending a PDF of the menu – Ossobuco Menu (PDF)

Ed. Note: This is the former Maple space (and Columbia Heights Coffee back in the day.)

Event

DCCO Season Finale – “Portraits in Time”

Church of the Epiphany

1317 G St., NW

Washington, 20005

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The DC Concert Orchestra presents Portraits in Time, the last concert in our season themed A World Mosaic. The concert runs approximately 90 minutes with one 15 minute intermission. DCCO commissioned a new work by DC composer Blair Goins. There will be interactive discussions with the composer Blair Goins at performance time and after the concert. Please join us afterwards to learn more about this exciting new work and the composer.

On the program:

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Beer

“Limited-Release Brew Honoring Ben Tolkan Will Be Available in DC Starting December 11th”

By Prince Of Petworth

From DC Brau:

“The DC beer community lost our friend Ben Tolkan this past October after an epic five-and-a-half-year battle with Ewing’s Sarcoma. A charismatic mainstay within the community, Ben worked the bar at Pizzeria Paradiso before representing Brooklyn Brewery and DC Brau in the District. To honor his memory and his inspiring contribution to the DC craft beer scene, seven local breweries, along with longtime friends and family members, have come together to create a special American Pale Ale called Living the Dream, which will be available in limited quantities throughout Washington, DC, starting on Friday, December 11th.

“Ben’s unwavering optimism was infectious,” says DC Brau CEO & Co-Founder Brandon Skall. “He always saw the cup half full and the world as a beautiful place full of life and laughter. He always had a smile on his face, and spent each day ‘living the dream.’ We were honored to have him as part of the DC Brau family.”

The idea of the project came together in early November. The breweries collaborated with Ben’s friends and family, along with other community partners, including Pizzeria Paradiso and Jerkface Jerky, on the beer’s development. DC Brau is spearheading the Living the Dream brew along with contributions from Right Proper, Atlas Brew Works, 3 Stars, Bluejacket, Oxbow, and Hellbender. 
(more…)

DC Government

“Trash Hauling Company Must Pay $78K For Operating in DC Neighborhoods Before 7AM”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Hannah F

From the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia:

“Attorney General Karl A. Racine today announced a settlement requiring Bates Trucking Co. Inc., a solid waste disposal company, to pay $78,702 to the District for illegally collecting in residential neighborhoods, including Dupont Circle and Logan Circle, late at night and early in the morning. (more…)

Bars

Across the Pond could use some love – check out their Holiday Deals and other ways to help

By Prince Of Petworth


1732 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Lots of folks have passed on the request from Across the Pond:

“The COVID Roller Coaster Continues…

For the past nine months, our goal has been to hang on until next spring. The return of conferences, sports and tourists, along with promising news on vaccines, gave us hope.

But like so many other DC restaurants, we’re a bit worried. Recent spikes have impacted on-premise dining; cold weather is hampering outdoor dining; some of our local customers have temporarily relocated; or in some cases, just aren’t aware that we’re open.

We are lucky, we have very understanding landlords, they want to see us hang on…and that makes us want to keep going. For them, for our customers, for our staff and for us…we’ve given all we’ve had.

So if you’re in any position to help, here are some suggestions: (more…)

Medical

December 1 Coronavirus Data Posted: 21,842

By Prince Of Petworth


Yesterday there were 21,685 total positives.

explore all the official D.C. data here

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Tuesday, December 1, 2020 includes 157 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 21,842.

The District reported that five additional residents lost their lives due to COVID-19.

· 62-year-old male
· 67-year-old male
· 69-year-old female
· 72-year-old female
· 85-year-old female

Tragically, 690 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.

Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)

Bars

“No matter what happens, we want to assure folks that Ivy and Coney is not going anywhere.”

By Prince Of Petworth


1537 7th Street, NW

Ed. Note: The Rona has taken the annual Chai-vy and Cohen-y Hanukkah Bar from us :(

From Ivy and Coney:

“Ivy and Coney Pauses In-House Dining, Continues Pickup and Delivery

Ivy and Coney, DC’s home for tube meat sandwiches and baseball, ​will be pausing in-house dining for the foreseeable future. ​ We will be serving up dogs and pouring Malort on the deck through this ​Sunday, December 6th​. While the deck is closed, pickup and delivery through DC To-GoGo will continue Thursday to Sunday. So don’t worry, you’ll still be able to get your hot dog and Detroit pizza fix. On top of that, we hope to get a fun market for people to shop online for a variety of local products up and running in time for the holidays (stay tuned!)

No matter what happens, we want to assure folks that Ivy and Coney is not going anywhere. (more…)

Announcement

Astro Jump Now Offers Trackless Train Rentals in Washington, DC, Northern Virginia & Maryland

By Astro Jump of Metro DC

Astro Jump of Metro DC now offers trackless train rentals for events across Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.

The trackless train is available for school events, festivals, corporate events, and private parties, and can operate on parking lots, roads, and other paved surfaces. The train includes four passenger cars that comfortably fit both children and adults, making it a versatile attraction for a wide range of event types.

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