From MPD:
“MPD is observing an increase in robbery suspects targeting headphones. MPD reminds the community to remain aware of their surroundings, especially while running or jogging. For emergencies, call 911.” (more…)
PSA
May 2024, Brookland, Washington DC
From
“With spring marking the start of bear season, the Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE) and the Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) are reminding residents of what to do in the event they .
While bear encounters are rare in the District, it is essential to be prepared and understand how to respond safely. Bears typically avoid humans, but they may wander into neighborhoods in search of food, especially during the spring and summer months. (more…)
photo by Eric Spiegel
From AlertDC:
“The Washington Navy Yard will conduct a ceremonial gun salute on May 2, 2025, at 10:00AM. A total of eleven (11) loud rounds will be fired from the Leutze Park.”
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Thanks to Ryan for noting: “Very exciting but absolutely insane pool season is only 6 weeks and they move closing time to 6 instead of 8″
You can see all the closing times below: (more…)
photo by Ted Eytan
Thanks to C. for again sharing her great spreadsheet of where to catch all the outdoor movie action this year: (more…)
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“Dear PoPville,
I think there might be a new scam in town. Yesterday by 14th and RI around 7:30am this woman walked up to me looking flustered and said her wallet and purse were just stolen, but she had her phone. She was asking for money to get a cab to Bethesda when I said I didn’t have cash she asked if I had cash app or Zelle (which I don’t). She was very insistent that I go to an atm with her 2 blocks up and when I told her I don’t have a debit card but we should stop into one of the surrounding businesses and see if they can call her a cab she was just very insistent that I give her money and reiterated the ATM. Once I told her I didn’t have a debit card again she kind of dropped the act and said “I’ll just keep asking people” and walked away. Anyway, I just walked past her again today carrying a wad of cash but in the same dress and talking on the phone. (more…)
Thanks to C. for sending from Park View:
“A heads up that I noticed about 20 of these tiny, strange-looking insects on my balcony today. Google informed me that they are lanternfly nymphs, so they were summarily smashed. Stay vigilant!”
“Dear PoPville,
Just had my first experience (Tuesday, 7pm-ish) with the Mpower Energy representatives in McLean Gardens. He shoved his ID in my face, wanted to see my power bill, and said Pepco should have notified me that they were coming. (more…)
photo by H St Weather Geek
Hello PoPville, please enjoy this beautiful week like it’s your last because the mosquitoes are about to come at us with a vengeance like we’ve never known. Well probably exactly like last year.
NOW RELEASE THE BATS!! (and take photos and send them to me if you see any bats, obviously.)
From DC AG Brian Schwalb:
“Scammers are using new technology to create fake audio and videos that sound or look like people and organizations you trust.
These are deepfake phone scams, and they target DC residents — especially senior citizens
Here is how to detect and prevent these scams: (more…)