Councilmember Janeese Lewis George asks for a cease of gunfire

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Councilmember Janeese Lewis George asks for a cease of gunfire

On Friday, January 13th, Ward 4 Councilmember Janeese Lewis George called a press conference to address the high level of gun violence that Ward 4 has seen since the beginning of the year. The press conference was at the corner of Georgia and Kennedy, a corridor that is no stranger to gun violence.

Councilmember Lewis George brought together members of the community with her to the press conference to share a common message:

“Put the guns down.”

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701 Kennedy Street... vacant forever?

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701 Kennedy Street... vacant forever?

After some digging through tax records, the tax code, court documents, and talking to the Department of Building (DOB) Records, we can confirm again that the chances of Rotonda Pizza opening are at or near zero.

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Holiday Lights comes to the Petworth area and across DC

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Holiday Lights comes to the Petworth area and across DC

This year, the District has a little extra sparkle for the holiday season. From November 18th to January 8th, residents are invited to take a stroll down each of the fourteen participating corridors to experience a dazzling array of lights and decor, enjoy holiday promotions, and shop local.

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Sherman Circle Spooktacular is a Halloween event for the family this weekend!

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Sherman Circle Spooktacular is a Halloween event for the family this weekend!

Come out and join your neighbors for the Sherman Circle Spooktacular (3-6 pm, Oct 30, Sherman Circle NW and surrounds), a FREE family Halloween event planned by Petworth Peanuts.

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Down in the Reeds free music festival returns to the Parks at Walter Reed on 10/8

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Down in the Reeds free music festival returns to the Parks at Walter Reed on 10/8

The third annual Down in the Reeds music festival is back for a full day of free music and events at the Parks at Walter Reed. Kicking off at 11am until 7pm on Saturday, October 8th, the music festival has a ton of great things happening.

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Guenet rebounds from pandemic and graces Petworth with Gueny’s Café

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Guenet rebounds from pandemic and graces Petworth with Gueny’s Café

Guenet Tadesse reevaluated her passion for food service and decided what better way to get delicious food in front of the DC community than by opening a restaurant? She compiled the profits from her catering business and Gueny’s Café on Georgia Avenue was born.

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DC releases updated plans for Kennedy Street

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DC releases updated plans for Kennedy Street

Last month DC’s Office of Planning quietly released a streetscape design for Kennedy Street, specifically between Georgia Avenue and North Capitol Street.

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A Neighborhood Nuisance: the ongoing saga of 433 Kennedy Street NW

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A Neighborhood Nuisance: the ongoing saga of 433 Kennedy Street NW

A blighted property at 433 Kennedy St NW has been vacant for over four years and has become a nuisance to the neighborhood, as reported last year by Petworth News. Moreover, it has been paying the vacant tax rate for the past four years, according to DC Tax records, even though DCRA has labeled it as blighted. That difference impacts how much the owner pays in taxes, with blighted incurring a higher cost.

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DC Water offering Free Lead Service Replacement for households on nine blocks

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DC Water offering Free Lead Service Replacement for households on nine blocks

Through September 30, 2022, DC Water is offering free lead service line replacement for eligible households (regardless of income) located on nine blocks within Petworth and Brightwood Park.

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The GOONIES and Bach at the "Movies on the Lawn" on Aug 6

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The GOONIES and Bach at the "Movies on the Lawn" on Aug 6

“Goonies never say die! “

Join HR Records this Saturday, August 6th for their second installment of Movies on the Lawn at the Parks at Walter Reed. Enjoy THE GOONIES, with music from the Washington Bach Consort.

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DDOT approves speed humps / tables (NOI updates)

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DDOT approves speed humps / tables (NOI updates)

Since June 15, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has formally or preliminarily approved ten individual speed humps or speed tables on 10 separate blocks located within Brightwood Park and Petworth.

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The New Sewell Music Conservatory gets new digs on Kennedy Street

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The New Sewell Music Conservatory gets new digs on Kennedy Street

Demolition of the New Sewell Music Conservatory at 712 Kennedy Street began in early July to make way for 30 new condos and a new home for the school. While the school has to go on hiatus during the construction phase, owner Harlan Jones says he plans to reopen stronger with new offerings for the community.

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Help your neighborhood and apply for Deputy Director of the Petworth Main Street

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Help your neighborhood and apply for Deputy Director of the Petworth Main Street

The Petworth Main Street is looking for a new Deputy Director to run the organization and help the community continue to grow and succeed.

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Kennedy Street comes together to organize a kids' movie night (food, costumes & more)

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Kennedy Street comes together to organize a kids' movie night (food, costumes & more)

Join Uptown Main Street on Friday, June 24th for a kids’ movie night! Zootopia will be shown at 8:30pm at the J&J’s parking lot at 716 Kennedy Street NW. The fun starts earlier with ice cream, costumes and more.

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