Lots of sirens & EMS at 500 Webster Street NW
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EMS responded to a house off of Grant Circle along the 500 block of Webster Street NW.
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When is your trash going to be picked up?
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Ah, the alleys... full of 20 feet of immovable snow (or at least, that's what it seems like). But what about your full trash and recycle cans? When are they going to be collected? DPW is planning on resuming collection on Thursday, with a shifted schedule until February 1st. Here's their press release...
Read MoreDavid Gottfried: working to make Kennedy Street better
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Introducing David Gottfried -- a Petworth Change-Maker -- someone who works to improve our community without public awareness or appreciation. David has been passionate in his work to tell the story of Kennedy Street, of the ways the DC government has been letting blighted properties sit, a corridor stagnate, and a community not receiving the attention it deserves. And his work is paying off.
Read MoreReader photos from Snowzilla - pups, kids and lots of snow
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Reader-submitted pictures from around Petworth during the "Snowzilla" 2016 blizzard.
Read MoreElections, Collections and more: ANC 4D January meeting notes
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Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4D had its January meeting on Tuesday the 19th. Overall it was a pretty interesting meeting, with Khalil Thompson announcing an office change, DPW acting Director Christopher Shorter discussing snow, trash and ticketing, the FD/EMS Chief making an appearance and a rather quick election of officers.
Read MoreSherman Circle Social - the Snow Edition
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Get Social on Sherman Circle by frolicking in the snow! Organizer Pam Brown sent out the following email today...
Read MoreLet it snow!... and don't forget to shovel or you'll get a fine
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With snow finally coming to DC, be aware of the new law about shoveling your sidewalk and public areas near your home or business. If you don't, you might get a fine. The Department of Public Works is now empowered to fine residents and businesses who don't shovel their sidewalks.
Read MoreElections, exceptions and more: ANC 4C January meeting notes
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The January meeting of Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4C was Wednesday, January 13th. The evening was the last night for Commissioner Kathleen Crowley, who resigned her seat on the commission. The ANC voted on new officers, talked about Cornrows & Co, reviewed an upcoming alcohol licensing meeting, talked about upcoming traffic changes at Powell, an agreement for Ruta del Vino and a special exception vote for a developer.
Read MoreCurbed DC on what makes Petworth unique
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Last week I asked readers to send me their thoughts on what makes Petworth unique for an upcoming article by the Curbed DC website, after Petworth won the Best Neighborhood of DC for 2015. And I got some great responses!
Curbed DC has published their article about Petworth, with the hyperbolic title "Here Is Everything You Should Know About Petworth, According to Resident/Blogger Drew Schneider" -- and it's a nice, quick look at what makes Petworth a great neighborhood.
Read MoreDistrust and desire: When a neighborhood and a restaurant collide
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Most people in Petworth love the idea of a family-oriented restaurant nearby, and having a place to walk to and get a good meal at a good price. That said, here's what happens when business owners don't understand how to connect to their community, and the community doesn't trust the business owners.
Read MoreChanges at Town & Country Market reflect changes to the neighborhood
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Teshome Chekole has owned the Town & Country Market at 823 Upshur St NW for a little over 13 years. Affectionally known as "T" to many residents, Teshome has seen the neighborhood change during that time; back then one of the major concerns was dealing with crime. Today, it's how to appeal to a neighborhood that's changing.
Read MoreGreen Neighbors - Paris climate talks and a jump in a frozen river
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If you think that somehow, these two things are intimately related to climate science and the education of Petworth residents, you'd be right. Green Neighbors is an all-volunteer group founded in 2013, focused on working to fight climate change and promote sustainability on the local level.
Read MoreParents trying to find their way through safety issues
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Fears for student safety, vehicles getting side-swiped and a lack of crossing guards at key intersections has many Petworth parents on edge and looking to DDOT for answers
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