Reader photos from Snowzilla - pups, kids and lots of snow
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Reader-submitted pictures from around Petworth during the "Snowzilla" 2016 blizzard.
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Elections, 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 MoreShooting at Sherman Circle this morning
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There was a shooting at Sherman Circle this morning just before noon. Will see if I can get more info. Really don't understand people sometimes.
Read MoreWCP Best of DC Readers Poll: Consider voting for Petworth News!
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Each year the Washington City Paper runs a poll to ask readers to pick the "Best of DC" from categories like Arts & Entertainment, Goods & Services, People & Places and Food & Drink.
Best Community Blog is on the People & Places list, and I'd be honored / stoked if you considered voting for Petworth News as Best Community Blog.
Read MoreWard 4 Council candidates begin to line up...
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Candidates for next year's election for Ward 4 Council picked up their nominating paperwork today from the DC Board of Elections. The primary is set for Tuesday, June 14th, and the election is Tuesday, November 8th. It's a Presidential election this year as well (in case you didn't know), so expect turnout to be high. Who's running for Ward 4?
Read MoreMetro to close on Friday night for the weekend
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Metro is closing doors... on Friday at 11pm and then staying closed all day Saturday and Sunday. There are different restrictions for Metro and Bus, so take a look at the press release ...
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 MoreCitizen Volunteer Corp: Share your skills with MPD
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The DC Metropolitan Police Department is looking to bring DC residents onboard as volunteers to both expose residents to the operations of the police department, and to get the benefit of the diverse skills and expertise available in the District. It's called the Citizen Volunteer Corps.
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 MoreGet a cam, get a rebate: Mayor signs security camera legislation
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DC is looking for way to make the city safer for residents -- or at least, quicker to catch criminals. The Mayor just signed new legislation into law that provides a rebate for residents or businesses who purchase exterior security cameras and make the footage available to MPD if requested. See the details of the program.
Elections, 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 MoreAgenda for tonight's ANC 4D meeting
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Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4D meets tonight at Truesdell Elementary Campus, 800 Ingraham St NW at 7pm. Their draft agenda is after the Read More link. Commissioner David Sheon will not be in attendance.
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Join President Lincoln’s Cottage on September 19, from 10am to 2pm, for their free annual Homecoming celebration inspired by the Lincoln family’s time living on the grounds of the Soldiers’ Home, here in the Petworth neighborhood.