It’s all about the neighborhood
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 MoreIntroducing 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 MoreToday, Metro announced the restoration of limited service on Metrorail and Metrobus as the region digs out from the historic Blizzard of 2016.
Read MoreReader-submitted pictures from around Petworth during the "Snowzilla" 2016 blizzard.
Read MoreAdvisory 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 MoreThere 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 MoreEach 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 MoreCandidates 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 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 MoreGet Social on Sherman Circle by frolicking in the snow! Organizer Pam Brown sent out the following email today...
Read MoreThe 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 MoreWith 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 MoreDC 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.
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Volunteer with the Friends of the Soldier's Home!
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.