The body of Ariel Espinal found in Maryland
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According to news reports, the body of Ariel Espinal has been identified in Allegany County in Maryland.
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Boozy trends collide at upcoming fundraiser for LiveArtDC
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On Saturday, June 24th at 7pm, "LiveArtDC" is hosting a speakeasy-themed fundraiser at Third Floor above Slim's Diner to raise funds for their upcoming production of "Clara Bow: Becoming It," premiering this summer at the Capital Fringe Festival.
Read MoreLearn to tell YOUR story at this Petworth Library event
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Learn to tell your story from those who already have at the Memoirs Showcase at the Petworth Library this Wednesday, June 21st.
Read MoreKilroy's Cleaners closing on Upshur, new condos on the way
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In another sign of change in Petworth, long-time business Kilroy's Cleaners (826 Upshur Street NW) is closing up on July 1st and moving to Virginia...
Read MoreDraft agenda for ANC 4D June meeting
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The following agenda is for the next Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4D public meeting on Tuesday, June 20, 2017. ANC 4D hosts meetings at the Washington Latin Public Charter School in the Multipurpose Room. The meeting will begin promptly at 6:30pm.
Read MoreKennedy Street Festival brings food, music and more to the neighborhood
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Food trucks, music, tons of vendors, schools, government agencies and more will be waiting for you along Kennedy Street between 3rd St and 8th St NW on Saturday, June 24th from 11-3pm at the Kennedy Street Festival.
Read MorePetworth Citizen refocuses with a new chef and a great bar menu
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Petworth News caught up with Petworth Citizen bar manager Jeremy Schleif and new chef Jamie Rutherford as they were prepping for a Thursday dinner shift. Jamie recently joined the restaurant in March, after having worked at the Dabney and critic’s darling Tail Up Goat.
Read MoreCouncilmember's Corner: "The 2018 budget is a win for Petworth"
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Welcome to the first column of “Councilmember’s Corner,” a deeper dive into the matters important to Petworth residents. As you may know, on Tuesday, June 13th, the DC Council approved the finalized Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 budget. After considerable community outreach and substantial advocacy on behalf of Ward 4, I am pleased to report that Petworth will see a number of high-priority items funded in this year’s budget...
(Editor's note: We're pleased to have Ward 4 Councilmember Brandon Todd as a new contributor to the Petworth News blog. The Councilmember will have a regular column on the site, sharing pertinent news and information about things happening at the DC Council that impact a Ward 4 audience)
Read MoreReader reports lewd act by driver near Grant Circle
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A Petworth News reader contacted me to share a terrible story about a man who tried a lewd act in front of her Monday afternoon near Grant Circle.
Read MoreAgenda for ANC 4C June 14th meeting
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Here is the draft agenda for the Wednesday, June 14th ANC 4C meeting. Portions of the agenda may change between now and the meeting.
Second Annual Petworth Fashion Fest is Saturday, June 10th
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On Saturday, June 10th at 11am, the 800 block of Upshur Street will once again transform into the fashion capital of the DMV. Organized by the owners of Willow Fashion and Fia’s Fabulous Finds, the Petworth Fashion Fest will feature nearly 40 clothing and accessory vendors, along with live performances from local DJs.
Read MoreUpcoming June MPD PSA meetings in the Petworth area
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MPD holds regular community meetings in each Police Service Area (PSA) to give residents and stakeholders an opportunity to speak with local MPD leadership. Concerned about crime, have suggestions or questions? This is your best opportunity to interact.
Read MoreCommunity meeting on upcoming youth facility on 9th Street
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Councilmember Brandon Todd and ANC 4C07 Commissioner Karen Cooper are hosting a community meeting with DC Superior Courts on Thursday, June 8th at 7pm.
Read MoreGet this sweet Petworth map car magnet!
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Ok, so this is cool.
It's a 5-inch round magnet designed for cars, your fridge or anything magnetic metal featuring a map of Petworth with Sherman and Grant Circles in a bunch of awesome colors. The magnets are thin, flexible and sturdy -- and they're only 5 bucks. :)
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