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A Looming Government Shutdown
September 28, 2023
•A government shutdown is looking increasingly likely by 12:01 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 1, if Congress doesn’t agree on an operating budget for the entire federal government by that time. The […]
Ukraine’s First Lady Enthralls GU Audience
September 25, 2023
•The stunningly beautiful Gaston Hall at the center of Georgetown University’s main campus was full of excited students on Sept. 20. “It’s so amazing!” a student told The Georgetowner. “I’ve […]
Citizens’ Safety Meeting: Solutions & Complaints
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“Neighbors want to feel safe walking home,” said Mark Martinkov, summing up the theme of the public meeting, held by the Public Safety Committee of the Citizens Association of Georgetown […]
Georgetown Heritage Salutes Richard Levy; Canal Boat Tours Return
September 18, 2023
•Members and supporters of Georgetown Heritage, the nonprofit set up to assist the rebirth of the C&O Canal, met Sept. 13 at the Washington Harbour home of Nancy Taylor Bubes […]
Crime: Pinto Launches ‘Secure DC Plan’; Georgetown Incidents Reported to ANC
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D.C. Council Member Brooke Pinto (Ward 2) Launches ‘Secure DC’ Plan Fear of crime has been a major factor in Georgetown politics this summer. “I am getting a lot of […]
Georgetown Coalition for Public Spaces Petitions to Improve Streateries
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Where do you stand on Georgetown streateries? A petition calling for “common-sense re-adjustments” to Georgetown’s streateries programs, launched by the Georgetown Coalition for Public Spaces (GCPS) and signed by former […]
Business Ins & Outs: Ike Behar; Blank Street Coffee, Baker’s Daughter
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In: Blank Street Coffee On Prospect St. Blank Street Coffee at 3241 Prospect St. NW — next door to Van Leeuven Ice Cream — opened on Sept. 16. “With a limited, quality […]
Moroccan Earthquake Relief: Where to Give
September 11, 2023
•Morocco is recovering from the effects of the most powerful earthquake in 123 years. At just past 11 p.m., Friday, Sept. 8, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake killed almost 2,500 people and […]
Martin’s Tavern: Cheers to 90 Years
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When someone or something marks 90 years, you take notice. When this 90-year-old place is full of history and legends, you know there are stories to be told. When this […]
Students, Faculty Petition to End GU Legacy Admissions
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Choosing a freshman class at one of Washington, D.C.’s elite colleges just got a whole lot harder this summer. In June, as expected, the U.S. Supreme Court declared it unconstitutional […]