Hyde-Addison to Reopen, Teacher-less, for a Few

December 7, 2020

About 10 students are to be welcomed into the building under the CARE program, “attending” online from classrooms without certified teachers physically present.

Jelleff Center Feasibility Study: Déjà Vu 


The renovation — or perhaps reconstruction — of the S Street center is expected to be a top priority for newly elected Ward 2 Council representative Brooke Pinto. 

Exclusive Interview With Departing MPD Chief Peter Newsham

December 3, 2020

The Georgetowner sat down with Newsham on a Zoom call to discuss D.C. policing in the era of COVID, Black Lives Matter, District Council conflicts and rising crime in Georgetown.

Q St. Skeletal Remains: Unanswered Questions


The District’s Historic Preservation Office, forensics experts from the National Museum of Natural History and local historians are grappling with how to interpret the findings.

Rose Park Market Revamps for Holidays

November 16, 2020

Hours are 4 to 8 p.m. starting this Wednesday, Nov. 18. On the corner of 26th and O Streets, the market will operate through Dec. 23.

News Bytes: Helicopters, GU Campus, Student Arrested


The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration is operating low-altitude helicopter flights over downtown D.C. to prepare for Inauguration Day, Jan. 20, 2021.

Potomack Company Opens Georgetown Branch

November 12, 2020

With the auction house’s main office and gallery in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, adding a D.C. outpost will be convenient for many existing clients and should bring in new ones.

New Chef-Partner at Lutèce: Matt Conroy


Matt Conroy, the engaging, recently installed chef-partner at Lutèce, brings a modern, French-inspired sensibility to this reimaged bistro at 1522 Wisconsin Ave. NW.

Georgetown Village to Honor José Andrés, Martin Family, Dec. 3 

November 11, 2020

Throughout the virtual year-end celebration, there will be interviews with Georgetown Village founders, volunteers, supporters and guests, who will share their personal stories. 

The Georgetowner’s Next Print Issue: Nov. 11

November 5, 2020

We’ll highlight the coolest gifts and ideas Georgetown has to offer, and share tips on entertaining at a distance and keeping the holiday spirit alive — even in the age of COVID.