Crime: Saturday’s Mayhem; New Second District Commander; Mayor Takes Action
• November 20, 2023

Why must Georgetowners be alert at all times?  Two photos snapped by Georgetown resident and photographer for The Georgetowner, Bill Starrels, from this past Saturday evening help illustrate the rising […]

Huge March for Israel on National Mall
• November 16, 2023

Getting press passes and instructions for entry and access to attendees and speakers proved to be unusually difficult several days before a minimally advertised “March for Israel” on Nov. 14 […]

Diwali: A Light in Dark Times, Celebrated
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“During difficult times in our world, it is important to celebrate our inner light,” explained Divya Swamy and Kishan Putta, the organizers of a large community celebration of Diwali — […]

Actor and Activist Ian Somerhalder Searching for ‘Common Ground’
• November 13, 2023

“Common Ground,” the sequel to the documentary “Kiss the Ground,” is currently screening in over 100 markets. It is here in Washington, D.C., for a three-day run at the Miracle […]

Georgetown Garden Shop Opens With a Vision    
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“It began with a vision,” Caroline Ervin, the owner of the new garden shop on 3214 O St. NW told the Georgetowner. “A real vision actually, not a virtual one. My […]

Crime: Secret Service Shots Fired in Georgetown; Chief Smith Confirmed
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In a show of unity to address the city’s “crime crisis,” the D.C. Council voted unanimously Nov. 7 to confirm Mayor Bowser’s nomination of Acting Police Chief Angela A. Smith […]

‘It Won’t Work’ Says Jelleff’s Stowers About New Plan
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“It won’t work!” announced Bob Stowers, the longtime coach-director of the Jelleff Recreation Center to a panel of D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation officials on Wednesday evening, Nov. 8, […]

Business Ins & Outs: Greco, Mèo Maison, Tatte, Skims
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In: Greco Ready to Open in &pizza-Au Pied de Cochon Building Next month, an authentic Greek fast casual restaurant will open at the corner of Wisconsin Avenue and Dumbarton Street — […]

Coolidge Foundation in Georgetown Celebrates Centenary of 30th President 
• November 8, 2023

What do the following have in common: The Roaring Twenties, Prospect Street in Georgetown, an August 3, 2023, historical re-enactment inside a Vermont barn after midnight, and the future of […]

Editorial: Attitude of Gratitude
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Between wars overseas and unnerving events in our own country, like mass shootings and instances of antisemitism and Islamophobia, it’s hard to feel thankful.   As we approach the holidays, you’ll […]