Tree Lovers Decry Loss of Magnolia
One of the two tall magnolia trees at 3017 N St. NW was taken down last month after it was determined to be unviable. The action prompted criticism by neighbors.
Are Gas Leaks Affecting Gas Bills?
Concern about the growing number of gas leaks in Georgetown — at least in east Georgetown above M Street — continued this week and...
Short-Term Rental Ruling Postponed
On Oct. 17, a heated debate among District Council members regarding a proposed bill to strictly regulate Airbnb and similar short-term residential rentals ended...
New Traffic Plans for Foggy Bottom
The West End Library was packed with concerned citizens and stakeholders on Thursday evening, Oct. 18, to discuss Rock Creek Parkway traffic projects in...
Canal Renewal: Lock 3 Gates Installed
“We got a gate,” cried one of the construction workers at Lock 3 of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, between Thomas Jefferson and 30th...
Woman Shot in Georgetown
The victim was seated in the front passenger seat when struck by two bullets. The driver of the car drove it to 20th and L Streets NW, where an MPD officer was flagged down and assisted in medical treatment.
Canal Renewal: Lock 3 Gates Installed
In the coming year, the NPS will refill the Georgetown section of the C&O Canal with water. In 2020, a replica canal boat, for rides and educational purposes, is expected.
Small Cell Guidelines to Be Tested in Georgetown
For weeks, some Georgetown residents, including advisory neighborhood commissioners, have been warning the neighborhood not to be rushed into approving inappropriate guidelines for small...
Georgetown Rats Beware: The Iceman Cometh
The newest way to kill rats and other burrowing pests was introduced by Gerard Brown of the Department of Health’s rodent control division at...
Fair Wage Initiative Repealed
After weeks of demonstrations and a hearing that lasted 16 hours — until 3 a.m. on Sept. 17 — the D.C. Council on Tuesday,...
