McCourt Donates Another $100 Million to GU

April 5, 2021

Half of the new gift from Frank H. McCourt Jr. will underwrite financial aid and scholarships and half will be invested in research and faculty at his namesake school of public policy.

Rose Park Pathway Reconstruction to Start

March 29, 2021

The pathway, between M and P Streets NW, will be closed on or about March 31, depending on weather, according to the District Department of Transportation.

Georgetown University to Fully Open This Fall


There are plans for a gradual return this summer, which DeGioia hopes will lead to the eventual restoration of regular on-campus life.

Pinto Seeks $14 Million for Gondola


Ward 2 Council member Brooke Pinto requested $12 million to purchase the site for the proposed terminal and $2 million to complete an environmental impact study.

Parking Enforcement Ramps Up in D.C.

March 15, 2021

Starting today, March 15 (fittingly, the Ides of March), if you violate parking regulations near a school, the Department of Public Works will issue a warning.

New Small Business Grants From Georgetown Main Street

March 14, 2021

Approved uses include: technical assistance, business development, exterior and storefront improvements, interior renovations, security improvements and equipment.

3 ‘Must-Follow’ Issues at March ANC Meeting

March 8, 2021

The March 1 meeting of ANC 2E was both long and newsworthy, tapping into hot issues that The Georgetowner intends to cover in the coming weeks and months. 

$10-Million Gift for New Pavilion at MedStar Georgetown

March 4, 2021

The gift, from local philanthropists Allan and Shelley Holt, is the largest single gift that MedStar Georgetown University Hospital has ever received. 

Tudor Place Garden Party Moves to September

March 3, 2021

Normally held in May, the Georgetown historic site’s gala has been scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 22, in accordance with health guidelines.

New Incubator: Black Girl Ventures x Halcyon

February 25, 2021

Starting in a few weeks, the 10 new fellows will participate in remote skill-building programming. Over the summer, they’ll meet for a weeklong residency at Halcyon’s headquarters.