7774208, originally uploaded by Prince of Petworth.

Twitter user JTNT reports:

“Multiple shots fired on 7th St NW b/t Gallatin and Hamilton. No fatalities, but at least one individual was struck.

The scene as viewed upstairs in my house, complete with many evidence markers, mostly identifying bullets. I heard at least 10 shots.”

And in Columbia Heights, a reader writes:

“I just moved in to a condo on the 1100 block of Columbia Rd and last night around 6:15 I saw a guy running down our street east (away from the 13-1400 block) being chased by a bicycle cop. The cop tackled him right across the street from my house and then literally 20-30 cops screeched into the street, sirens blaring and guns drawn. It was a pretty spectacular show of force by DCPD. They proceeded to close down the street and search our block for what I’m assuming is a gun as one of the officers told me the suspect had been seen with a gun. Do you have any more details on what happened? Quite the welcome to the neighborhood!”

Yikes, I hadn’t heard about this one. Anyone have anymore details?

The scene from Columbia Road yesterday:

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berdina-adopt me, originally uploaded by Prince of Petworth.

From a reader:

“I am writing to ask if you would mind mentioning on your blog that a dog in foster care on behalf of the Washington Animal Rescue League is missing. Berdina is a brindle/gray/white pit bull mix who is VERY friendly and was last seen in the area of Longfellow and Blair Streets, NW on April 21. The league’s staff and volunteers have been looking for her and posting fliers, but with no luck so far. She weighs about 50 pounds and was last seen wearing a red, white, and blue “Obama” collar with a red rabies tag. We’re really worried about her. Anything you could do to help us get the word out would be very much appreciated. I have attached a picture of Berdina. She’s a sweet girl! Anyone with information can call Mary at WARL (202-375-7755).”

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IMG_3468, originally uploaded by Prince of Petworth.

Thanks to Councilmember Bowser for the update:

“At about 10:45 pm (Friday night) a dark colored vehicle drove past a group of young men walking at the intersection of 7th St. and Hamilton St., NW. Someone inside the vehicle shot at the group walking, striking one of the individuals in the group in the groin area. The injured subject was transported to the hospital in stable condition. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call 1-888-919-CRIME. Officers continue to proactively patrol this area.

Lt. James A. Cullen”

Update:  Stabbing in North Country (Received Sunday 7:08 pm)

“MPD reports a confirmed stabbing of an adult male at 840 Crittenden ST NW. The Victim is DOA and the road closure is 800 blk of Crittenden ST NW.”

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Wow, I can’t believe I’ve never stumbled upon this park before. It is phenomenal. Lots of cool sculptures and details.

Anyone know who is in the photo below:

More photos after the jump. Read Full Post

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Thanks to a reader for sending.

” Mayor Adrian M. Fenty will announce the District has reached a deal with Lowe Enterprises and Jacksophie Development to dispose of a District-owned property that will be redeveloped into an $80 million mixed-use project near the Ft. Totten Metrorail Station. The project is one phase of a three-phase project that will ultimately total a million square feet of development on nine acres of land around the intersection of Riggs Road and South Dakota Avenue.”

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This home is located at 5730 1st Street, NW:

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The flier says:

“Lovely 4 bedroom 2 full bath cape cod in NW. Kitchen was remodeled with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and cherry cabinets. New Bath with glass bowl sink, river rock accents. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout. 3 season porch plus enclosed patio. Garage and off-street parking. Large bedrooms, separate dining room, lower level den that walks out to yard.”

More info and photos found here.

I think the home looks quite nice but it’s a bit too far north for me. Of course the price reflects that and it can be yours for $469,000. Sound reasonable?

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DSCN5709, originally uploaded by Prince of Petworth.

This is one of the nicest bungalow renovations I’ve seen. I found it up in North Country. By the by does anyone have $150,000 I can borrow?

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“I am new to the area and was wondering if you’ve heard of any future developments in the upper georgia avenue/brightwood area. so far, its a pretty decent neighborhood (with its minor “activity”, but could be much better with the right services – say restaurants/bars and retail. i’m thinking that a really good coffee/breakfast spot could help.your thoughts?”

You’re in luck as there is an ANC meeting Wed. night discussing some new development in North Country. (Also be sure to check out Brightwood Bistro.)

From a reader:

This meeting is very important for the Future of “North Country” so it would be great if you could announce it on PoP. Thanks!

When: Wed, December 17, 7pm – 9pmWhere: Takoma Rec Center, 300 Van Buren Street, NW (map)

Description: ANC 4B will hold a special public meeting on Wednesday, December 17, at 7 pm, at Takoma Rec Center, 300 Van Buren Street, NW. The agenda includes recommendation votes on the Sheridan Theater, Sabor Restaurant (both near Georgia and Sheridan), and the Curtis Chevrolet site (Georgia and Missouri).

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“I’m writing because I live in a spot that has no clear neighborhood identity. It’s kind of North Petworth/East Brightwood/West Fort Totten. I’ve seen some maps that call it Manor Park but nobody knows where that is.  Where do I live?  My address is the 5200 block of N. Capitol Street NW.”

These questions are always quite difficult to answer.  I decided to consult famed mixologist, Franz Heffenauer, who’s lived in DC well over 3 years.   Yeah, he didn’t know either.   I would say, since you are south of Kennedy Street, that you live in Northern Petworth.  However, I find it easier to say that you live in North Country.  North Country is a beautiful place that many folks in the city aren’t aware exists.  There are beautiful homes throughout North Country and all of the folks I’ve spoken with who live up there are fiercely proud of it.  But if your friends press you for a “proper” neighborhood, I’d go with North Petworth.

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DSCN1832, originally uploaded by Prince of Petworth.

Thanks to a reader for sending the link. The article starts off:

“Washington diners often complain of a lack of good neighborhood joints. Brightwood Bistro (5832 Georgia Ave. NW, 202-545-5014) aims to be part of the solution.

The restaurant replaced the short-lived Meridian in August. The ambitious bistro is a venture of five friends, all of whom grew up in the Brightwood neighborhood. “We’ve lived in this area our whole lives and we’ve never had a nice sit-down restaurant. You had to go to Georgetown or downtown,” says Daymon Anderson, general manager and co-owner. “So when the opportunity presented itself to us, we jumped on it.”

Read the full article here.

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From a reader:

On Saturday, August 16, 2008, please join Cultural Tourism DC and the Brightwood Heritage Trail Working Group for the official unveiling of Battleground to Community: Brightwood Heritage Trail.

The unveiling ceremony begins at 10 am with the trooping of the colors by the Marie Reed Civil War Cadets Academy representing DC’s first regiment of Colored Troops. At this writing, Ward 4 Councilmember Muriel Bowser, District Department of Transportation Executive Director Emeka Moneme, and Rock Creek Park Superintendent Adrienne Coleman will make remarks. Afterwards the crowd will be trooped across the street to unveil Brightwood Heritage Trail’s sign 2.

Beginning around 11 am and ending at 4 pm, is the Heritage Trail Stroll, combining the self-guided tour of the 18-sign Heritage Trail (approximately a 90-minute walk) with free refreshments and other incentives from Brightwood businesses and churches along the route. Members of FREED, Female RE-Enactors of Distinction, will portray Civil War era characters, and National Park Service rangers will be on hand at Fort Stevens and Battleground National Cemetery to answer questions.

Brightwood Heritage Trail Launch and Stroll

Saturday, August 16, 2008

10 am: Ceremony at Emery Recreation Center, 5701 Georgia Ave., NW

11 am – 4 pm: Self-guided Heritage Trail Stroll, including free refreshments and business discounts in the Brightwood neighborhood and from churches and businesses along the route.

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Colorado Kitchen, originally uploaded by christaki.

Sometimes I hate it when my Scuttlebutt turns out to be true. Thanks to an eagle eyed reader who spotted this auction sale announcement. Rasmus Auctioneers is calling this sale “Super Short Notice” and will be auctioning off “inventory”, exclusively on the internet, Monday, July 7th, 2008 at 11:00am. The site says: “Colorado Kitchen a popular DC eatery has come to the end of its lease and the building is slated for redevelopment. Complete inventory posted next Tuesday”. This is really sad news. Located at 5515 Colorado Ave NW, Colorado Kitchen was one of the greatest spots up in North Country. Some people have voiced complaints about the owner/chef but I think there is almost universal agreement that the food was spectacular. Colorado Kitchen – you will be missed. Thank you for your many years of great food.

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