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District Wharf and liveaboard boaters declare essential partnership amid Phase 2 construction
District Wharf views the liveaboard boater community as an important example of innovative housing solutions, diversity, and an important partner in maintaining the health and safety of the Washington Channel.
Haley Murphy
Flooding doesn’t stop sales at District Wharf Municipal Fish Market
“Next customer!” yelled a Municipal Fish Market employee while pouring water out of his boot. The Municipal Fish Market, located at the end of District Wharf, is underwater–and still conducting business. Historic...
‘A fast-food desert’: New York Ave. McDonald’s may close soon amid housing boom in NoMa
In NoMa, the looming closure of a familiar fast-food spot sparks community concerns. Some residents, accustomed to its affordability, fear the impact on daily life. A major real estate player's redevelopment plans add...
Kaishi Chhabra
Capitol Hill ‘makeover’ falls short of reaching whole community
Residents and employees in the neighborhood say the parks are cleaner, but exorbitant costs hinder further growth.
Ianne Salvosa
Small businesses to vacate space for Westbard Shopping Center redevelopment
Bethesda small businesses were ordered to vacate the development zone by November 30. With a long history in the neighborhood, shop owners said higher rental prices are forcing them to close for good.
Siddhi Mahatole
An iconic late-night restaurant in Georgetown faces pressure to close early amid mounting neighborhood mischief and crime
George's King of Falafel and Cheesesteak is the only late-night restaurant in Georgetown, but their hours of operation may soon be forced to change after nearby residents expressed concerns about the restaurant's...
Mike Pesoli
Pickleball’s prevalence: Arlington County volleys solutions to match increased demand
Arlington County's Department of Parks and Recreation is looking to meet heightened demand for pickleball courts while balancing the needs of other sports.
Rachel Looker
Impeachment inquiry echoes across the Atlantic
European countries like Italy are influenced by American politics and culture, and the impeachment inquiry is no exception.
Emily Hayes
Homeless residents encounter support, hostility in Foggy Bottom
Wealthy and homeless residents try to coexist in the neighborhood with mixed results.
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