On Tuesday, January 24, 2012, at approximately 11:30 pm, the victim responded to the Third District Police station to report a sexual assault and robbery which occurred in the 400 block of Q Street, NW. The victim reported walking in the 400 block of Q Street, NW, at approximately 11:00 pm, when she was approached … More Sexual Assault and Robbery on Q and 4th ST, NW

Another great story on the neighborhood: http://wamu.org/programs/metro_connection/11/12/02/reviving_a_neighborhood_nearly_forgotten

Zuppa Fresca Opens in NoMa Washington, D.C., January 17, 2012 – NoMa’s newest chef-driven restaurant, Zuppa Fresca, opened ahead of schedule December 31, with a fresh menu and relaxed atmosphere. Located in the Loree Grand at Union Place, at 250 K Street, NE, Zuppa Fresca is a Sicilian-themed restaurant. View the menu <http://www.zuppafre sca.com/Menu. html> … More Zuppa Fresca Opens in NoMa

I’ve always loved the name of this building, and now it’s going to be converted to apartments and a cafe. Another great change in the neighborhood. http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/housingcomplex/2012/01/12/hoagie-house-owners-throw-in-the-towel-sell-building-for-apartments-and-a-cafe/

It’s not a done deal yet, but check out this proposal for development on the P St NW block between 7th and Marion…currently the location of the Clark Construction office for the O St development. http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/housingcomplex/2012/01/03/valor-developments-on-a-roll-plans-66-units-in-shaw/

Poll posted on Prince of Petworth: http://www.princeofpetworth.com/2011/12/popville-do-you-want-a-wine-bar-or-a-tavern-in-shaws-o-street-market/

The wrecking machines have begun! Check out the time lapse: http://oxblue.com/pro/open/clarkconstruction/citymarket

I know this lot is now vacant, but WOW, how did Rollins Outdoor (aka Clear Channel) manage to get such a low tax rate? Check it out. Go to this link and punch in Square: 0521 Lot: 0800 https://www.taxpayerservicecenter.com/RP_Search.jsp?search_type=Assessment

The results are in from last week’s completely unscientific National Sandwich Day poll. The question we asked was, “Who makes the best sandwiches in the D.C. area?” Well, it was a total landslide: After 2,162 votes, the runaway winner was SUNdeVICH…at 35 percent! Taylor Gourmet was the runner-up with 18 percent, while the Italian Store … More SUNdeVICH on 9th Street Voted Best Sandwich in D.C.

From DCist: After years of delays, the CityMarket at O development in Shaw may well pick up steam thanks to a job creation plan proposed by President Barack Obama. According to the Post, the market was picked as one of 14 infrastructure projects across the country that could quickly create jobs under Obama’s America Jobs … More More Good News About CityMarket at O