The District’s Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is currently accepting applications for their Jr. Police Academy. This 6-week summer program is an opportunity for students (ages 14 -17) who are curious about the law or interested in law enforcement, politics, and the criminal justice system to gain an insider’s perspective by learning about the criminal justice … More MPD Accepting Applications for Jr. Police Academy

Monday, March 5, 2012 Meeting Agenda 7 PM, Mt. Sinai Church 3rd and Q ST NW   I. Meeting Called to Order Geovani Bonilla, President II. Review of Last Meeting Minutes David Hall, Secretary III. Treasurer Report Margaret Stevens 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM IV. Special Presentation – Carl Thomas, Mayor’s Office will provide: a. … More BACA March 5 Meeting Agenda

This is the second in a series of posts on Bates Area businesses and their owners. Check out the first on Revive Catering and Food on the Go here, and look out for spotlights of Uncle Chips, The Flea Market Store, O Street Studios and more coming up! “We’re all really good at different things, … More G2K a BACA Business: Studio 85

I am posting this message from a T Street NW resident: From: Faye Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2012 3:18 PM Subject: New Fla Ave Park My husband and I took our toddlers to the new Florida Avenue park yesterday afternoon. On a positive note, the park seems nicely-built, clean, and interesting to the kiddos. It … More concerns about the just-opened Florida Avenue Park

Zuppa Fresca received their temporary liquor license and is now offering extended hours, a full bar, and a new dinner menu! Zuppa Fresca opened in December at 250 K Street, NE, in the Loree Grand and serves fresh Italian fare. New Hours: Tues. – Fri. Lunch 11-3, Dinner 5-10 Sat. – Sun. Brunch 10-3, Dinner … More Zuppa Fresca Serving Dinner/Full Bar

Countdown Underway To March 1 Start Of 2012 Residential Street Sweeping Season; Enforcement Begins Mon., March 12  Motorists are urged to note the days and times on the signs because some signs were changed since last year.  The 2012 residential street sweeping season begins Thursday, March 1, announced the DC Department of Public Works today.  … More Street Cleaning Begins March 12

Neighbors are encouraged to write an impact statement to the sentencing judge in this case. Judges consider the community impact statements before sentencing. Impact statements may be submitted anonymously. PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For Information Contact: Friday, February 17, 2012 Public Affairs (202) 252-6933 http://www.justice.gov/usao/dc/index.html District Man Convicted of First-Degree Premeditated Murder While Armed … More Tell the Sentencing Judge

The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is a total success. Over 100 members or our community and children joined in the celebration. Mayor Vincent Gray, Council Member Tommy Wells, Metropolitan Police Department, ANC Commissioners Bradley Thomas and Tim Clark, Bates Area Civic Association President, Geovani Bonilla and Bloomingdale Civic Association President Teri Janine Quinn were present for … More Florida Avenue Park Opens

The monthly 5D CAC meeting will be held Thursday, February 23rd at 7 PM : Location MPD 5D Headquarters, 1805 Bladensburg Road, NE., DC 20002 Agenda will include: Chairman Frances Penn presiding Membership Dues……….Interim Treasurer Martha Ward Special Election…. Fred Allen, Chair, Nominating Committee MPD officer representation from all 5D PSAs 501-507 Constituent Service Issues … More 5th District Police Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting

Join Mayor Vincent C. Gray, DPR, 5C ANC, The Bates Area Civic Association and residents Saturday, February 25th at 10am Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Florida Avenue Park (Florida and First St. NW)  Join our Community in a celebration and efforts to make the Florida Avenue Park a Community Park. See the new play grounds, renovations and … More Join the Celebration at the Park