Monthly Archives: December 2009
Fraudster Hired Out Evermay for Scam Marriage
Two and a half years ago, the elegant Georgetown estate Evermay was the site of a scam marriage put on by an international fraudster in a storyline that is stranger than fiction. Specifically, in the spring of 2007 a British … Continue reading
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The Morning Metropolitan
Georgetown in the Snow by El Swifterino. Good morning Georgetown, here’s the latest: Georgetown is about to get a little less Stephanopoulish. Stop by the Georgetown Ritz-Carlton tonight from 5:30 to 7:30 for carolers and a free hot chocolate bar. … Continue reading
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Track Planes, Noise Complaints
Plane over Potomac by DC Digital Photography Ever had a fantasy of being an air traffic controller? Ever wanted to complain about a plane flying too loudly over your house? If you said yes to either of those questions, there’s … Continue reading
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The Morning Metropolitan
Tackle Box Menu by Vasta. Good morning Georgetown, here’s the latest: Tudor Place running year long program for Stoddert Elementary Students. Pop-up Target opening its doors this weekend behind the PNC Bank. Q & A Cafe interviews Georgetown Cupcake founders … Continue reading
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Bacchus Wine Cellar Celebrates Nine Years
Nine years ago, Bassam Al-Kahouaji entered 1635 Wisconsin Ave. with his real estate agent to inspect the recently abandoned property. The previous tenants were the last in a series of disreputable shopkeepers and they left the odd space in shambles. … Continue reading
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Bicyclist Killed at 31st and M
Updated: It is not clear whether the bicyclist survived the collision or not. More at Washcycle. Last night a bicyclist was fatally struck by involved in a collision with a Dulles cab driver at the corner of 31st and M. … Continue reading
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The Morning Metropolitan
Georgetown Waterfront Xmas Tree by William Couch. Good morning Georgetown, here’s the latest: There’s a rumor that a new restaurant is poised to take over the Nathans space. It would be a steak frites place run by Tom Gregg, president … Continue reading
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