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Though this space was historically treated as a public alley, the District sold it at auction..

Neighbors Fight Plans to Enclose Georgetown Alley

July 2, 2014

A Peapod delivery truck making a right turn fatally struck a pedestrian attempting to cross the street Thursday evening.

Pedestrian Deaths Spur Safety Push

June 17, 2015

The BID has used barriers to expand pedestrian space for six events over the past few years.

BID Seeks to Expand Use of ‘Sidewalk Widenings’ on M

June 10, 2015

DC Waterofficials have installed a green roof at the agency's Fort Reno reservoir facility

‘Green Infrastructure’ to Reduce Tunnel Plans

May 27, 2015

Board members support the idea of replacing the existing structure, but say the current proposal needs to be scaled down.

Board Says Domino’s Project is Too Large

April 8, 2015

The Georgetown Library's Peabody Room will celebrate the new bust of benefactor George Peabody at an event Saturday at 2 p.m.

Peabody Sculpture Added to Library

May 20, 2015

The S&R Foundation, which owns the Evermay estate and Halcyon House in Georgetown, has a contract to buy the Fillmore site.

Foundation to Buy Fillmore School

April 22, 2015

EastBanc reportedly hopes to redevelop the station at M Street and Pennsylvania Avenue.

Possible Redevelopment of Gas Stations Sparks Concern

July 16, 2014

The Old Georgetown Board says the current design does not leave enough space on the dock at the foot of the stairs.

Design Board Calls for Changes to Canal Dock

December 10, 2014

The Old Georgetown Board opposes plans for twin garages in front of the historic manor at 2920 R St.

Prominent Figures Spar Over Planned Addition

July 9, 2014

The owners of the 1864 mansion have scaled back their plans, but the Old Georgetown Board still has concerns.

Additions to Mansion Spark Continued Battle

September 10, 2014

The idea of a new use for the parcel has been favorably received, but the design is drawing concern from some community leaders.

EastBanc Eyes Gas Station for Apartments

July 1, 2015

After Peacock Room, a tearoom/coffehouse on P Street, plans to shift into serving lunch and dinner.

Parking, Noise at Issue in Two License Protests

September 3, 2014

The Georgetown neighborhood commission wants D.C. officials to help calm bicycle traffic below the Whitehurst Freeway.

ANC Seeks Help on Bike Traffic Issues

June 25, 2014

Activist Howard Bray and Ward 3 Council member Mary Cheh mark the start of construction Monday on a long-sought traffic signal.

Canal Road to Add Signal in November to Improve Fletcher's Access

August 19, 2015

Located just east of 31st Street, Lock 4 requires about $1 million in repairs before boats could again traverse the canal.

Vision For Canal Faces Costly Lock Repairs

June 3, 2015

Officials are set to review conflicting reports from structural engineers who have examined the vacant federal heating plant.

Structural Analyses Key to Heating Plant Project

November 12, 2014

The Pennsylvania Avenue site currently houses a gas station.

Tweaks Eyed for EastBanc Development

August 12, 2015

The art center leases the former Jackson School at 3050 R St.

Jackson Art Center Draws Lease Extension Until 2018

April 1, 2015

The latest M Street mural, by local artist Kelly Towles, depicts the C&O Canal mules.

Local Graffiti Artist Debuts in Georgetown for FAD

October 29, 2014