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DCist: The Caps Are Throwing A Free Game 4 Watch Party At Capital One Arena

Editor Apr 17, 2019

It was a memorable bit of mayhem in Chinatown last year when the Washington Capitals finally banished their playoff curse and lifted the Stanley Cup for the first time in 43 years.

Councilmember Jack Evans and NC State Senator Nickel wager local goods on the outcome of the first…

Press Release Apr 11, 2019

For Immediate Release: April 11, 2019 CONTACT: Joe Florio, Director of Communications Councilmember Jack Evans and NC State Senator Nickel wager local goods on the outcome of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs Washington,…

City Paper: National Anthem Singer Bob McDonald Reflects on a Lifetime With the Caps

Editor Apr 9, 2019

Twenty-seven seasons later, McDonald is still the go-to anthem singer, and a celebrity among hockey fans.

Petula Dvorak in The Post: This is shameful: In a wealthy hockey town, D.C. kids have nowhere decent…

Editor Feb 4, 2019

The nation’s capital is now peak hockeytown, right?

WTOP: Caps take a break from the ice to bring smiles to sick children

Editor Dec 17, 2018

The children at Georgetown University Hospital received a special treat this week. Instead of being stuck with needles or undergoing tests, these kids got to enjoy some quality time with their heroes on the ice.

WTOP: Washington Capitals’ visit at DC school came with some surprises

Editor Nov 20, 2018

WASHINGTON — A number of surprises marked the Washington Capitals’ visit to a Southeast D.C. elementary school Tuesday.

Norton Invites Capitals Fans to View Stanley Cup in Her Office, Next Wednesday

Press Release Oct 12, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Fritsch October 12, 2018 Norton Invites Capitals Fans to View Stanley Cup in Her Office, Next Wednesday WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) will host the Stanley Cup in her congressional office…

WTOP: Caps’ home opener: Red carpet event, outdoor viewing party among festivities

Editor Oct 3, 2018

WASHINGTON — The Caps are poised to start their 2018-2019 season, which means it’s time to raise the Stanley Cup Champions banner at Capital One Arena. And even those who can’t get inside to see the history firsthand Wednesday night will…

Mayor Bowser Celebrates 2018 Stanley Cup Champion Washington Capitals Season Opener at First Home…

Press Release Oct 1, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 1, 2018 CONTACT: LaToya Foster (EOM) Mayor Bowser Celebrates 2018 Stanley Cup Champion Washington Capitals Season Opener at First Home Game Outdoor Viewing Party to Include Broadcast of Banner Raising…

Arts and Culture

DC’s local reporters cannot hide their sports pride. Should they try harder?

Scott Nover Jun 19, 2018

Shomari Stone stopped jumping, readjusted his handheld microphone and stared into the camera. “They want the cup,” he said, gesturing toward the sea of red jerseys behind him. “One more win! One more win!” The crowd followed his lead and…

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The DC Council yesterday gave final approval to permanent legislation authorizing extended youth curfew zones, but did so only after passing two amendments opposed by the bill's primary supporters.

District Links: Pinto pulls emergency bill on youth curfew ahead of vote on permanent law; GOP bill would fund White…

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The DC Council is slated to take a final vote this afternoon on permanent legislation to authorize extended youth curfew zones, but it won't be considering an emergency version that would have…

District Links: Bowser looks to expand DHS truancy pilot amid council skepticism; judge criticizes Trump admin over East…

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Mayor Muriel Bowser and the DC Department of Human Services today announced a 71% reduction in truancy among students participating in a pilot program that her administration is seeking to expand.

District Links: Council set to vote on youth curfew with new amendments; MPD probe reportedly implicates at least 15…

May 2, 2026 12

The DC Council is slated to revisit the issue of an expanded youth curfew at Tuesday's legislative meeting, with a final vote on permanent legislation and a rescheduled vote on emergency legislation…

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