Hyattsville Cardinal Interviewed by Al Roker on ‘Today’
Hyattsville’s Cardinal Wilton Gregory was interviewed by Al Roker on the “Today” show Monday about his experience as the first African-American cardinal in history.
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The Hyattsville Wire’s Most-Read Stories of 2020
/in Bladensburg, Brentwoods, College Park, Edmonston, Greenbelt, Hyattsville, Mount Rainier, Riverdale Park, University Park, Woodridge/by Alison BeckwithAmid a pandemic and an economic downturn, we put together the most-read stories on the Hyattsville Wire in 2020 .
After 73 Years, Route 1’s Oldest Jewish Congregation Disbands
/in Hyattsville, Mount Rainier/by Alison BeckwithThe area’s oldest Jewish congregation will formally disband next week after 73 years on the Route 1 corridor.
The Century-Long Backstory Behind a Historic Church on Route 1
/in Woodridge/by Alison BeckwithThe church on 22nd Street NE in Woodridge, D.C., just off of Rhode Island Ave., is as unassuming as a wooden pew, but it’s had a long and interesting history.
Highest Ranking African-American Catholic Chosen by Pope Francis Works in Greater Hyattsville
/in Hyattsville/by Alison BeckwithThe first African-American cardinal in history, personally chosen by Pope Francis, works out of a brick building near the West Hyattsville Metro station.
New Blessing Box in Hyattsville Provides Free Food to Families in Need
/in Hyattsville/by Alison BeckwithYoung members of the University Christian Church built a “Blessing Box” where residents can drop off or pick up food.
This Hyattsville Food Bank Is Now Serving Five Times as Many Families
/in Hyattsville/by Alison BeckwithFood insecurity is a growing problem on the Route 1 corridor due to Covid-19 and the economic downturn. Before the coronavirus pandemic, the St. Mark’s Food Pantry served about 80 families a week. Now it’s projected to serve as many as 600 as Thanksgiving approaches.
The Architectural Backstory Behind a Mount Rainier Church
/in Mount Rainier/by Alison BeckwithIn early 20th century Mount Rainier, homes and shops were built by whomever was at hand. During this period, pretty much the only time an architect came to town was to help build a church or a bank.
The Unexpected Story Behind The North Brentwood AME Zion Church’s Address
/in Brentwoods/by Alison BeckwithThe North Brentwood AME Zion Church is located on the south side of Webster Street. The reason why that’s so historically interesting may not be obvious.
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