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Driver Smashes into Front Window of Restaurant in Frankford

Police are investigating after the driver of a car smashed into the front window of a Chinese restaurant in Philadelphia’s Frankford section.  Follow the link below.

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Second Spanish Baptist Church Reopens

The church, located at 4917 Frankford Avenue opposite Aria Jefferson Hospital, was originally built for the North Frankford Baptist Church in 1911.

North Frankford Baptist Church

North Frankford Baptist Church

It has been the home of the Second Spanish Baptist Church for several years now.

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In May of 2014, it was severely damaged by fire.  With the help of insurance money and fund raising, repairs were made and the congregation was able to once again use the church.

I met them on Saturday having a sidewalk sale.  They say the are looking to purchase headphones that are able to translate Spanish into English for the English speaking visitors.

We welcome them back to Frankford.

En español

La iglesia, ubicada en 4917 Frankford frente al hospital de la avenida Aria Jefferson, fue construido originalmente para la Iglesia Bautista del Norte en 1911 Frankford.

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Frankford Business and Professional Association Meets September 27th

Join us at the FBPA General Body meeting and learn about resources for your business, updates on relevant community issues & network with business owners.
Speakers Include:
Francis Kelly
Assistant General Manager of Public & Government Affairs
SEPTA
Marisol Medina
Assistant Vice President | Store Manager
TD Bank
Lieutenant Daniel D. Steele
Eastern Section Commander | PA State Police
Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement
 
Officer Matt Crosson
Community Relations Officer
15th Police District
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
12 PM to 2 PM
Aria Hospital
4900 Frankford Avenue, 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Lunch will be served
 
RSVP to Ileana Garcia at igarcia.fcdc@gmail.com or 215-743-6580
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Friends of Overington Park Looks to New Members

Great turnout for Art Under the Trees on September 17th.   The Frankford ROTC once again volunteered and 25 kids had a great time.

photo credit Joe Fraioli

photo credit Joe Fraioli

Volunteers are needed to keep the fun rolling as the Friends of Overington Park plans for the future.  Come out to the next meeting at Friends Meeting House at 1500 Orthodox Street at 7 PM on October 4th (First Tuesday of every month).