A teenager is fighting for his life after he was shot in the stomach in Frankford on the 4800 block of Griscom Street on Wednesday July 20th. See the report from NBC below.
Gunman Shoots Teen Boy in Stomach
Another Stop on the Bars of Frankford Tour
This week we’re at 4738 Frankford Avenue at the former Billy’s Chili Pot. It was a local legend until it was sold in September of 2015. It reopened as WV Cold Beer LLC. Well at least there are no crowds blocking the sidewalk. It is operating with a restaurant license (R7670), according to the LCB database. That means they must have tables and chairs fir at least 30 people and:
In order to qualify for a restaurant liquor license, the establishment must be a reputable place habitually and principally used for the purpose of providing food for the public.
It that really the primary business conducted by this store?
Frankford NAC Zoning Meeting for July
4114 Torresdale Avenue – They were approved. The only thing that they were seeking was a variance on the fence because it was higher than 4 feet. They already had approval for the combined OPA accounts on the lots.
1640 Church Street– Was continued. Property owner failed to appear.
5520 Harbison Avenue – The case was delayed because the client hired a different lawyer to represent her. Ms. Patel will be in to see us in August. I know both John (Wissinoming Civic) and myself have talked to her regarding their inability to clearly define what their plans are for the building.
The next meeting of the Frankford NAC Zoning board will be held on August 11th at 7 PM at the Second Baptist Church at 1801 Meadow Street.
Veteran of the Month James L. McCartney
James L. McCartney was born on March 3rd in 1945 in the Mayfair section of Philadelphia. He was a student at St. Bernard’s Elementary and graduated from Father Judge High School.
James then joined the Army National Guard in 1962 and completed his Basic Training at Ft. Dix, New Jersey. He also served at various camps such as Fort Drum, New York and Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania and A. P. Hill, Virginia. While serving James received many awards and certificates. He also rose to the rank of Captain. When discharged in 1992 he still served inactive duties as Adjutant Officer of the Veterans Guard Reserve Association.
James also was employed at Super Grip Anchor Bolt Company as a metal fabricator. James, in his spare time was involved in auto restoration. He has also been a great supporter of community groups and organizations such as the Lloyd C. Wilson Jr. American Legion Post 224.
Movie Night in the Park
Coming up Friday, July 22nd at 8 PM. Sponsored by Friends of Overington Park and State Rep. Jason Dawkins. 
