Molly McVety

Molly McVety is a staff writer for PhillyVoice with interests in both the natural and man-made environment, community debates and all things pop culture. She has previously written for DelawareOnline / The News Journal and received her bachelor’s degree in environmental science from the University of Delaware. When she’s not writing Molly enjoys making and listening to music, taking long walks and cooking.

molly@phillyvoice.com

October 21, 2025

Books

New book series highlights untold stories and unsung heroes that helped shape Philly region

by Molly McVety

The University of Pennsylvania Press on Tuesday published three volumes telling the story of Philadelphia's history in relation to the region, country and world.

October 21, 2025

Food

Geno's Steaks is expanding outside Philly with new shop coming in Virginia

by Molly McVety

Geno's Steaks announced it will open its first location outside the Philly area this winter, and the new restaurant in the Hampton Roads region of Southeastern Virginia will have a full bar, arcade games and waterfront patio.

October 20, 2025

Environment

Humpback whale found dead on sandbar off Long Beach Island coast and removal efforts have been delayed

by Molly McVety

Officials with the Marine Mammal Stranding Center said a humpback whale was beached on a sandbar off the coast of Long Beach Island and erosion from the recent nor'easter is impeding its investigation into what happened.

October 17, 2025

Business

Rite Aid is transferring prescription info to nearby pharmacies. Here's how to find where your records were sent.

by Molly McVety

CVS purchased files from shuttered Rite Aid locations around the country, including 20 stores in Philadelphia. Here's how to find where the company sent your records.

October 17, 2025

Education

Penn rejects Trump administration's proposal to exchange operational influence for funding advantages

by Molly McVety

The University of Pennsylvania will not sign a compact with the Trump administration that would have given it preferential treatment for federal funding in exchange for governmental influence over operations, including admissions, hiring and tuition.

October 16, 2025

Celebrities

'Abbott Elementary' star Lisa Ann Walter's first comedy special is coming to Hulu next year

by Molly McVety

'Abbott Elementary' star Lisa Ann Walter has signed a deal with Hulu to run her first stand-up comedy special, which was recorded at Helium Comedy Club in Philadelphia in July. The special will run in 2026.

October 16, 2025

Transportation

Philly Bike Ride and 'No Kings 2.0' rally to cause road closures Saturday

by Molly McVety

The Philly Bike Ride and 'No Kings 2.0' rally are both on Saturday, leading to road closures, parking restrictions and SEPTA detours around the city.

October 16, 2025

Celebrities

Sabrina Carpenter teams up with Airbnb to give 20 fans 'peek behind my curtain'

by Molly McVety

Sabrina Carpenter partnered with Airbnb to give fans an opportunity to experience their own version of the pop star's Short n' Sweet Tour. A space in Los Angeles will be transformed into a replica TV set inspired by stage designs.

October 15, 2025

Investigations

Man charged with kidnapping Kada Scott, the East Mount Airy woman who disappeared in early October

by Molly McVety

Keon King, 21, has been charged with kidnapping Kada Scott, the 23-year-old East Mount Airy woman who went missing Oct. 4. after reporting to work in Chestnut Hill. Scott is still missing. Police are treating the case as if she is still alive.

October 15, 2025

Government

Philly's only rape crisis center receives financial relief to stay afloat after layoffs

by Molly McVety

WOAR Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence was one of nine victim services organizations to receive a one-time payment of $90,000 from District Attorney Larry Krasner's office.