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.
March 25, 2026
Philadelphia 250
The city wants to turn your block party into a celebration of America's 250th birthday
Philadelphia will deliver semiquincentennial merchandise and block party supplies to 250 block parties that take on the theme of 'Life, Liberty and Happiness' this summer. Here's how residents can apply for the block party kits.March 24, 2026
Courts
Robert Frazer named as New Jersey's top federal prosecutor
Longtime federal prosecutor Robert Frazer has been appointed to serve as the U.S. Attorney in New Jersey, potentially ending months of turmoil in the office.March 23, 2026
Donations
For fifth straight year, women-owned businesses in Manayunk team up to collect donations of period products
For a fifth straight year, women-owned businesses in Manayunk are collecting donations of period products for Grab-N-Flow, a South Philly nonprofit. The growing campaign has led to the establishment of a full-time dropoff location.March 20, 2026
Investigations
Death of 23-year-old woman in Telford ruled a homicide
The death of Maria Popol, 23, in Telford is being investigated as a homicide by the Bucks County District Attorney’s Office and Telford Borough Police Department.March 20, 2026
Courts
Ex-Philadelphia prison guard pleads guilty to pepper-spraying 5 inmates
Christopher Knight, a former prison guard at Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility, pleaded guilty to pepper-spraying five subdued inmates during a three-month stretch in 2023.March 19, 2026
Investigations
$5,000 reward offered in Darby crossing guard assault case
State Sen. Anthony Williams is offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the man who punched a crossing guard outside Walnut Elementary School in Darby on Monday afternoon.March 18, 2026
Transportation
Construction on Market Street bridges to close lanes near 30th Street Station
Drivers in Philadelphia can expect even more congestion than usual around 30th Street Station with construction on Market Street bridges beginning next week.March 18, 2026
Government
Lucy the Elephant secures federal funds a year after DOGE cuts left renovations up in the air
Supporters of Lucy the Elephant said they have received enough funding through state and federal grants and private donations to undergo critical repairs after the Trump administration threw a wrench in previously approved plans.March 17, 2026
Business
Nuclear company backed by Bill Gates to build $450 million facility in South Philly's Bellwether District
TerraPower Isotopes, a nuclear medicine company backed by Bill Gates, announced Tuesday that it would choose South Philadelphia’s Bellwether District as its home for a $450 million manufacturing facility.March 16, 2026
Obituaries
Funeral for fallen Pa. state trooper Timothy O'Connor set for Wednesday
The funeral for Cpl. Timothy O'Connor, the Pennsylvania state trooper who was killed during a traffic stop earlier this month, takes place Wednesday in Downingtown. The service will be livestreamed.Just In
- Organizers unveil theme for 2027 Philadelphia Flower Show
- Eagles-Panthers Week 6 injury report, with analysis
- Man threatened four Bucks County judges from prison, officials say
- Mexican bar Sancho Pistola's closes after 12 years in Fishtown
- How a Philly man earned one of Chipotle's 'celebrity cards' and got free food for a year
- Flyers greats Simon Gagné, Bob Kelly will be inducted into the team's Hall of Fame
- Adventure Aquarium hosting 21+ Halloween party with underwater pumpkin carving and themed cocktails
- South Street replaces canceled Fall Fest with nine-block party this Saturday
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