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

June 25, 2026

Jobs

Union of 1,200 nurses at Jefferson Einstein Hospital ratify new contract, avoiding strike

by Molly McVety

A union representing nearly 1,200 nurses at Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital agreed to a three-year contract with the hospital that includes increased wages, better staffing practices and expanded healthcare coverage.

June 25, 2026

Jobs

About 1,600 PECO employees threaten to go on strike July 4 if a deal is not reached

by Molly McVety

Around 1,600 PECO workers will go on strike starting July 4 if a contract agreement is not reached in time, the union said Thursday. It would mark the first work stoppage in the energy company’s 145-year history.

June 24, 2026

Courts

Montgomery County man pleads guilty to scamming people through his gravestone business

by Molly McVety

Gregory J. Stefan Jr., 56, of Upper Merion, pleaded guilty to wire fraud and filing false tax returns. He allegedly failed to complete orders for custom gravestones on time, if at all.

June 23, 2026

Health News

CHOP names Joseph Mitchell new CEO after retirement of Madeline Bell

by Molly McVety

The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia announced the retirement of its CEO Madeline Bell, who held the position for 11 years. Joseph Mitchell will take over the position this fall.

June 23, 2026

Education

Philly school district launches new office to usher in sweeping changes to facilities

by Molly McVety

The School District of Philadelphia launched the School Transition Office on Tuesday, which they say will help usher in sweeping changes for community members impacted by future school closures and renovations.

June 22, 2026

Entertainment

Phanatic-themed apartment can be rented for $19.78 a night as MLB All-Star Game promo

by Molly McVety

A four-night stay in a two-bedroom apartment that's been decked out in red-and-white Phillies pinstripes and Phillie Phanatic-green fur will be made available on Booking.com on July 6 for $19.78 a night as an MLB All-Star Game promo.

June 22, 2026

Mental Health

New dads with paid paternity leave have better mental health than those who lack it, study finds

by Molly McVety

New fathers who took unpaid leave from their jobs were 58% more likely to experience anxiety symptoms than those who took paid leave, a new study from Northwestern University found. Dads who did not take any leave were more likely to experience anxiety and depression symptoms.

June 22, 2026

Government

Mayor Parker, city leaders make plea to state lawmakers for more funding to help Philly schools

by Molly McVety

Mayor Cherelle Parker and Philly school district leaders went to Harrisburg on Monday to ask state lawmakers for more money to help the city rehabilitate its aging facilities.

June 19, 2026

Entertainment

Quinta Brunson inks creative deal with Disney subsidiary, leaves Warner Bros.

by Molly McVety

'Abbott Elementary' star Quinta Brunson signed a five-year creative deal with 20th Television, a Disney subsidiary, to write, develop and produce shows through her Fifth Chance Productions Company. Her four-year deal with Warner Bros. has ended.

June 19, 2026

Lawsuits

Trump administration sues Philadelphia over law that bans ICE agents from wearing masks, using unmarked cars

by Molly McVety

The U.S. Justice Department claims a Philadelphia law that bans ICE agents from wearing facial covering and using unmarked vehicles is unconstitutional. The Trump administration filed a lawsuit challenging the law on Thursday.