Molly McVety

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 4, 2025

Recreation

Eric the Puzzler to unveil new citywide treasure hunt, with a two-night staycation as its top prize

Eric Dale has built a reputation as Philadelphia's interactive puzzle maker, and his second citywide treasure hunt will be released Friday.

June 3, 2025

Food & Drink

Philly bars celebrate Pride with beers and cocktails that support LGBTQ+ causes

Philly bars and breweries are selling Pride-inspired drinks in which proceeds go to LGBTQ+ organizations. Evil Genius is releasing its #LoveisLove strawberry blonde ale and McGillan's Olde Ale House is donating a $1 per specialty cocktail.

June 2, 2025

Movies

Kevin Hart's new movie '72 Hours' is filming in N.J. and seeking extras for club and yacht scenes

A casting company for Kevin Hart's new Netflix comedy '72 Hours' is filming in New Jersey and looking for locals to be background actors in club and yacht scenes.

June 2, 2025

Music

Roots Picnic organizers issue apology but no refunds after poor communication over weather delay angers festivalgoers

Heavy rains delayed the start to the Roots Picnic on Saturday, and poor communication left festivalgoers outraged. But while organizers issued an apology, they said Monday there will be no refunds.

May 30, 2025

Arts & Culture

Rittenhouse Square Art Show returns for its 98th year in early June

The 98th annual Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show runs June 6-8 with over 140 artists. Free preview and artist meet-and-greet at Rittenhouse Hotel through June 4.

May 30, 2025

Health News

ChristianaCare acquires 5 Crozer Health outpatient centers in Delaware County

ChristianaCare says is bid $50.3 million to acquire five Crozer Health outpatient facilities in Delaware County on Wednesday. The outpatient facilities will supplement the three small hospitals the Delaware-based health system is planning in Delco and Chester County. The acquisition is subject to court approval.

May 30, 2025

Music

Taylor Swift acquires rights to music catalog, ending six-year battle with labels, industry executives

Taylor Swift announced she has regained ownership of her master recordings for $360 million, ending a six-year dispute that sparked her re-recording project and global superstardom.

May 29, 2025

Movies

Milton Hershey biopic adds Bucks County's Richard Kind to cast

Among the cast for the upcoming 'Hershey' biopic is actor Richard Kind, a Yardley, Bucks County native. The movie tells the story of Milton Hershey who found the Pennsylvania chocolate company and was recognized for his philanthropic work

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