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

August 14, 2025

Streaming

What to Stream: 'The Woman King,' 'Cheaper by the Dozen' and 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'

by Molly McVety

Here's what's new to stream for the rest of August, including 'The Woman King' on HBO Max, 'The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox' on Hulu, and 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' on Prime Video.

August 13, 2025

Podcast

Taylor Swift announces new album on 'New Heights,' but her personal revelations steal the show

by Molly McVety

Taylor Swift was a guest on 'New Heights,' the podcast hosted by boyfriend Travis Kelce and his brother and former Philadelphia Eagle, Jason Kelce. She shared details about her relationship with Travis and announced her new album.

August 12, 2025

Family-Friendly

Spring Garden's Sunflower Festival returns to the neighborhood in September

by Molly McVety

The Spring Garden Sunflower Festival returns on Saturday, Sept. 6, for a second year on Fairmount Avenue. The event showcases businesses and artists from the neighborhood and around the city.

August 12, 2025

Politics

Pat Dugan, a lifelong Democrat, to run as Republican against Larry Krasner in race for district attorney

by Molly McVety

Former Municipal Court Judge Pat Dugan, who's a lifelong Democrat, announced he will accept the Republican nomination to run against Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner in November's general election.

August 12, 2025

Development

Vine Street construction to cause delays from next week to January

by Molly McVety

Pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements will be made along Vine Street between 8th and Broad streets. Lane closures will begin next week and last until mid-January as part of a $8.5 million project.

August 12, 2025

Courts

Former Sen. Bob Casey takes on advisory roles at Philly law firm and University of Scranton

by Molly McVety

Former U.S. Sen. Bob Casey will follow his nearly three decades in public office by taking on two newly announced advisory roles with Philly-based law firm Dilworth Paxson and the University of Scranton.

August 1, 2025

Arts & Culture

Delco's Lansdowne Theater set to reopen this month with first show since 1987

by Molly McVety

Lansdowne Theater is set to reopen, with its first show since 1987 scheduled for Aug. 22. The Delaware County venue underwent a multi-million-dollar project to restore it to its original 1927 look.

July 31, 2025

Investigations

Police seek to identify suspects in West Philly rec center shooting that injured 5

by Molly McVety

Five people, including four minors, were shot at the Christy Rec Center in West Philadelphia on Wednesday afternoon. A 16-year-old boy is in critical condition. Police have released surveillance footage showing four young males approaching and fleeing the scene.

July 31, 2025

Food & Drink

Borromini, Stephen Starr's new Italian restaurant, to open in August

by Molly McVety

Stephen Starr's newest Italian restaurant, Borromini, will debut in Rittenhouse in August. While a specific opening date has yet to be announced, details were revealed this week about what guests can expect from the menu and layout.

July 30, 2025

Arts & Culture

Final design for Philly's Sadie T. M. Alexander statue unveiled

by Molly McVety

The final design for Philadelphia's Sadie T.M. Alexander statue was unveiled Wednesday in a ceremony at City Hall. The statue by artist Vinnie Bagwell shows Alexander in her graduation gown. Alexander was the first African American to receive a PhD in economics and the first Black woman to graduate from Penn's law school.