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.
July 14, 2025
Government
Is another city workers strike on the horizon? District Council 47 holds strike authorization vote
AFSCME District Council 47 is negotiating new contracts for Local 2186 and Local 2187, which represent supervisors and administrators at City Hall, the PPA and the PHA. Local 2187 members held a strike authorization vote, which concluded Monday afternoon. The results will be announced Tuesday.July 11, 2025
Investigations
Tractor-trailer cab that fell off Delaware Memorial Bridge located by search and rescue crews
A tractor-trailer cab plummeted into the Delaware River early Friday morning after it crashed into a barrier on the Delaware Memorial Bridge. The tractor has been located, but search and rescue crews are still looking for the driver and any occupants.July 11, 2025
Entertainment
Red Bull will have people running across a greased pole — and falling into the Delaware River — on Saturday
The Red Bull Championship Run — a competition in which people must cross a greased pole to grab a totem while risking a fall into the water below — takes places at Spruce Street Harbor Park in Philadelphia on Saturday, July 12 from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.July 10, 2025
Health News
Jefferson Health receives $28 million donation from Sidney and Caroline Kimmel
Jefferson Health and Thomas Jefferson University have received a $28 million donation from Sidney and Caroline Kimmel to fund the emergency department expansion at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and research efforts at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College.July 10, 2025
Jobs
World Cafe Live workers vote to unionize, citing unfair labor practices by management
Employees at World Cafe Live voted to unionize following a tumultuous month for workers who have alleged unfair labor practices by new management. A town hall is scheduled for Thursday night to discuss concerns related to treatment of employees and the venue's future.July 9, 2025
Food & Drink
Queen Village's first restaurant week offers prix fixe meals at 18 dinner and lunch spots
Queen Village is hosting its first restaurant week from July 18 to Aug. 3. At least 18 restaurants will be offering prix fixe meals, including Bridget Foy's, Tattooed Mom, Southwark and Famous 4th Street Deli.July 9, 2025
Demonstrations
Philly EPA workers protest the suspensions of employees who signed letter criticizing Trump administration
About 50 Environmental Protection Agency employees gathered outside the agency's Philadelphia office Wednesday to protest the suspensions of 144 workers who signed a letter criticizing the EPA's direction under the Trump administration. At least seven of the workers who were put on administrative leave are from the area.July 9, 2025
Real Estate
Wanamaker Building plans include over 600 apartments, a rooftop pool and retail spaces on lower floors
TF Cornerstone completed the purchase of the entire Wanamaker Building after the closure of Macy's earlier this year, and the city recently approved zoning permits for the historic site — offering a first glimpse into its next chapter. Plans are set to include hundreds of new apartments, rooftop decks and multiple retail spaces.July 8, 2025
Arts & Culture
Queen Village art studio faces staffing and programming cuts if it doesn't raise $120,000 by next month
The Da Vinci Art Alliance board has given its executive director until Aug. 15 to raise $120,000 to make up for a financial shortfall after the loss of federal grants have compounded years of funding woes. The Queen Village institution that was founded in 1931 could be forced to cut all paid employees, reduce programming or even close.July 7, 2025
Jobs
Penn Museum workers authorize strike, demanding higher salaries
Penn Museum employees have unanimously authorized a strike, demanding higher salaries and claiming the university has dragged its feet in contract negotiations. The union group, which is part of the same labor federation as Philly's municipal workers who are currently on strike, saw its contract expire at the end of June and has threatened action as early as Wednesday if terms are not met.Just In
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