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.
May 25, 2026
Arts & Culture
Photography exhibit shows social impact of boxing gyms for kids in North Philly
Photographer Damian Stipanovich spent five months going to Pivott Boxing Academy in North Philadelphia to capture the commitment and discipline of the young people who it serves.May 22, 2026
Investigations
Search for missing swimmer in Ocean City transitions to recovery mission
The search for a 20-year-old swimmer who went missing near Ocean City’s 10th Street Beach on Monday has transitioned into a recovery mission, officials said Thursday.May 22, 2026
Business
Some PECO customers' bills will increase in June. Here's why
Many PECO customers will have higher bills beginning in June due to higher electricity supply costs set by PJM Interconnection, the regional grid manager. PECO passes supply costs onto its customers at cost.May 22, 2026
Weather
Atlantic expected to see below-average hurricane activity this season, NOAA says
Hurricane activity in the Atlantic is expected to remain below normal levels in 2026, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said. The agency predicts 8-14 'named storms,' which have winds of at least 39 mph.May 21, 2026
Government
New Jersey seeks federal relief after April cold front decimated farmers' crops
New Jersey farmers suffered $300 million in crop losses in April, prompting Gov. Mikie Sherrill to declare a state of emergency on Wednesday. New Jersey is seeking relief from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.May 20, 2026
Arts & Culture
City to designate part of Sansom Street in Rittenhouse as 'Philly's Funniest Block'
Four neighboring comedy clubs teamed up to get the city to designate the 2000 block of Sansom Street in Rittenhouse Square as 'Philly’s Funniest Block' ahead of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.May 19, 2026
Business
Black Sheep Pub in Rittenhouse vows to 'come back even stronger' from fire
Black Sheep Pub & Restaurant in Rittenhouse was damaged by a fire Monday night and will be closed indefinitely. Its owners say they are hopeful the Irish pub will 'come back even stronger.'May 19, 2026
Education
GOP megadonor offers private school scholarships to students at Philly's shuttering public schools
An organization created by Republican megadonor Jeffrey Yass, an advocate for education vouchers, is offering 500 students from Philadelphia's shuttering public schools $8,000 scholarships to attend private schools.May 19, 2026
Transportation
New protections for bicyclists added to 13th Street in Center City
New bicycle safety protections have been installed along the 13th Street bike lane between Wood and Locust streets in Center City. They include delineator posts and modular curbs.May 18, 2026
Transportation
SEPTA unveils transit plan for World Cup and FIFA Fan Festival
SEPTA will increase capacity on the Broad Street and Market-Frankford lines during World Cup matches this summer. Buses that run to Lemon Hill, the site of the FIFA Fan Festival, will run more frequently, too.Just In
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