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

December 4, 2025

Celebrities

Sabrina Carpenter addresses critics and raves about Taylor Swift in Variety profile

by Molly McVety

Sabrina Carpenter was named Variety's 'Hitmaker of the Year.' In a profile with the magazine, she discussed backlash she's received over her suggestive lyrics and the album cover of 'Man's Best Friend.'

December 4, 2025

Politics

Ocean City mayor files for personal bankruptcy, citing 'unexpected hardship'

by Molly McVety

Jay A. Gillian, the mayor of Ocean City since 2011, says he has filed for personal bankruptcy due to a combination of 'personal financial obligations, business decisions and unforeseen circumstances' that have placed him under 'serious financial strain.' His family previously owned Wonderland Pier.

December 3, 2025

Business

To establish their vibes, many Philly restaurants turn to this architecture firm

by Molly McVety

Stokes Architecture and Design, included on Forbes' list of America's Top Hospitality Architects and Designers, has designed the interiors of many of Philly's top restaurants, including Friday Saturday Sunday, Provenance, Kalaya and nearly all of Stephen Starr's establishments.

December 3, 2025

Music

Spotify Wrapped is out, and Philly's most streamed artist is no longer Taylor Swift

by Molly McVety

With Spotify Wrapped now out, here's a look at Philly's most streamed artists, songs, albums and podcasts of 2025. Drake was the most streamed artist and Kendrick Lamar's 'luther' was the most popular song.

December 2, 2025

Business

Joan Shepp reveals its 'secret sauce' to success after being named one of 50 best clothing stores in U.S.

by Molly McVety

Joan Shepp, the family-owned clothing business in Center City, was named as one of the 50 best clothing stores in America by the New York Times this week.

December 2, 2025

Development

Planned Elfreth's Alley park honors former resident who helped preserve the historic street

by Molly McVety

Old City District announced plans for Dolly Ottey Park, a new public space near Elfreth's Alley that's named after one of the street's former residents and an advocate for its preservation.

December 1, 2025

Transportation

Portions of I-76 West near 30th Street to have overnight closures for six months

by Molly McVety

Portions of I-76 West near 30th Street will be closed during overnight hours for six months as the Market Street Bridge undergoes repairs.

December 1, 2025

Food & Drink

EMei to move into former home of Marra's pizzeria, which closed after nearly 100 years in South Philly

by Molly McVety

Marra's pizzeria closed Sunday after nearly 100 years on East Passyunk Avenue. EMei, a Szechuan restaurant in Chinatown, said it would take over the South Philly space and open by summer 2026 or later.

December 1, 2025

Food & Drink

Amateur chefs vie to get their homemade dishes on the menu of Recipe Philly

by Molly McVety

Recipe Philly, a Center City restaurant, is planning a reality TV show contest ahead of its spring opening and hundreds of amateur chefs lined up to audition to get their homemade dishes on the menu.

November 28, 2025

Music

For years, a man has been tracking down info on rare Bruce Springsteen photos to fulfill his late brother's dying wish

by Molly McVety

Russ Ceccola, of West Conshohocken, is sitting on a treasure trove of photos that his late brother took of Bruce Springsteen in the 1970s, and he's been on a yearslong mission to turn the best shots into a book.