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

September 17, 2026

Government

Task force to evaluate potential impacts of data centers in Philly

by Molly McVety

A task force will evaluate the potential impacts of data centers in Philadelphia and make recommendations to promote 'responsible development.' The task force was established Wednesday by Mayor Cherelle Parker.

September 17, 2026

Entertainment

Only 6 of 41 home games on the Sixers' schedule have tickets available for under $100 on Ticketmaster

by Molly McVety

The Sixers started selling single-game tickets Thursday morning. Out of the 41 home games, only six have seats available for less than $100 on Ticketmaster, which serves as the team's official ticketing and resale partner.

September 17, 2026

Business

Openings & Closings: Center City is getting a bathhouse while Manayunk is losing a beer garden

by Molly McVety

Philly businesses that recently announced openings include Bathhouse, Aogami omakase bar and Gregg's boutique. Meanwhile, the PHS Beer Garden in Manayunk is permanently closing next month.

September 16, 2026

Business

Rittenhouse community rallies to try to save family-owned corner store that's been in business for decades

by Molly McVety

Sue's Produce Market in Rittenhouse is facing eviction, but the community is trying to save the beloved grocer. A GoFundMe campaign has raised over $15,000 and Her Place Supper Club plans to host a benefit dinner.

September 16, 2026

Crime

Bucks County man who shot at DoorDash driver over a late cheesesteak delivery sentenced to prison

by Molly McVety

A Bucks County man who fired his gun at a DoorDash driver over a delayed cheesesteak order was sentenced to 4-10 years in prison. He must also pay over $2,000 in restitution and undergo a mental health evaluation.

September 15, 2026

Environment

A year of cleaning up illegal dumpsites cost Philly taxpayers nearly $9 million, report says

by Molly McVety

Philadelphia spent an estimated $8.6 million remediating illegal dumpsites from Oct. 1 2024 to Sept. 30 2025, according to a report released Tuesday by City Controller Christy Brady.

September 15, 2026

'SNL' is on a run of picking hosts with ties to the area. Here are some of the show's most memorable Philly-themed skits

by Molly McVety

With 'Saturday Night Live' announcing Villanova graduate Jalen Brunson and Mechanicsburg native Shane Gillis will be hosts in Season 52, here's a look back at some of the show's most memorable Philly-themed sketches.

September 14, 2026

Transportation

SEPTA gets $80 million federal grant to make upgrades to three trolley stations

by Molly McVety

SEPTA will use a newly awarded $80 million grant to fund accessibility improvements at three trolley stations.

September 4, 2026

Business

Openings & Closings: Poe teases a new sandwich joint and a consignment store is coming to Manayunk

by Molly McVety

Philly businesses that recently announced openings include Poe’s Sandwich Shop, Fishtown Books and Eleanor’s Consignment. Meanwhile, the Academy of Natural Sciences is closing after nearly 200 years.

September 4, 2026

Government

John Doughtery's federal prison sentence commuted by President Trump

by Molly McVety

John Dougherty, the former Philly labor union leader convicted of bribery and embezzlement charges, had his six-year prison sentence commuted by President Trump, his attorney say. Johnny Doc is being released early so he can care for his sick wife.