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.
April 22, 2026
Arrests
Police ID man accused of intentionally driving car into police headquarters
A man accused of intentionally driving an SUV into the Philadelphia Police Department's 2nd District headquarters was identified Wednesday as Dieufort Joly, 26, of Northeast Philadelphia.April 22, 2026
Arts & Culture
A Pierre Robert mural is coming to Center City, but its exact site is undetermined
Mural Arts Philadelphia plans to paint a mural of WMMR DJ Pierre Robert, who died in October, but its exact location is still being determined. The organization is seeking recommendations.April 21, 2026
Government
Educators, tech advocates weigh in on Mayor Parker's proposed rideshare tax
While Mayor Cherelle Parker has touted her proposed tax on rideshare services as a way to restore essential funding for city schools, opponents raised concerns Tuesday about how the fee would impact Uber and Lyft riders and drivers.April 21, 2026
Real Estate
‘Real Housewives’ star Yolanda Hadid relists New Hope estate for $10.9 million
Former model and star of ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Yolanda Hadid relisted her 32-acre New Hope property for $10.9 million after it fell out of escrow last year.April 20, 2026
Adult Health
The new 'Dr. Google:' 1 in 4 Americans use AI to answer health questions
American are turning to AI chatbots like ChatGPT for health advice and information. But research shows the responses they receive often are inaccurate or misinformative.April 20, 2026
Education
Philly school district revises its school closures list one more time — with a vote slated for Thursday
The School District of Philadelphia has removed James R. Ludlow Elementary School from its list of schools to be closed. The school board will vote on the amended facilities plan, which includes 17 closures, on Thursday.April 17, 2026
Investigations
Montgomery County realtor charged with possessing child pornography
Albert Stroble, 48, of Lower Providence Township, has been charged with 150 felony counts of possessing child sexual abuse material, Montgomery County prosecutors say.April 16, 2026
Government
Wildwood may close its boardwalk overnight to reduce late-night crowds
Officials with the City of Wildwood will consider an ordinance next week that closes its boardwalk to public use between the hours of 1 and 5 a.m. year-round.April 16, 2026
Transportation
Unlike other transit systems in World Cup host cities, SEPTA won't raise fares for matches
Unlike transit systems in New Jersey and Boston, SEPTA will not raise prices for riders going to World Cup matches. While a NJ Transit ticket from Penn Station to MetLife Stadium could cost $150 for games, Philly's authority says prices will remain $2.90 per ride.April 15, 2026
History
New York museum acquires rare Philly railcar from 1960s 'Almond Joys' fleet
The Trolley Museum of New York plans to restore a 1960s SEPTA car, one of two of its kind still in existence since the discontinuation of the 'Almond Joys' fleet in 1999. The organization hopes to restore the train to operating condition.Just In
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