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.
January 29, 2026
Politics
Gov. Mikie Sherrill urges residents to record ICE agents in New Jersey
Gov. Mikie Sherrill says her administration plans to create an online portal for people to document the presence of federal immigration agents in New Jersey. On 'The Daily Show,' Sherrill urged residents to record ICE agents in action.January 29, 2026
Transportation
SEPTA to start using 10 leased cars next week to boost Regional Rail service
SEPTA released new schedules for Regional Rail lines that will go into effect next week and will utilize 10 train cars that were leased from Maryland’s public transit system.January 28, 2026
TV
For its 800th episode, 'The Simpsons' has created a Philly-centric plot filled with guest stars
The 800th episode of 'The Simpson' airs Feb. 15 on FOX. The plot brings the Simpson family to Philadelphia and includes guest stars Quinta Brunson, Kevin Bacon, Questlove and Boyz II Men.January 27, 2026
History
Copy of Declaration of Independence from July 1776 to be sold this spring
Goldin auction house said this spring it will sell a broadside copy of the Declaration of Independence that was printed in Exeter, New Hampshire, in July 1776. The company said it's believed to be one of only 10 similar copies in existence.January 27, 2026
Arts & Culture
Wilder's book dinners bring customers face to face with local authors
Wilder restaurant in Rittenhouse has been hosting book dinners every few months, bringing customers face to face with local authors for an in-depth discussion and customized menu based on the themes of the featured novel.January 27, 2026
Business
Center City restaurant week extends to Feb. 4 after winter storm causes closures and cancellations
Center City District said it's extending restaurant week through Wednesday, Feb. 4, after the weekend's winter storm caused closures and cancellations. The event was scheduled to run from Jan. 18-31.January 26, 2026
Health News
N.J. extends blood shortage emergency and American Red Cross offers gift cards to donors
New Jersey extended its blood shortage emergency for another two weeks after recent inclement weather disrupted collections across the country. American Red Cross is offering $20 gift cards to people who donate until Wednesday.January 23, 2026
Courts
Man sentenced to 8 years in prison for Center City carjacking
Damon Bell, 32, was sentenced to eight years in federal prison for a carjacking that took place in April 2024 at a parking lot at 13th and Vine streets in Center City, the U.S. Attorney's Office said.January 23, 2026
Pets
Abandoned basset hound rescued by couple in Kensington was 'emaciated' and 'dying,' PSPCA says
An abandoned basset hound was found 'emaciated' and 'dying' near railroad tracks in Kensington earlier this month, the Pennsylvania SPCA says. A couple rescued the dog, which is recovering at the PSPCA headquarters and is expected to be put up for adoption.January 22, 2026
Development
ReAnimator Coffee to open sixth location with new shop planned in Mount Airy
ReAnimator Coffee is planing to open its sixth with a new shop slated for Mount Airy. Above, the chain's Fishtown location was was its first, opening in 2013.Just In
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