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

March 30, 2026

Education

This Philly elementary school is slated to become a middle school. The community is urging the district to reconsider

by Molly McVety

The School District of Philadelphia plans to transform John Moffet Public School from a K-5 school to a middle school as part of its sweeping facilities modernization plan. But the South Kensington community is rallying to keep it an elementary school.

March 27, 2026

Health News

Boil water advisory in effect in parts of Delco due to potential for contamination

by Molly McVety

The Chester Water Authority issued a boil water advisory for Upper Chichester, Lower Chichester, Marcus Hook and Twin Oaks on Thursday because a water main break has led to the possibility of contaminated water.

March 26, 2026

Transportation

The Love Run takes place Sunday in Center City. Here are the road closures and SEPTA detours

by Molly McVety

The Saucony Love Run returns to Philadelphia on Sunday for the 12th time. Here are the course maps for the half marathon and 7K races and info on road closures, parking restrictions and SEPTA detours.

March 26, 2026

Transportation

Philly PHLASH adds new bus stops for busy 2026 tourist season

by Molly McVety

Philly PHLASH buses will stop at three new stops this year — the Fashion District, Mütter Museum and 30th Street Station this year. The city anticipates 1 million visitors for the World Cup and semiquincentennial celebrations.

March 25, 2026

Arts & Culture

Rocky statue moves inside art museum for new exhibit exploring how it became a 'pilgrimage for underdogs'

by Molly McVety

The Philadelphia Museum of Art is moving the Rocky statue inside, where it will stand for the next five months as the centerpiece of a new exhibit that examines people's love affair with the monument and underdogs.

March 25, 2026

Philadelphia 250

The city wants to turn your block party into a celebration of America's 250th birthday

by Molly McVety

Philadelphia will deliver semiquincentennial merchandise and block party supplies to 250 block parties that take on the theme of 'Life, Liberty and Happiness' this summer. Here's how residents can apply for the block party kits.

March 24, 2026

Courts

Robert Frazer named as New Jersey's top federal prosecutor

by Molly McVety

Longtime federal prosecutor Robert Frazer has been appointed to serve as the U.S. Attorney in New Jersey, potentially ending months of turmoil in the office.

March 23, 2026

Donations

For fifth straight year, women-owned businesses in Manayunk team up to collect donations of period products

by Molly McVety

For a fifth straight year, women-owned businesses in Manayunk are collecting donations of period products for Grab-N-Flow, a South Philly nonprofit. The growing campaign has led to the establishment of a full-time dropoff location.

March 20, 2026

Courts

Ex-Philadelphia prison guard pleads guilty to pepper-spraying 5 inmates

by Molly McVety

Christopher Knight, a former prison guard at Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility, pleaded guilty to pepper-spraying five subdued inmates during a three-month stretch in 2023.

March 20, 2026

Investigations

Death of 23-year-old woman in Telford ruled a homicide

by Molly McVety

The death of Maria Popol, 23, in Telford is being investigated as a homicide by the Bucks County District Attorney’s Office and Telford Borough Police Department.