Molly McVety

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 1, 2025

Food & Drink

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

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.

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

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.

November 27, 2025

Shopping

These museums, theaters and attractions are offering Black Friday deals on tickets and memberships

Philly museums and theaters are offering discounts on yearlong memberships, gift cards, merchandise, concert tickets and exclusive city-wide events.

November 26, 2025

Music

Lil Uzi Vert releases new music and begins deal with Jay-Z's ROC Nation

North Philly's Lil Uzi Vert dropped two new songs on Monday and became just the third artist to be signed by Roc Nation Distribution.

November 26, 2025

Transportation

Tolls to drive over eight Delaware River bridges will increase next year

The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission announced that tolls on eight bridges will increase next year. The operators said the rate hikes, which will be between 50 cents and $3, will take effect 'on or about Jan. 1.'

November 25, 2025

Celebrities

Rob Mac to star in new FX show based on video game franchise 'Far Cry'

'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' star Rob Mac has signed on as a co-creator, executive producer and star of a new TV series for FX based on the popular video game franchise 'Far Cry.'

November 24, 2025

Transportation

SEPTA to fully restore Regional Rail service by late December with $220 million boost from PennDOT

SEPTA will fully restore its Regional Rail service by late December thanks to a $220 million infusion from PennDOT. The money will cover various capital improvements, including repairs for its Silverliner IV fleet.

November 24, 2025

Transportation

A guide to the 2025 Thanksgiving Day Parade, from what roads are closed to who's performing

Philadelphia on Monday released details about the 2025 6abc Dunkin' Thanksgiving Day Parade, including road closures, parking restrictions, performers and more.

November 22, 2025

Holiday

Don't want to cook this Thanksgiving? These Philly restaurants are open

These Philadelphia restaurants are serving Thanksgiving meals this year, from prix-fixe dinners at Bastia and Urban Farmer to a Thai twist at Kalaya.

November 21, 2025

Business

Bryn Mawr birth center to close after delivering 16,000 babies over its nearly 50 years of service

Lifecycle Wellness and Birth Center in Bryn Mawr said that it will be closing next year after 47 years of delivering babies, offering childbirth education classes and providing prenatal, postnatal and gynecological care.

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