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

April 13, 2026

Investigations

West Chester University student fatally struck by car while walking near campus

by Molly McVety

A West Chester University student was killed early Sunday morning after being hit by a car while walking near the school’s campus, university officials say.

April 13, 2026

Recreation

Want to see Rory McIlroy at Aronimink? Here's a chance to watch a PGA Championship practice round for free

by Molly McVety

Pennsylvania residents can enter a sweepstakes to win free tickets to a practice round before the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square in May.

April 10, 2026

Investigations

Two missing workers at collapsed CHOP parking garage presumed to be dead, Mayor Parker says

by Molly McVety

The two missing construction workers trapped in the collapsed parking garage in Grays Ferry are presumed to be dead, city officials said. Demolition on the building will begin Friday.

April 10, 2026

Education

The Artemis II mission was extra special for these third graders in Chestnut Hill

by Molly McVety

The Orion spacecraft that carried the Artemis II crew around the moon also took with it an SD card containing the names of 5 million astronomy lovers — including those of 23 students from Springside Chestnut Hill Academy.

April 9, 2026

Arts & Culture

Artist hopes painting over image of César Chávez in a Fairhill mural helps reframe his movement

by Molly McVety

An artist on Saturday will be painting over an image of César Chávez in a Fairhill mural with a portrait of Dolores Huerta, one of the civil rights leader's collaborators. A recent report accused Chávez of years of sexual abuse.

April 9, 2026

Food & Drink

Fleur's, the acclaimed French restaurant in Kensington, to close after 7 months in business

by Molly McVety

Fleur’s, the upscale French restaurant in Kensington, is closing Sunday — seven months after it opened at 2205 N. Front St. Its owners say they may open another restaurant in its place.

April 9, 2026

Food & Drink

A huge craft brewing conference is coming to Philly, and its official beer is a new Yards lager

by Molly McVety

Yards Brewing Co. has been chosen to serve the commemorative beer at the 2026 Craft Brewers Conference in Philadelphia from April 20-22. The beer is called Of the Brewers. By the Brewers. For the Brewers.

April 7, 2026

Investigations

Police officer shoots and kills 75-year-old man in West Philadelphia

by Molly McVety

A 75-year-old man was shot and killed by a police officer in West Philadelphia after a confrontation between the two broke out Tuesday morning. An investigation is underway.

April 6, 2026

Government

The Netherlands' king and queen to tour Philly ahead of White House visit

by Molly McVety

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands will stop in Philadelphia as part of their three-day trip to the United States from April 13-15. Their visit also includes a dinner at the White House with President Donald Trump.

April 6, 2026

Accidents

Parents face charges after child is injured by wolf at Hersheypark’s ZooAmerica

by Molly McVety

Parents face charges after their child suffered minor injuries near a wolf enclosure at Hersheypark’s ZooAmerica. The couple was 25-30 feet away when the animal 'naturally grabbed' the toddler’s hand with its mouth, police say.