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

August 28, 2025

Education

Philadelphia teachers union to vote on tentative new contract

by Molly McVety

The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers is expected to vote Thursday on the tentative contract agreement its leadership reached with the School District of Philadelphia. The deal includes pay increases, paid parental leave and changes to the sick policy.

August 28, 2025

Food & Drink

Bartender of Friday Saturday Sunday's Lovers Bar honored for his innovation

by Molly McVety

Paul MacDonald, the head bartender at the Lovers Bar in Rittenhouse's Friday Saturday Sunday restaurant, was named one of the Wine Enthusiast's Future 40 Tastemakers for his innovative approach to making cocktails.

August 27, 2025

Courts

Woodmere Art Museum sues Trump administration for repealing $750,000 in grant funding

by Molly McVety

Woodmere Art Museum in Chestnut Hill sued the Trump administration on Tuesday, claiming it illegally rescinded a $750,000 grant and seeking for the funds to be reinstated before the institution suffers 'irreparable harm.'

August 26, 2025

Entertainment

'Wheel of Fortune' live auditions will be held in Philly for the first time since 2015

by Molly McVety

'Wheel of Fortune' will be holding live auditions in Philly for the first time since 2015 A team of producers will be at the Event Center in Rivers Casino Philadelphia on Sept. 18, and 19 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. to seek out contestants.

August 26, 2025

Celebrities

Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce announce engagement on Instagram

by Molly McVety

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement Tuesday afternoon in an Instagram post that included five pictures of the Chiefs tight end proposing to the pop star and the couple celebrating.

August 25, 2025

Science

Three NASA rockets launching from Virginia should be visible in Philadelphia sky seconds after takeoff

by Molly McVety

Three NASA rockets launching from Virginia should be visible tonight in Philadelphia sky for less than a minute between 10 p.m. and 3 a.m.

August 23, 2025

Books

8 years ago, the Philly Zoo saved a tiger cub neglected by its mother. Now, the story is the focus of a children's book

by Molly McVety

'A Family For Zoya,' a new children's book by Debra Kim Wolf, explains how the Philadelphia Zoo saved an Amur tiger cub that was neglected by its mother by caring for it and finding it a new mother at the Oklahoma City Zoo.

August 22, 2025

Transportation

SEPTA reveals student safety plan with service cuts set to kick in right before first day of school

by Molly McVety

SEPTA officials on Friday shared plans for student safety and upcoming sporting events with major service cuts set to begin Sunday. Officials say they remain optimistic the state could still work out a funding deal soon.

August 22, 2025

Demonstrations

Philly Naked Bike Ride takes place Saturday in support of body positivity, fuel reduction

by Molly McVety

The Philly Naked Bike Ride takes place at 5 p.m. Saturday. The 16th annual event will take riders through Center in the name of cycling advocacy, body positivity and fuel reduction. The route will be announced 24 hours before the event begins.

August 21, 2025

Food & Drink

Stephen Starr to open his first new Philly restaurant in 3 years Monday in Rittenhouse

by Molly McVety

Borromini, Stephen Starr's new Italian restaurant, opens Monday in Rittenhouse Square's Alison Building. The restaurant boasts a menu by James Beard Award winner Marc Ladner and an extensive list of dessert wines.