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.
March 10, 2026
Business
Family-run Kelly’s Seafood to close after 68 years in business in Northeast Philly
The owners of the family-run Kelly’s Seafood restaurant in Northeast Philadelphia said on social media that they plan to sell their Old Bustleton Avenue property and retire after 68 years in business.March 10, 2026
Business
Robots to invade Center City sidewalks as Uber Eats debuts new delivery service
Robots will be motoring around Philly sidewalks after Uber Eats launched a new delivery program on Tuesday. Dozens of restaurants in Center City will be offering the service, which the company said is best suited for trips under 2 miles.March 9, 2026
Holiday
St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Road closures, parking restrictions, SEPTA detours and how to watch
Philadelphia on Monday announced road closures, parking restrictions and SEPTA detours that will be in place on Sunday, March 15, for the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade.March 9, 2026
Investigations
Pedestrian fatally struck by NJ Transit bus near Independence Mall
A 50-year-old man was killed Sunday evening after being struck by an NJ Transit Bus near Independence Mall.March 6, 2026
Philadelphia 250
175 years ago, the world's first medical college for women graduated its inaugural class in Philly
The Woman’s Medical College of Pennsylvania, established by a group of Quakers in Philadelphia in 1850, was the first degree-granting medical school in the world for women. It's among several 'firsts' being celebrate in Philly this March.March 6, 2026
Investigations
SUV driver killed in crash with SEPTA trolley in West Philly
A SEPTA trolley and an SUV collided on Lancaster Avenue in West Philadelphia early Friday morning, killing the 32-year-old SUV driver and sending two trolley passengers to the hospital, investigators say.March 6, 2026
Business
Insomnia Cookies opens shop at Philadelphia International Airport
Insomnia Cookies has opened its new store at Philadelphia International Airport. The bakery, in Terminal C, is its first at an airport.March 5, 2026
Investigations
Cause of industrial explosion in Gloucester County remains under investigation
An industrial explosion at the Savita Naturals facility in Swedesboro, New Jersey on Wednesday left four people in critical condition and damaged the building, Gloucester County officials said.March 5, 2026
Business
Watch Party PHL finds space on Broad Street for community hub centered on women's sports
The founders of Watch Party PHL, a group of women's sports fans, found a space on Broad Street to open the Stoop Pigeon — a cafe, bar and co-working space centered around women's sports.March 4, 2026
Business
Metropolitan Bakery to close Rittenhouse location this month after over 32 years in business
Metropolitan Bakery will close its Rittenhouse location at 262 S. 19th St. on March 15 after over 32 years in business. The shop’s brand and recipes were sold to Merzbacher's in Germantown, which will continue to sell its products.Just In
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