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Jillian Pikora

Assistant Managing Editor

jpikora@dailyvoice.com

Jillian is an editor and reporter based out of Pennsylvania's capital city of Harrisburg. She has a degree in Political Science and is a former political campaign manager. Over the past decade, she has worked as a staff reporter and freelance writer at Sisters Magazine, The Tempest, Huffington Post, CairoScene, and several other outlets. Prior to joining Daily Voice, Jillian worked as a digital news editor at Hearst's local NBC affiliate, WGAL News 8. She currently manages and reports stories in Pennsylvania for Daily Voice.

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Drunken, Cocaine-Fueled Crash Killed Westbury Bicyclist, Hicksville Man Indicted: DA Drunken, Cocaine-Fueled Crash Killed Westbury Bicyclist, Hicksville Man Indicted: DA
Drunken, Cocaine-Fueled Crash Killed Westbury Bicyclist, Hicksville Man Indicted: DA A Long Island man was drunk, high on cocaine, and speeding when he fatally struck a bicyclist in Westbury—then kept driving until a flat tire forced him to stop, prosecutors announced on Tuesday, March 18. Wilfredo Blanco Molina, 41, of Hicksville, was indicted on charges including aggravated vehicular homicide, vehicular manslaughter, and leaving the scene of a fatal crash, Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly said. Molina had a blood alcohol content of .22—more than twice the legal limit—when he plowed into 69-year-old Robert McCarthy on Old Country Road near State Street arou…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Be Proactive, Not Reactive: A Call to Action for Pennsylvania’s Future Be Proactive, Not Reactive: A Call to Action for Pennsylvania’s Future
Be Proactive, Not Reactive: A Call to Action for Pennsylvania’s Future Recently, I had the honor of standing in solidarity with students, teachers from the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers, Service Employees International Union members, Teamsters from the Commonwealth of School Administration, and their dedicated President, Dr. Robin Cooper, for a Day of Action. Together, we rallied to protect Philadelphia students and their constitutional right to a free and efficient education. I am deeply troubled by the injustices threatening our children’s future. The progress we have fought for can be undone with a single stroke of a pen, but witnessing people across t…

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by Darisha Parker
Lifestyle
Viral Bucks County TikTok Dollhouse Flipper Brings Next-Level Interiors To Life On A Budget Viral Bucks County TikTok Dollhouse Flipper Brings Next-Level Interiors To Life On A Budget
Viral Bucks County TikTok Dollhouse Flipper Brings Next-Level Interiors To Life On A Budget A Bucks County woman has been captivating TikTok with her stunning dollhouse renovations—turning mini interiors into dream spaces while keeping costs down. Kylie White, a Philadelphia native now living in the suburbs, started flipping dollhouses in 2022 as a creative outlet after losing her first home. What began as a passion project has since evolved into a thriving online community where she shares her expertise in budget-friendly renovations. “Interior design was always my first love,” White said. “I bought (and also lost) my first home in 2020, and I incorporated a lot of my design id…

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Man Found Dead In Raging Island Park House Fire: Police Man Found Dead In Raging Island Park House Fire: Police
Man Found Dead In Raging Island Park House Fire: Police A man was found dead inside a Long Island home consumed by flames in a devastating overnight fire, police said. The massive blaze broke out on Sunset Avenue in Island Park at 1:49 a.m. Monday, March 17, engulfing the home in flames by the time Fourth Precinct officers and firefighters arrived, according to Nassau County police. Fire crews from Island Park and surrounding departments fought to contain the inferno. When the flames were finally extinguished, responders made a grim discovery—a man's body inside the charred remains of the residence, the Homicide Squad announced in an evening upd…

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by Jillian Pikora
Politics
Pennsylvania Must Lead The Way In A Clean Energy Future Pennsylvania Must Lead The Way In A Clean Energy Future
Pennsylvania Must Lead The Way In A Clean Energy Future As Pennsylvania’s budget season unfolds, a major opportunity stands before us—one that could shape the future of our economy and energy industry for generations. While state budget discussions may not always generate excitement, this year, they hold the promise of transformative investment in Pennsylvania’s energy future. Gov. Josh Shapiro’s proposed budget takes a bold step forward by positioning Pennsylvania as a leader in the clean energy economy. With the federal government committing up to $2 billion for clean hydrogen production and industrial decarbonization, our commonwealth is poise…

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by Kate Harper & Conor Lamb
Schools
Royersford Elementary School Targeted In Overnight Burglary, Forcing Closure: Police Royersford Elementary School Targeted In Overnight Burglary, Forcing Closure: Police
Royersford Elementary School Targeted In Overnight Burglary, Forcing Closure: Police Royersford Elementary School was burglarized overnight, prompting an emergency closure as police launched an investigation, district officials announced on Monday, March 17. Authorities identified those responsible for the break-in but have not released further details on what was taken or damaged. The Royersford Police Department and Spring-Ford School Police are handling the investigation. The unexpected closure left parents and staff scrambling, but officials assured families the school is safe for reopening on Tuesday. Teachers will not address the incident in class but will be prepar…

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by Jillian Pikora
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High-Speed Chase Ends In Massive Gas Line Explosion: Lancaster DA High-Speed Chase Ends In Massive Gas Line Explosion: Lancaster DA
High-Speed Chase Ends In Massive Gas Line Explosion: Lancaster DA A driver who turned a simple traffic stop into a high-speed police chase, ultimately crashing into a home and causing a gas line explosion, has been sentenced to state prison, authorities announced Monday, March 17. Waleem Felder, 46, of Philadelphia, was sentenced to three years and nine months to 12 years in state prison on Tuesday, March 5, after being convicted on multiple charges, including risking catastrophe and fleeing or attempting to elude an officer, according to the Lancaster County District Attorney’s Office. The chaos began in November 2023 when Lancaster police attempted to p…

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by Jillian Pikora
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67 Pounds Of Weed Seized During Firearm Trafficking Bust At JFK: DA 67 Pounds Of Weed Seized During Firearm Trafficking Bust At JFK: DA
67 Pounds Of Weed Seized During Firearm Trafficking Bust At JFK: DA A man accused of fueling gun violence through illegal firearm sales was caught smuggling 67 pounds of marijuana at JFK Airport, authorities announced on Monday, March 17. Ian Diaz-Reales, 27, of Reading, Pennsylvania, was arrested on March 2 while attempting to board an outbound flight with the massive drug stash, according to the Berks County District Attorney’s Office. Diaz-Reales had already been wanted for allegedly purchasing multiple firearms and illegally funneling them to criminals involved in drug trafficking, gang activity, and violence, authorities said. The Berks County Gun Viol…

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Gettysburg Pedestrian Struck By SUV Dies At Hospital: Coroner Gettysburg Pedestrian Struck By SUV Dies At Hospital: Coroner
Gettysburg Pedestrian Struck By SUV Dies At Hospital: Coroner An 83-year-old Gettysburg man struck by an SUV while crossing a street has died from his injuries, the York County Coroner’s Office announced on Monday, March 17. John Peterson, of the 300 block of Village Drive, was hit while walking south in the crosswalk on West Street around 12:05 p.m. on Friday, March 14, authorities said. He was initially taken to Gettysburg Hospital before being transferred to WellSpan York Hospital due to the severity of his injuries. Despite life-saving efforts, Peterson was pronounced dead at 1:58 a.m. on Sunday, March 16, the coroner’s office said. Deputy Corone…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Mom, Daughter With Irish Heritage Killed In Foggy St. Patrick's Day Weekend Poconos Crash Mom, Daughter With Irish Heritage Killed In Foggy St. Patrick's Day Weekend Poconos Crash
Mom, Daughter With Irish Heritage Killed In Foggy St. Patrick's Day Weekend Poconos Crash A mother and daughter with strong Irish roots were killed in a crash during St. Patrick’s Day weekend in Monroe County, Pocono Mountain Regional Police announced on Monday, March 17. The fatal wreck happened at 2:37 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, at 3734 Route 115 in Blakeslee, Tunkhannock Township, police said. Samuel Frantz, 57, was making a left turn into a driveway from Route 115 South when he was struck by Stephen Zazulak, 25, who was traveling northbound, according to investigators. Due to the heavy fog, visibility was low at the time of the crash, authorities noted. Frantz and his pas…

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