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Jillian Pikora

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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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MMA Fighter, Convicted Felon Bought Firearms From PA Gun Dealer: AG MMA Fighter, Convicted Felon Bought Firearms From PA Gun Dealer: AG
MMA Fighter, Convicted Felon Bought Firearms From PA Gun Dealer: AG A Bucks County gun dealer is accused of illegally supplying firearms to a convicted felon in a months-long scheme uncovered by the Philadelphia Gun Violence Task Force, Attorney General Dave Sunday announced on Tuesday, Feb. 4. Scott Liebowitz, 31, of Feasterville-Trevose, a licensed firearms dealer, conspired to transfer two handguns to Nicholas "Nick" Mimoso, an amateur MMA fighter and convicted felon barred from possessing guns, according to Sunday and Mimoso's social media.  Mouth guards make me look serious Posted by Nick Mimoso on Saturday, October 22, 2016 Liebowit…

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Coyote Spotted Roaming Lancaster City On Surveillance Cameras Coyote Spotted Roaming Lancaster City On Surveillance Cameras
Coyote Spotted Roaming Lancaster City On Surveillance Cameras A coyote was caught on Lancaster Safety Coalition cameras roaming the city streets over the weekend, officials announced on Tuesday, Feb. 4. The animal was first seen at Lime and Walnut streets around 10:15 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 3, according to surveillance footage. It was later spotted at Pershing Avenue near Church Street before another camera picked it up at Pershing and Green streets. Authorities have not issued any warnings regarding the animal. Residents are advised to remain aware of their surroundings and report any unusual wildlife activity.

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$40K In Eggs Stolen From Distribution Trailer: Police $40K In Eggs Stolen From Distribution Trailer: Police
$40K In Eggs Stolen From Distribution Trailer: Police Amid the avian flu outbreak, authorities are investigating the theft of "high-value goods" from a Pennsylvania business, State Police announced on Tuesday, Feb. 4. Approximately 100,000 organic eggs, valued at $40,000, were stolen from a distribution trailer at Pete and Gerry's Organics in Antrim Township, according to PSP Chambersburg. The theft occurred sometime overnight on Saturday, Feb. 1, at the Commerce Avenue facility, troopers detailed in the release. Investigators are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact PSP Chambersburg at 717-264-5161.

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Strong-Arm Robbery Suspect Sought At York Family Dollar: Police Strong-Arm Robbery Suspect Sought At York Family Dollar: Police
Strong-Arm Robbery Suspect Sought At York Family Dollar: Police A man violently robbed a Family Dollar in York and remains at large, Spring Garden Township police announced on Tuesday, Feb. 4. The robbery happened at the store located at 1025 Mt. Rose Ave. around 7:45 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 3, police said. The suspect is described as a Black man, approximately 50 to 60 years old, about 6 feet tall with a medium build. He is bald, has a short gray beard, and wears black-framed glasses, according to authorities. Police released surveillance images of the suspect and are asking for the public's help in identifying him. Anyone with information is urge…

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Woman Wanted For Assaulting Officer Arrested In Forks Township: Police Woman Wanted For Assaulting Officer Arrested In Forks Township: Police
Woman Wanted For Assaulting Officer Arrested In Forks Township: Police A Northampton County woman wanted for assaulting a police officer was arrested at her home, authorities announced on Tuesday, Feb. 4. Krystin Nicolosi, 34, was taken into custody without incident at a residence on the 1900 block of Bushkill Drive in Forks Township, according to police. Officers were dispatched to the location at 10:56 a.m. after confirming an active warrant for Nicolosi’s arrest with the Northampton County Sheriff’s Office, police said. She was transported to Northampton County Prison. Further details about the alleged assault were not immediately available.

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WATCH: Man Waving Gun, Threatening To Kill Victims Fires Shots In Lancaster County (VIDEO) WATCH: Man Waving Gun, Threatening To Kill Victims Fires Shots In Lancaster County (VIDEO)
Watch: Man Waving Gun, Threatening To Kill Victims Fires Shots In Lancaster County (Video) A man threatened to kill people and fired gunshots during a weapons violation incident in Lancaster County, police announced on Tuesday, Feb. 4. The encounter happened in the 200 block of Amishtown Road in Earl Township at approximately 1:03 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 2, according to the New Holland Police Department. Victims told officers they were traveling east on Amishtown Road when they came across a stopped vehicle. A middle-aged man stood outside the car, waved a gun, and shouted, "I'm going to kill you," authorities said. As the victims drove past him, they heard three gunshots, police s…

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16-Year-Old Charged As Adult In Chambersburg Shooting That Injured 13-Year-Old, 4 Arrested: PD 16-Year-Old Charged As Adult In Chambersburg Shooting That Injured 13-Year-Old, 4 Arrested: PD
16-Year-Old Charged As Adult In Chambersburg Shooting That Injured 13-Year-Old, 4 Arrested: PD A 16-year-old is facing adult charges after allegedly shooting a 13-year-old in Chambersburg and firing a bullet that pierced a home’s bedroom, authorities announced. The Pennsylvania State Police, U.S. Marshals, Chambersburg Police, and Franklin County Sheriff’s Office raided 72 S. Main St., Apartment 7, at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 4, arresting Aaron Keith Helman Jr. and three others tied to recent gun violence in the borough. Police say Helman opened fire near Water Street and W. Catherine Street on Jan. 31, striking a 13-year-old boy in the leg and sending another round through a nearby r…

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Philadelphia Plane Crash Impacted 343 Homes With 20 Damaged, Destroyed Philadelphia Plane Crash Impacted 343 Homes With 20 Damaged, Destroyed
Philadelphia Plane Crash Impacted 343 Homes With 20 Damaged, Destroyed The Jet Rescue Air Ambulance crash in Northeast Philadelphia caused extensive damage to the surrounding neighborhood, displacing families and leaving a trail of destruction. Extent Of Damage Officials confirmed that the crash on Friday, Jan. 31 had a wide-reaching impact on the Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard area: 4 homes were destroyed 6 homes sustained major damage 11 homes suffered minor damage 343 homes were impacted In addition to the structural damage, numerous vehicles were destroyed, and debris scattered throughout the area caused further property loss. NTSBgov…

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‘Daddy, Did I Save My Sister?’ Young Philadelphia Plane Crash Survivor Says After Brain Surgery ‘Daddy, Did I Save My Sister?’ Young Philadelphia Plane Crash Survivor Says After Brain Surgery
‘Daddy, Did I Save My Sister?’ Young Philadelphia Plane Crash Survivor Says After Brain Surgery A 10-year-old boy critically injured when debris from the Jet Rescue Air Ambulance crash in Northeast Philadelphia struck his family’s car is awake and asking about his 4-year-old sister, his family said. Andre Howard III Severely Injured In Crash Andre Howard III was inside a car with his family near Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard when the Learjet 55 exploded upon impact after taking off from Northeast Philadelphia Airport on Friday, Jan. 31. A piece of debris from the fiery wreckage smashed through the windshield, piercing Andre’s head as he tried to shield his little sister. He…

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Stranger Enters Harrisburg Home, Sexually Assaults Mom, Child Before Arrest: Police Stranger Enters Harrisburg Home, Sexually Assaults Mom, Child Before Arrest: Police
Stranger Enters Harrisburg Home, Sexually Assaults Mom, Child Before Arrest: Police A man broke into a Harrisburg home, inappropriately touched a woman and her child, and was later arrested, Lower Paxton Township police said on Tuesday, Feb. 4. Rup Narayan Acharya, 55, entered a residence on the 4200 block of Catalina Lane on Jan. 15, where he allegedly assaulted the victims before they escaped to a neighbor’s house, police said. Officers responded to a trespassing call and launched an investigation, identifying Acharya as the suspect. He was taken into custody on Feb. 3. Acharya was charged with felony burglary, misdemeanor indecent assault, and misdemeanor recklessly en…

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