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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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Caught On Video: Puppy Snatched From Plymouth Pet Store In Broad Daylight Caught On Video: Puppy Snatched From Plymouth Pet Store In Broad Daylight
Caught On Video: Puppy Snatched From Plymouth Pet Store In Broad Daylight A brazen thief was caught on video swiping a black German Shepherd puppy worth $2,800 from a pet store in Plymouth Township, authorities announced. Surveillance footage shows the suspect walking into Playful Pets on 115 Ridge Pike at 3:15 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 17, before snatching the pup from its pen, according to Plymouth Township police. The thief then sprinted out of the store with the stolen puppy and jumped into the driver’s seat of a newer-model red Ford Ranger pickup truck parked in the driveway next to the building, police said. The suspect was last seen speeding eastbound on…

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Officer Killed At UPMC Funeral Set, Maryland Police Given Priority Seating Officer Killed At UPMC Funeral Set, Maryland Police Given Priority Seating
Officer Killed At Upmc Funeral Set, Maryland Police Given Priority Seating West York Borough Police Officer Andrew Duarte will be laid to rest this week after he was killed in the line of duty during a mass shooting at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York County on Saturday, Feb, 22. His family, fellow officers, and an outpouring of community support are ensuring his legacy of service and sacrifice is never forgotten. Funeral Service Details Duarte’s funeral will take place on Friday, Feb. 28, at 1:00 p.m. at Living Word Community Church, 2530 Cape Horn Road, Red Lion, PA. Due to high attendance expectations, seating arrangements are as follows: Seating inside the c…

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Family Gets Disturbing Messages Of Daughter Locked In Cage After Possible Abduction: PSP Family Gets Disturbing Messages Of Daughter Locked In Cage After Possible Abduction: PSP
Family Gets Disturbing Messages Of Daughter Locked In Cage After Possible Abduction: PSP Pennsylvania State Police are searching for a 22-year-old woman who may have been abducted in the McKeesport area after being dropped off by a known party, authorities announced. Kylee Fair’s family and friends told troopers they received messages from spoofed phone numbers about her status, leading them to believe she is in danger, state police said. Some of her friends allegedly received videos showing her locked in a cage, according to officials. Troopers with the Pittsburgh and Kittanning stations are investigating her disappearance and urging anyone with information to call PSP Kittann…

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Triple-Fatal Fire: Toddler, Parents Killed, 2 Kids Rescued In PA Duplex Fire Triple-Fatal Fire: Toddler, Parents Killed, 2 Kids Rescued In PA Duplex Fire
Triple-Fatal Fire: Toddler, Parents Killed, 2 Kids Rescued In PA Duplex Fire A tragic fire tore through a Kittanning duplex early Monday morning, Feb. 24, killing a mother, father, and their 3-year-old child while two older children managed to escape, officials said. The deadly blaze erupted in the 1400 block of North Grant Avenue just before 4 a.m., according to Armstrong County Coroner Brian Myers. The victims have been identified as Kayla Whittaker, 28, her son Ryland Whittaker, 3, and Jason C. Blystone Jr., 26. Their bodies were found inside a bedroom, the coroner said. Two other children, ages 5 and 7, were able to get out of the burning home. Their condit…

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Elderly Man Fires Gun Inside PA DMV Bathroom, Shatters Mirror: Police Elderly Man Fires Gun Inside PA DMV Bathroom, Shatters Mirror: Police
Elderly Man Fires Gun Inside PA DMV Bathroom, Shatters Mirror: Police A 70-year-old Pennsylvania man is accused of recklessly firing a gun inside a busy DMV bathroom, blasting a mirror before walking away, police announced on Monday, Feb. 24, 2025. The terrifying incident unfolded at the Pennsylvania Driver Licensing Center on N. Enola Road in Cumberland County around 3:34 p.m. on Dec. 2, 2023, East Pennsboro police said. Investigators say Alexander Golovkin of Camp Hill discharged his firearm inside the restroom, sending a bullet into the mirror. Authorities did not disclose whether anyone else was inside at the time. Golovkin is now facing charges of r…

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Suspended Attorney Stole Client Funds In Downingtown Home Sale: DA Suspended Attorney Stole Client Funds In Downingtown Home Sale: DA
Suspended Attorney Stole Client Funds In Downingtown Home Sale: DA A suspended real estate attorney is accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars from clients in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, prosecutors announced on Monday, Feb. 24. James "Jim" J. Vassallo Jr., 55, of Voorhees, New Jersey, was arrested for misappropriating funds while handling a Downingtown, Pennsylvania, home purchase in early 2023, the Chester County District Attorney’s Office said. Despite having his Pennsylvania law license suspended since August 2018, Vassallo allegedly continued to act as an attorney, taking money from his clients under false pretenses. The victims wired funds …

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Firefighter Burned Battling Fiery Mobile Home Blaze In Franklin County: Officials Firefighter Burned Battling Fiery Mobile Home Blaze In Franklin County: Officials
Firefighter Burned Battling Fiery Mobile Home Blaze In Franklin County: Officials A firefighter suffered burns while battling a mobile home fire in Franklin County, where bystanders feared two people were trapped inside, emergency officials confirmed. The fire broke out just after 2 p.m. at the Red Bridge Mobile Home Park in the 1900 block of Philadelphia Avenue in Greene Township on Sunday, Feb. 23, according to Franklin County 911. Engine 45 was the first to arrive and found a single-wide trailer fully engulfed in flames. Deputy Chief 47, identified as Olson, assumed command as bystanders reported that two people might still be inside, emergency officials said. Crews …

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Frozen Water Bottles Hurled At Cars In Bucks County: PA State Police Frozen Water Bottles Hurled At Cars In Bucks County: PA State Police
Frozen Water Bottles Hurled At Cars In Bucks County: PA State Police Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after frozen water bottles were thrown at passing cars in Bucks County, shattering windshields and causing damage, authorities announced. Troopers from PSP Dublin responded to multiple complaints between 11 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, and 1 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, after motorists reported being targeted in Durham and Nockamixon townships, police said. Victims told investigators they saw a sedan approach before the projectiles were launched at their vehicles, according to state police. Although no injuries were reported, the frozen bottles caused broken…

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Coroner Called To Mobile Home Fire In York County (DEVELOPING) Coroner Called To Mobile Home Fire In York County (DEVELOPING)
Coroner Called To Mobile Home Fire In York County (Developing) A coroner has been called to a mobile home fire in York County on Sunday morning, Feb. 24, according to emergency dispatchers. The fire broke out at a home in the 300 block of Ridge Road in Newberry Township just before 9 a.m. Crews arrived to find the home fully engulfed in flames, dispatch said. Authorities have not confirmed the number of victims. Firefighters from the Newberry Township Fire Department and other local agencies remain on the scene, working to control the blaze. Ridge Road is expected to be closed to traffic in the area. Officials urge the public to avoid the scene. Thi…

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Halifax Man’s Sick Intentions Exposed After 65 Child Exploitation Files Found: Feds Halifax Man’s Sick Intentions Exposed After 65 Child Exploitation Files Found: Feds
Halifax Man’s Sick Intentions Exposed After 65 Child Exploitation Files Found: Feds A former Dauphin County man is headed to federal prison after authorities uncovered disturbing evidence of his plans to exploit a child, prosecutors said. Dylan Ruppert, 29, of Halifax, was sentenced to 97 months behind bars after investigators found 65 files of child sexual exploitation on his phone, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced on Saturday, Feb. 22. Federal and state agents raided Ruppert’s home on Aug. 11, 2023, and not only discovered the explicit images but also chilling messages in which he allegedly discussed grooming a child for sexu…

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