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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.

Jillian Pikora's Contributions

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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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
News
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
News
67 Pounds Of Weed Seized As Pennsylvania Man Busted For Firearm Trafficking At JFK: DA 67 Pounds Of Weed Seized As Pennsylvania Man Busted For Firearm Trafficking At JFK: DA
67 Pounds Of Weed Seized As Pennsylvania Man Busted For Firearm Trafficking 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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by Jillian Pikora
News
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
News
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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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Lancaster Man Diagnosed With Schizophrenia Missing For Nearly 1 Week: PA State Police Lancaster Man Diagnosed With Schizophrenia Missing For Nearly 1 Week: PA State Police
Lancaster Man Diagnosed With Schizophrenia Missing For Nearly 1 Week: PA State Police A man with schizophrenia has been missing for nearly a week, and Pennsylvania State Police are asking for the public’s help in locating him. Alexander Neff, 42, of Holtwood, was last seen leaving his home on the 1000 block of Holtwood Road in Martic Township at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, state police announced on Monday, March 17. Neff is described as 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing about 170 pounds, with brown hair, blue eyes, and a scar across the top of his head. He was last seen wearing a brown Carhartt jacket, according to police. State police noted that Neff has schizophrenia and ma…

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
SUV Crashes Into Church, Injures 3 In Lansdale Borough: Police SUV Crashes Into Church, Injures 3 In Lansdale Borough: Police
SUV Crashes Into Church, Injures 3 In Lansdale Borough: Police A black Range Rover crashed into St. John's United Church of Christ after striking another vehicle in Lansdale Borough, leaving three people injured, police announced on Monday, March 17. The crash happened at 500 West Main Street around 1:11 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, according to Lansdale Borough Police. Investigators said the SUV first hit a silver GMC Sierra traveling eastbound on West Main Street, causing significant damage to the GMC before veering off and slamming into the church’s front stairs. The Range Rover's driver was transported to Grandview Hospital with non-life-threatenin…

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by Jillian Pikora
Lifestyle
'Shark Tank' 2025 Open Auditions Coming To Philadelphia 'Shark Tank' 2025 Open Auditions Coming To Philadelphia
'Shark Tank' 2025 Open Auditions Coming To Philadelphia Entrepreneurs and innovators looking for their big break will have a chance to impress ABC's 'Shark Tank' casting team when open auditions come to Philadelphia, producers announced. The hit reality show, which gives contestants the opportunity to pitch their business ideas to a panel of millionaire and billionaire investors, will host an open call at The Event Center at Rivers Philadelphia on Friday, April 11, 2025. Aspiring business moguls will have one minute to deliver a compelling pitch, just like on the show. Wristbands will be distributed between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., and only those who…

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by Jillian Pikora
News
Inmate Found Dead In Lancaster County Prison Just Days After Arrest Inmate Found Dead In Lancaster County Prison Just Days After Arrest
Inmate Found Dead In Lancaster County Prison Just Days After Arrest A 26-year-old inmate was found dead in his Lancaster County Prison cell just two days after being booked on drug charges, officials announced on Monday, March 17. Chaz Lowery, whose most recent court record lists him as homeless, was discovered unresponsive during a routine cell check at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, according to prison officials. Staff immediately attempted CPR and called 911, but despite desperate life-saving efforts by Lancaster City Fire and EMS personnel, Lowery was pronounced dead at the scene. There was no outward indication of trauma or foul play, but authorities…

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