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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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Mugshots, Criminal History Released For UPMC Memorial Shooter Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz Mugshots, Criminal History Released For UPMC Memorial Shooter Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz
Mugshots, Criminal History Released For Upmc Memorial Shooter Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz Officials have released mugshots and new details about Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz, the gunman who stormed into UPMC Memorial Hospital, took ICU staff hostage, and shot multiple people—including slain West York Borough Officer Andrew Duarte. Shooter’s Criminal Background Uncovered Court records reveal that Archangel-Ortiz had a violent history, including a 2016 domestic assault where he struck his girlfriend in the head with a wine glass while intoxicated. October 2016 – Neighbors called police after hearing Archangel-Ortiz yell “I’m going to kill you b***” before attacking his then-girlfri…

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Calls For Metal Detectors, Security Surge At UPMC After Deadly Hospital Shooting Calls For Metal Detectors, Security Surge At UPMC After Deadly Hospital Shooting
Calls For Metal Detectors, Security Surge At Upmc After Deadly Hospital Shooting A growing movement is demanding sweeping security changes at UPMC hospitals after a gunman opened fire and took hostages in the ICU at UPMC Memorial Hospital, killing West York Borough Police Officer Andrew Duarte. A petition calling for mandatory security screenings, including metal detectors and armed guards at all entrances, has quickly gained traction, with hundreds of signatures and growing. A Preventable Tragedy? The petition, launched in response to the Feb. 22 attack, points to a pattern of increasing violence in healthcare settings. "When I visit WellSpan York, I have to show …

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Former Police Sergeant Accused Of Having Sex With Teen Girl Nearly 100 Times: PA State Police Former Police Sergeant Accused Of Having Sex With Teen Girl Nearly 100 Times: PA State Police
Former Police Sergeant Accused Of Having Sex With Teen Girl Nearly 100 Times: PA State Police A former Vandergrift police sergeant and Homer-Center school security officer is facing criminal charges for allegedly having sex with a 14-year-old girl nearly 100 times, authorities announced on Tuesday, Feb. 25. Anthony DePanicis Jr., 59, was charged with misdemeanor corruption of minors after troopers from PSP Kiski Valley investigated claims that he repeatedly engaged in sexual activity with a minor between August 1991 and 1994, authorities said. DePanicis was 25 years old and a part-time Vandergrift police officer when he allegedly befriended the victim. Investigators said the abuse c…

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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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Slain Officer’s Final Wish Revealed As Funeral Plans Announced After Hospital Shooting Slain Officer’s Final Wish Revealed As Funeral Plans Announced After Hospital Shooting
Slain Officer’s Final Wish Revealed As Funeral Plans Announced After Hospital Shooting 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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Daughter Found After Family Gets Disturbing Messages Showing Her Locked In Cage PSP (UPDATE) Daughter Found After Family Gets Disturbing Messages Showing Her Locked In Cage PSP (UPDATE)
Daughter Found After Family Gets Disturbing Messages Showing Her Locked In Cage PSP (Update) Kylee Fair, the 22-year-old woman Pennsylvania State Police feared had been abducted in the McKeesport area, has been located safe, authorities announced. Troopers previously reported concerns for Fair’s safety after her family and friends received messages from spoofed phone numbers about her status. Some of her friends allegedly received disturbing videos showing her locked in a cage, officials said. PSP Kittanning and Pittsburgh stations launched an investigation, but on Feb. 25, 2025, police confirmed she had been found safe. They thanked the public for their assistance in the matter. …

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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 Camden County Attorney Stole Clients Cash In NJ, PA Real Estate Scam: DA Suspended Camden County Attorney Stole Clients Cash In NJ, PA Real Estate Scam: DA
Suspended Camden County Attorney Stole Clients Cash In NJ, PA Real Estate Scam: 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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