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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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Police & Fire
Shelter-In-Place Order Ends With Arrest In South Central PA County: Police Shelter-In-Place Order Ends With Arrest In South Central PA County: Police
Shelter-In-Place Order Ends With Arrest In South Central PA County: Police A shelter-in-place order in Carroll Township, York County has been lifted after an arrest was made, police said on Sunday, Nov. 10. The order had been issued earlier in the day as police searched for a potentially armed individual in the area of Range End Road, Range End Manor, and Fairway Hill. Residents were asked to remain indoors and report any suspicious activity to 911, police reported. The shelter-in-place was cleared after the suspect was taken into custody. Police assured the public that there was no longer any threat to public safety. Details about the suspect’s identity or the c…

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Schools
Two More Arrested In PA School Bus Shooting: DA Two More Arrested In PA School Bus Shooting: DA
Two More Arrested In PA School Bus Shooting: DA Two more people have been arrested for shooting at a school bus full of students in Coatesville, Chester County officials announced on Sunday, Nov. 10. Jaki White-Marshall, 17, of Coatesville, was arrested and is set to be charged as an adult for allegedly firing at a bus full of high school students, the Chester County District Attorney revealed on Friday, Oct. 11, the day following the incident, as Daily Voice previously reported. Two additional individuals, Gabriel Johnson, 17, and Jose Medina, 20, both of Coatesville, have since been arrested in connection with the shooting, officials a…

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News
Top Hospitals In Pennsylvania For 2025 Named Top Hospitals In Pennsylvania For 2025 Named
Top Hospitals In Pennsylvania For 2025 Named Pennsylvania’s top hospitals for 2025 have been named, showcasing the best facilities in the state according to a new ranking. Released by Statista, the list honors hospitals based on patient care, reputation, and quality indicators. The methodology for this ranking involved an analysis of patient feedback, hospital recommendations from medical professionals, and performance metrics such as patient safety and treatment quality, according to Statista. Topping the list is the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Presbyterian Shadyside, praised for its comprehensive services and adva…

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Police & Fire
Raging Wildfires Scorch Pennsylvania, Threaten Communities as Containment Efforts Continue Raging Wildfires Scorch Pennsylvania, Threaten Communities as Containment Efforts Continue
Raging Wildfires Scorch Pennsylvania, Threaten Communities as Containment Efforts Continue Pennsylvania has been dealing with significant wildfire activity, with several blazes impacting different parts of the state as of Sunday, Nov. 10. Blue Mountain Fire, Northampton County: This major wildfire erupted near the Lehigh Gap and scorched approximately 600 acres. As of Nov. 7, officials reported that the fire was 100% contained, preventing further spread. Crews worked tirelessly to secure the area and protect surrounding communities. Governor Josh Shapiro wrote in a release on the fire:  "Thank you to all of our first responders who worked around the clock to battle the Blue…

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Car Flips Over Inside Covered Bridge In Pennsylvania: Fire Officials (PHOTOS) Car Flips Over Inside Covered Bridge In Pennsylvania: Fire Officials (PHOTOS)
Car Flips Over Inside Covered Bridge In Pennsylvania: Fire Officials (Photos) A car crash inside a covered bridge in Lancaster County late Friday night, Nov. 8, officials announced the following day.  Upper Leacock Fire Company reported that the crash happened shortly after 11 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9.  Fire crews were dispatched after receiving reports of a vehicle accident involving a car flipped onto its side within a bridge in Upper Leacock Township. When emergency units arrived, all occupants of the car were already outside the vehicle. Firefighters provided lighting and assisted with clearing debris once the car was removed from the bridge, authoriti…

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Man Struggling With Depression For Years Jumps To Death In Pennsylvania: Family Says (UPDATE) Man Struggling With Depression For Years Jumps To Death In Pennsylvania: Family Says (UPDATE)
Man Struggling With Depression For Years Jumps To Death In Pennsylvania: Family Says (Update) An adult man died after falling from a building in the 200 block of Strawberry Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, police confirmed. The incident occurred around 12 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, authorities told Daily Voice. The man's family has been contacted and is cooperating with the police as they complete their investigation. “At this time, through the investigation, it does appear to be a suicide, as nothing could be found to indicate otherwise,” officials told Daily Voice. The reason he jumped was unavailable at the time of publishing, but in the days since his family told us he strugg…

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Police & Fire
Cumberland County Teen Steals Beer, Drives Drunk From Sheetz, Police Say Cumberland County Teen Steals Beer, Drives Drunk From Sheetz, Police Say
Cumberland County Teen Steals Beer, Drives Drunk From Sheetz, Police Say A Camp Hill teen was arrested after allegedly stealing beer from a Sheetz and driving under the influence, police said. East Pennsboro Township police officers were on routine patrol at the Sheetz at 91 Erford Road in Camp Hill, on Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, when they spotted 18-year-old Carter Wiederhold leaving the store with stolen beer at around 12:44 a.m., according to a police release. Wiederhold, who drove away from the scene, was stopped by officers a short distance away. Wiederhold appeared intoxicated and took him into custody, according to the police. He was transported to UPMC West …

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Homeless Man Arrested For Allegedly Raping PA Girl, Police Say Homeless Man Arrested For Allegedly Raping PA Girl, Police Say
Homeless Man Arrested For Allegedly Raping PA Girl, Police Say A 34-year-old man experiencing homelessness has been charged in connection with the sexual assault of a teenage girl in Philadelphia, police announced on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024. Derrick Henry was arrested at 9:30 a.m. while receiving treatment at Temple University Hospital for an unrelated issue, authorities said. The charges stem from an incident that occurred on Saturday, Nov. 2, at approximately 1:20 a.m., when Henry allegedly sexually assaulted a 15-year-old girl on the 800 block of Chestnut Street, according to the Special Victims Unit handling the case. Henry faces multiple charges, in…

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PA Man Shots, Kills Friend During Fight Over Video Game, DA Says PA Man Shots, Kills Friend During Fight Over Video Game, DA Says
PA Man Shots, Kills Friend During Fight Over Video Game, DA Says A 21-year-old man from Phoenixville has been charged with homicide following the fatal shooting of his friend in Schuylkill Township allegedly during a fight over a video game, authorities announced Friday, Nov. 8. Holden Hoffsis was arrested and charged with First Degree Murder, Third Degree Murder, and related offenses for allegedly shooting 21-year-old Daniel Gray in the chest during an argument early in the morning, according to the Chester County District Attorney’s Office and Schuylkill Township Police Department. Police were dispatched to a residence on Westhorpe Lane at approximatel…

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Police & Fire
Child Killed In Multi-Vehicle Crash On Route 22/322 At I-81 Ramp: Police Child Killed In Multi-Vehicle Crash On Route 22/322 At I-81 Ramp: Police
Child Killed In Multi-Vehicle Crash On Route 22/322 At I-81 Ramp: Police A young child died after suffering serious injuries in a multi-vehicle crash on US Route 22/322, Harrisburg Police announced in an updated release on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024. The crash happened just north of Elmerton Avenue around 6:15 p.m., police detailed in the release. Responding officers found a severely injured child at the scene. The child was transported to a local hospital, where they later succumbed to their injuries. The Harrisburg Police Traffic Safety Unit arrived to investigate, and the road remained closed for several hours during their investigation and cleanup. This inves…

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