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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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Missing Man Found Dead In Pennsylvania Quarry: Coroner Missing Man Found Dead In Pennsylvania Quarry: Coroner
Missing Man Found Dead In Pennsylvania Quarry: Coroner A man reported missing in late November was found dead in the water of an underground quarry in Slatington, authorities announced on Thursday, Jan. 2. Jesse James Rutt, 41, was discovered in the quarry on the 300 block of East Church Street and pronounced dead at 11:34 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 30, according to the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office. Rutt had last been seen on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, in the Slatington/Walnutport area, wearing a gray jacket and jeans, police said. Known for traveling on foot, he was reported missing after he left home without his wallet or identification. Wal…

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Columbia Man Fatally Struck By Amtrak Train Had History In Mental Health Court Program Columbia Man Fatally Struck By Amtrak Train Had History In Mental Health Court Program
Columbia Man Fatally Struck By Amtrak Train Had History In Mental Health Court Program A Columbia man was killed after being struck by an Amtrak train in West Donegal Township on New Year’s Day, the Lancaster County Coroner announced on Thursday, Jan. 2. Alex Fitzgibbon, 34, a Mount Joy native, died from multiple traumatic injuries after the incident near the tracks on Wednesday, Jan. 1. He was transported to Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 7:22 p.m., according to the Lancaster County Coroner's Office. His death was ruled an accident following an autopsy on Thursday, Jan. 2. In 2019, Fitzgibbon was convicted of charges stemming from…

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Livvy Dunne, Pittsburgh Pirates’ Skenes, Chandler At New Orleans Bar Before Attack Killed 15 Livvy Dunne, Pittsburgh Pirates’ Skenes, Chandler At New Orleans Bar Before Attack Killed 15
Livvy Dunne, Pittsburgh Pirates’ Skenes, Chandler At New Orleans Bar Before Attack Killed 15 LSU gymnast and social media influencer Livvy Dunne, along with her boyfriend, Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes, and Pirates Pitcher Bubba Chandler were in New Orleans hours before the deadly pickup truck attack that killed 15 people early Wednesday, Jan. 1. Dunne, a native of Bergen County, New Jersey, shared photos on social media of herself, Skenes, and Chandler enjoying the New Orleans nightlife. In one image, the group is seen inside a bar, smiling and seemingly enjoying their evening. Shortly after, Dunne posted another photo of New Orleans with a broken heart emoji, indicating h…

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Wheelchair-Bound PA Man Survives New Orleans Attack With Broken Legs: Daughter Wheelchair-Bound PA Man Survives New Orleans Attack With Broken Legs: Daughter
Wheelchair-Bound PA Man Survives New Orleans Attack With Broken Legs: Daughter Jeremi Sensky, a 51-year-old man from Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, survived the New Orleans attack that killed 15 people early Wednesday, Jan. 1, despite being struck by the vehicle and suffering severe injuries. Sensky, who uses a wheelchair, was struck by the pickup truck during the attack in the French Quarter, breaking both legs and ejecting him from his chair, his daughter Heaven Sensky Kirsch told Daily Voice on Thursday, Jan. 2. “By the grace of God, he is alive,” Heaven said. “He’s currently in surgery. I want people to know my dad is alive, full of life, resilient, and I’m sure he’l…

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Police & Fire
Police Seek Two Men In Fatal Sheetz Shooting Of Tivory Bartlett: Coroner (UPDATE) Police Seek Two Men In Fatal Sheetz Shooting Of Tivory Bartlett: Coroner (UPDATE)
Police Seek Two Men In Fatal Sheetz Shooting Of Tivory Bartlett: Coroner (Update) Authorities are searching for two men believed to have information about the fatal Christmas Eve shooting of Tivory Bartlett in East Manchester Township, York County Regional Police announced. The individuals of interest have been identified as Tajai Markeise Robert Scott, 24, of Philadelphia, and Ajanii Lemar Barnes, of York. Police are urging anyone with information on their whereabouts to contact their local law enforcement or reach out to York County Regional Police via their website at www.ycrpd.org or by calling 717-741-1259. Tajai Scott  YCRPD Ajani Barnes YCRPD …

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UPMC Welcomes First New Year’s Baby Of 2025 UPMC Welcomes First New Year’s Baby Of 2025
Upmc Welcomes First New Year’s Baby Of 2025 UPMC Magee-Womens facilities in central Pennsylvania welcomed their first New Year’s baby of 2025 with Baby Lynnlee, born at UPMC Harrisburg on Jan. 1 at 12:29 a.m. Lynnlee, daughter of Jeffrey and Evelyn and sister to seven-year-old Autumn, weighed 9 pounds, 7 ounces and measured 19 ½ inches long. The family hails from Harrisburg. “We are so excited!” Evelyn said. “We were not sure if she would be born on New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day. We are so blessed, thankful, and happy to have a healthy and beautiful baby girl.” Baby Lynnlee is the first baby born in 2025 across all UPMC Magee…

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Pennsylvania Native Injured In Deadly New Orleans Attack That Killed Former Teammate Pennsylvania Native Injured In Deadly New Orleans Attack That Killed Former Teammate
Pennsylvania Native Injured In Deadly New Orleans Attack That Killed Former Teammate Ryan Quigley, a 2020 Princeton University graduate and former classmate and coworker of Tiger Bech, was injured in the deadly New Orleans pickup truck attack early Wednesday, Jan. 1. Quigley, a Lansdale Catholic High School graduate from the Class of 2016, was hospitalized following the attack, which claimed at least 15 lives, including Bech’s, in New Orleans’ French Quarter. Quigley and Bech both worked at Seaport Global Holdings LLC, a financial services firm in New York, and had remained close since their time at Princeton. Ryan Quigley Facebook/Ryan Quigley @ryan.quigley.3…

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2 Dead, After 4 PA Natives Were Shot By Stepson In WV: Police 2 Dead, After 4 PA Natives Were Shot By Stepson In WV: Police
2 Dead, After 4 PA Natives Were Shot By Stepson In WV: Police A Pennsylvania woman and her aunt were killed, and her husband and uncle critically injured, in a shocking shooting spree carried out by her stepson in Grantsville, West Virginia, state police said. Now, the family is asking for help to cover funeral expenses through a GoFundMe campaign. Jo Dee Louise Tribioli, 51, was known for her warm smile, love of animals, and devotion to her family. But her life was tragically cut short on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024, when she was fatally shot alongside her aunt, 71-year-old Carole Heagy of Mount Gretna, Pennsylvania, in a senseless act of violence. Jo …

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Lifestyle
Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition
Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition Sauerkraut ice cream? Yes, you read that right—Urban Churn is once again delighting adventurous taste buds with its famously unique and surprisingly delicious Sauerkraut Ice Cream. This limited-time yearly classic is a bold way to ring in the New Year, blending the tangy zest of sauerkraut with creamy goodness that has become a must-try tradition for many. A New Year’s Tradition With A Twist For Pennsylvanians of German heritage, pork and sauerkraut are New Year’s staples, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. Urban Churn, a central Pennsylvania favorite, has elevated this tradition by tr…

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Sports
NY Coach Wanted After Allegedly Attacking Referee Over 'Bad Call' At Spooky Nook: Police NY Coach Wanted After Allegedly Attacking Referee Over 'Bad Call' At Spooky Nook: Police
NY Coach Wanted After Allegedly Attacking Referee Over 'Bad Call' At Spooky Nook: Police A New York basketball coach is accused of head-butting and punching a referee during a youth basketball game at Spooky Nook Sports, leaving the official with serious injuries. A warrant has been issued for his arrest, with a court hearing scheduled next week. Jomo Errol Belfor, 41, of Mount Vernon, allegedly assaulted the referee after disagreeing with a foul call during a game on Dec. 22 at Spooky Nook Sports, located at 2913 Spooky Nook Road, East Hempfield Township, according to police. The altercation unfolded just after 2:30 p.m. when Belfor began arguing with the referee over the call…

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