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Jillian Pikora

Senior 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. For over a decade, she has worked as a staff reporter and freelance writer at Sisters Magazine, The Tempest, Huffington Post, CairoScene, and several other outlets. Before joining Daily Voice, Jillian worked as a digital news editor at Hearst's local NBC affiliate, WGAL News 8. She currently assists in managing Virginia, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Massachusetts; as well as reporting stories in Pennsylvania for Daily Voice.

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Police & Fire
Man Struck Dead By SEPTA Near Platform, Police Say Man Struck Dead By SEPTA Near Platform, Police Say
Man Struck Dead By SEPTA Near Platform, Police Say A man was struck and killed by a northbound Septa train at the Race Street platform in Philadelphia early Thursday, Jan. 23, authorities said. The incident occurred at Broad and Race streets in the 9th District around 4 a.m., according to police. The man, described as a white male of unknown age, was hit as the train passed the platform. Emergency crews from Philadelphia Fire Department Engine 20 responded to the scene and pronounced the man dead at 4:52 a.m., officials said. Septa Police transported the body to the Medical Examiner’s Office. The Philadelphia Police Department's Crash Inv…

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Police & Fire
Carjackings Attempts On I-83 After Crash Lead To Dover Man's Arrest: PSP Carjackings Attempts On I-83 After Crash Lead To Dover Man's Arrest: PSP
Carjackings Attempts On I-83 After Crash Lead To Dover Man's Arrest: PSP A crash on Interstate 83 led to a series of attempted carjackings by a Dover man under the influence of drugs, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Thursday, Jan. 23. A white GMC Yukon driven by 50-year-old Timothy Shaw crashed into a concrete median near mile marker 19.5 in Springettsbury Township, York County, on Tuesday, Jan. 21, at approximately 3:23 p.m., police said. The SUV veered off the roadway, broke through a fence, and became disabled. When motorists stopped to help, Shaw allegedly attempted to steal their vehicles by force. During one incident, he threw a victim from the shou…

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News
Missing 92-Year-Old PA Woman Found Dead In Neighbor's Car: Police Missing 92-Year-Old PA Woman Found Dead In Neighbor's Car: Police
Missing 92-Year-Old PA Woman Found Dead In Neighbor's Car: Police A 92-year-old Philadelphia woman who went missing on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, was found dead in her neighbor's car two days later, police said. Bessie Watson, who suffered from cognitive decline, was last seen by her daughter around 2 p.m. at their home on the 1700 block of Georges Lane in Wynnefield, according to Philadelphia police. Surveillance footage captured Watson leaving her home that afternoon but showed no signs of her return, Chief Inspector Scott Small said. Posted by Gwen Watson on Friday, December 16, 2016 Her disappearance sparked a search effort, with family membe…

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Nation’s Largest COVID-19 Tax Credit Scheme Uncovered In Long Island: USDOJ Nation’s Largest COVID-19 Tax Credit Scheme Uncovered In Long Island: USDOJ
Nation’s Largest Covid-19 Tax Credit Scheme Uncovered In Long Island: Usdoj Federal authorities announced on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, that seven people have been charged in a $600 million COVID-19 tax credit fraud scheme, the largest of its kind in U.S. history, uncovered in Central Islip, New York. Keith Williams, Jamari Lewis, Morais Dicks, Janine Davis, Tiffany Williams, James Hames Jr., and Ewendra Mathurin, all current or former New York residents, are accused of filing over 8,000 fraudulent tax returns between November 2021 and June 2023. The defendants allegedly exploited the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) and paid sick and family leave credit (SFLC), feder…

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Traffic
Following Fiery Crash, Route 283 West Reopens In Lancaster County: PennDOT Following Fiery Crash, Route 283 West Reopens In Lancaster County: PennDOT
Following Fiery Crash, Route 283 West Reopens In Lancaster County: PennDOT A crash involving multiple vehicles, including a tractor-trailer that caught fire, shut down Route 283 westbound between Route 772 and Spooky Nook Road in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) officials announced on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 4:10 p.m. The incident, which occurred around 3:38 p.m. and was first listed on 511PA.com, prompted emergency responders to close the road to address the fire and manage the crash scene, according to PennDOT spokesperson Fritzi Schreffler. PennDOT was notified of the westbound closure at 3:40 p.m. No injuries have been reporte…

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$200K Forged Jason Kelce Memorabilia Scheme Lands Trio Charges: MontCo DA $200K Forged Jason Kelce Memorabilia Scheme Lands Trio Charges: MontCo DA
$200K Forged Jason Kelce Memorabilia Scheme Lands Trio Charges: MontCo DA Three individuals face 60 felony charges after allegedly forging and selling fake memorabilia purportedly signed by former Eagles star Jason Kelce, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele announced on Thursday, Jan. 23. Robert Capone, 51, of Philadelphia; LeeAnn Branco, 43, of Bristol, Rhode Island; and Joseph Parenti, 39, of Cranston, Rhode Island, are accused of conspiring to sell counterfeit sports memorabilia, including jerseys, helmets, and photographs, falsely certified as signed by Jason Kelce. The fraudulent scheme caused financial losses exceeding $200,000, authorities said…

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Pennsylvania Chefs, Bars, Bakeries Earn 16 James Beard Semifinalist Spots Pennsylvania Chefs, Bars, Bakeries Earn 16 James Beard Semifinalist Spots
Pennsylvania Chefs, Bars, Bakeries Earn 16 James Beard Semifinalist Spots Sixteen Pennsylvania chefs, bars, and bakeries have been named semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards, the organization announced Wednesday, Jan. 22. Known as one of the nation’s most prestigious culinary honors, the awards celebrate excellence in food and beverage across the country. Philadelphia led the way with the most nominations: Greg Vernick of Vernick Fish is a semifinalist for Outstanding Chef for his creative and refined approach to cooking. Kalaya, a Thai restaurant in the city, is recognized in the Outstanding Restaurant category for its exceptional dining experienc…

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Snowmobilers Harass, Repeatedly Run Over Red Fox In Lebanon County: PA Game Commission (VIDEO) Snowmobilers Harass, Repeatedly Run Over Red Fox In Lebanon County: PA Game Commission (VIDEO)
Snowmobilers Harass, Repeatedly Run Over Red Fox In Lebanon County: PA Game Commission (Video) Two snowmobilers are accused of harassing a red fox and running it over multiple times in a Lebanon County field, the Pennsylvania Game Commission announced on Wednesday, Jan. 22. The disturbing incident occurred near the intersection of State Route 501 and Locust Street in Heidelberg Township, Lebanon County on Monday afternoon, Jan. 20, the commission said. **UPDATE: The snowmobilers have turned themselves in, click here to read out full report** The fox was reportedly chased through the field for over 30 minutes before being struck multiple times by the snowmobiles, according to inves…

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Police & Fire
NJ Man Groomed Easton Girl Online, Shared Child Porn, Faces Felony Charges: Police NJ Man Groomed Easton Girl Online, Shared Child Porn, Faces Felony Charges: Police
NJ Man Groomed Easton Girl Online, Shared Child Porn, Faces Felony Charges: Police A Tabernacle man accused of grooming a Pennsylvania girl online and sharing child pornography with her is now facing felony charges in Pennsylvania, police announced on Wednesday, Jan. 22. Fredderic Soda, 29, of Vincentown, is charged with Felony Unlawful Contact With a Minor - Sexual Offenses, Felony Child Pornography, Felony Corruption of Minors, Felony Unlawful Contact With a Minor - Obscene and Other Sexual Materials, and Misdemeanor Indecent Exposure, according to court documents. The charges stem from incidents that occurred on Sept. 1, 2024, Palmer Township Police in Easton, PA e…

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'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Vanishes After Missing PA Flight: Report 'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Vanishes After Missing PA Flight: Report
'Mob Wives' Star Natalie DiDonato Vanishes After Missing PA Flight: Report Natalie DiDonato, known for her appearance on Season 5 of "Mob Wives," has been reported missing after failing to show up for two flights home, according to TMZ. The Las Vegas Police Department confirmed that a missing person report for DiDonato, 44, was filed on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2025. However, Philadelphia Police did not respond to our request for comment. **UPDATE: DiDonato was found, click here to read out the our full report** According to TMZ, DiDonato’s family is deeply concerned after she failed to board a Jan. 5 flight from Philadelphia to her home in Florida. Friends and family sa…

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