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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.

Jillian Pikora's Contributions

Weather
Here’s How To Watch Punxsutawney Phil’s 2025 Groundhog Day Prediction Here’s How To Watch Punxsutawney Phil’s 2025 Groundhog Day Prediction
Here’s How To Watch Punxsutawney Phil’s 2025 Groundhog Day Prediction Punxsutawney Phil is set to make his 139th annual weather prediction on Sunday, Feb. 2, and you don’t have to be at Gobbler’s Knob to watch the moment unfold. Whether you’re hoping for an early spring or preparing for six more weeks of winter, here’s how to catch the legendary groundhog live. 📺 Watch Live Online Can’t make it to Punxsutawney? No problem! The event will be live-streamed across multiple platforms: Visit PA Live Stream PAcast Facebook Live (7:15 AM) YouTube Live (7:15 AM) Instagram Live (7:15 AM) Will Phil see his shadow? Find out live!

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Police & Fire
Gas Station Employee Beaten, Robbed In Uniondale: Police Gas Station Employee Beaten, Robbed In Uniondale: Police
Gas Station Employee Beaten, Robbed In Uniondale: Police A gas station employee was assaulted and robbed after stopping a man who tried to leave without paying for cigarettes and a drink in Uniondale, Nassau County police announced on Friday, Jan. 31. The suspect entered the Sunoco Gas Station at 1220 Hempstead Turnpike around 1:54 a.m. and attempted to purchase a drink and two packs of cigarettes, but his debit or credit card was declined, detectives said. Instead of leaving empty-handed, he grabbed the drink and tried to exit the store. A 65-year-old employee confronted him at the door, sparking a violent altercation. The suspect punched the em…

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News
Pediatric Patient, Mom Aboard Learjet Crashing, Exploding In Philadelphia (VIDEOS) Pediatric Patient, Mom Aboard Learjet Crashing, Exploding In Philadelphia (VIDEOS)
Pediatric Patient, Mom Aboard Learjet Crashing, Exploding In Philadelphia (Videos) An explosion rocked Northeast Philadelphia after a medical jet crashed into a densely populated area, igniting multiple fires and injuring people both in the air and on the ground, authorities told Daily Voice. A Mexican-registered Learjet 55, registered as XA-UCI, crashed near Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard just after 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 31, after departing from Northeast Philadelphia Airport, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Aerial view over Philadelphia crash site pic.twitter.com/DC48p3K2ff — TaraBull (@TaraBull808) February 1, 2025 Flight data s…

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News
PA Man Who Filmed Unconscious Rape Victims Sentenced To 25 Years: DOJ PA Man Who Filmed Unconscious Rape Victims Sentenced To 25 Years: DOJ
PA Man Who Filmed Unconscious Rape Victims Sentenced To 25 Years: DOJ A Pittsburgh man accused of raping unconscious women and trafficking them for commercial sex work has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison, authorities announced on Friday, Jan. 31. Eric Jefferson, 41, was sentenced by United States District Judge J. Nicholas Ranjan after being convicted of sex trafficking multiple women between June 2019 and April 2022, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Troy Rivetti. Investigators said Jefferson invited women battling drug addiction to live with him at his Polish Hill home, where he provided them with narcotics in exchange for sex. He allegedly wit…

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News
Red Fox Harassed By Lebanon County Snowmobilers Leads To Charges: DA Red Fox Harassed By Lebanon County Snowmobilers Leads To Charges: DA
Red Fox Harassed By Lebanon County Snowmobilers Leads To Charges: DA A man and a juvenile have been charged with harassing a red fox and attempting to run it over with snowmobiles in Heidelberg Township, Lebanon County, the Pennsylvania Game Commission announced on Friday, Jan. 31. Jeffrey S. Horst, 20, of Lebanon County, and a juvenile accomplice are accused of chasing the fox through a snow-covered field near State Route 501 and Locust Street on Jan. 20, according to court documents filed with Magisterial District Judge Anthony Verna. The pair turned themselves the Lebanon County District Attorney's Office announced on Friday, Jan. 24, as Daily Voice previo…

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News
PA Mom Breastfed Toddler While Using Meth, Selling Drugs From Home: DA PA Mom Breastfed Toddler While Using Meth, Selling Drugs From Home: DA
PA Mom Breastfed Toddler While Using Meth, Selling Drugs From Home: DA A Lancaster Township mother admitted to breastfeeding her toddler while using methamphetamine and marijuana, authorities announced on Friday, Jan. 31. Kristina Kadian, 32, and Joseph Eberle, 45, are accused of selling meth from their home while the child was present, according to the Lancaster County Drug Task Force. Both were charged with felony possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, felony conspiracy, and felony endangering the welfare of children. Detectives launched an investigation into Kadian and Eberle in December 2024, using undercover and confidential informants to p…

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News
Rapist ‘Took My Childhood Away From Me,’ Now 13-Year-Old Victim Says At Sentencing: Bucks DA Rapist ‘Took My Childhood Away From Me,’ Now 13-Year-Old Victim Says At Sentencing: Bucks DA
Rapist ‘Took My Childhood Away From Me,’ Now 13-Year-Old Victim Says At Sentencing: Bucks DA A Bristol Township man will likely spend the rest of his life in prison for repeatedly raping a young girl over the course of three years, Bucks County authorities announced on Thursday, Jan. 30. Carlos Navedo, 52, was sentenced to 35 to 70 years in a state correctional facility after being convicted in October of rape of a child, sexual assault, aggravated indecent assault, indecent assault, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, unlawful contact with a minor, and corruption of minors, prosecutors said. Navedo began raping the girl in January 2021 when she was just 9 years old and continu…

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News
Philadelphia Skating Club Members Among Those Killed In DC Plane Crash Philadelphia Skating Club Members Among Those Killed In DC Plane Crash
Philadelphia Skating Club Members Among Those Killed In DC Plane Crash The Philadelphia Skating Club & Humane Society is grieving the loss of several beloved members who were among those killed in a fatal crash over the Potomac River near Washington, D.C., on Monday, Jan. 29. The victims were part of the figure skating community, leaving the tight-knit group devastated. “We feel immense grief at the loss of so many talented skaters, their coaches, and families,” the club said in a statement. “We share this loss and grieve with the entire USFS Community. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone during this tragic time.” Posted by Philadelphia Skat…

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Traffic
Power Restored, Road Reopens After Crash In Chambersburg (UPDATE) Power Restored, Road Reopens After Crash In Chambersburg (UPDATE)
Power Restored, Road Reopens After Crash In Chambersburg (Update) Wayne Avenue remained closed in Chambersburg following a vehicle crash, and portions of the 5th Ward will experience a temporary power outage, officials announced on Thursday, Jan. 30. The Chambersburg Electric Department shut off power within a perimeter that includes Wayne Avenue, Coldbrook Avenue, Cumberland Avenue, and Cleveland Avenue, authorities said. Residences and businesses in the affected area were told to expect a 30-minute outage. The crash initially shut down Wayne Avenue between Derbyshire Street and Cleveland Avenue earlier in the afternoon. Police urged drivers to avoid the…

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News
German Man Who Lied About Age, Made Fake ID To Assault PA Teen Sentenced German Man Who Lied About Age, Made Fake ID To Assault PA Teen Sentenced
German Man Who Lied About Age, Made Fake ID To Assault PA Teen Sentenced A German man who created a fake ID and lied about his age to have sex with a 15-year-old Pennsylvania girl will spend up to a decade in prison, officials announced. Erik Weidling, 21, of Enger, Germany, was sentenced to four and a half to 10 years in state prison after pleading guilty to involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, unlawful contact with a minor, statutory sexual assault, aggravated indecent assault, corruption of minors, and criminal use of a communication facility, Lancaster County prosecutors said. Weidling met the girl online and flew to Pennsylvania in February 2024, staying…

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