Maria Pulcinella is a digital producer for WHYY News interested in impactful, community-centered journalism.
Her work on WHYY News’ 2022 digital election coverage helped earn the station a Regional Murrow Award for Excellence in Innovation.
Her work has appeared on NPR, HuffPost, and VICE Media, among other outlets.
Before returning to her home city from Boston, Maria specialized in digital products and design. She is an honors program graduate of Emerson College.
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5 months ago
What you need to know about the 2023 Pa. general election
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7 months ago
Heat Advisory remains in effect as late-summer heat grips Philly
The NWS recommends that people stay indoors and check on older relatives and neighbors.
8 months ago
Philly is under a Heat Health Emergency due to ‘oppressive’ temps
Thirty-two libraries and rec centers will have extended hours through Saturday so people can cool off. Utility shutoffs will be paused as well.
9 months ago
Fog, expected storms delay underwater search for missing children in Bucks County
A community vigil, meanwhile, is scheduled to take place Thursday evening to mourn those lost in the flood.
9 months ago
Officials to pivot to underwater search for 2 missing children after Upper Makefield flood
About 100 officials, as well as drones and cadaver dogs, have been combing the area near the creek that drains into the Delaware River.
9 months ago
Victims identified in Upper Makefield flooding, as search for missing children expands
“These people did not drive into high water,” said Fire Chief Tim Brewer. “They were caught.”
9 months ago
Pa. extends Code Orange for Philly area as wildfires fuel poor air quality
Under a Code Orange, air quality may be unhealthy for vulnerable groups such as children, people with asthma, people with heart or lung disease, and older adults.
9 months ago
Philly and its suburbs are under a Code Orange due to poor air quality
Under a Code Orange, air quality may be unhealthy for vulnerable groups such as children, people with asthma, people with heart or lung disease, and older adults.
9 months ago
Code Orange declared for Philly, suburbs due to poor air quality
Under a Code Orange, air quality may be unhealthy for vulnerable groups such as children, people with asthma, people with heart or lung disease, and older adults.
9 months ago
Code Orange declared for Philly area due to poor air quality
Under a Code Orange, air quality may be unhealthy for vulnerable groups such as children, people with asthma, people with heart or lung disease, and older adults.
10 months ago