Maya Thompson

Bureau Chief · Lancaster, PA

Maya has over 15 years of experience covering local government and policy issues in Pennsylvania. She is a graduate of Temple University with a degree in Journalism. Before joining Lancaster Current, Maya worked at the Harrisburg Patriot-News, where she broke several major stories on state legislation.

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Health

Sixth Measles death confirmed in Jefferson County, PA health officials report

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — An unvaccinated Jefferson County resident has died from measles, bringing Pennsylvania's total confirmed measles-associated deaths to six this year. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH), confirmed measles cases have reached 1,467 in the state...

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