Hometown Extra

05/06/2026

In tandem with Mental Health Awareness Month, the Niagara County Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services has launched the Hope Speaks Niagara Community Coalition. For more information, visit www.niagaracounty.gov/hopespeaks.

In tandem with Mental Health Awareness Month, the Niagara County Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services has launched the Hope Speaks Niagara Community Coalition. It combines the county’s

05/01/2026

The annual Lockport Food Fest has been called off this year. Grace Platt, program manager for Lockport Main Street, said the cost of the event, along with reluctance from restaurants, and consumers being cautious about spending, led to the decision.

The annual Lockport Food Fest has been called off this year due to a variety of challenges.

04/30/2026

The stories are still there — carved into the smooth bark of old beech trees along the Erie Canal towpath. For generations, the trees have quietly held the history of hobos, young love, and family legacies. But beech bark disease is wiping them out.

The Erie Canal towpath was once the interstate for itinerant workers — hobos, if you will — who traveled from town to town in search of their next farming or

04/30/2026

Triumph is back. The Reloaded tour delivers the closest thing to a full reunion, blending nostalgia with a fresh, high-energy edge. If the Hamilton show is any indication, fans are in for something special when the tour hits Darien Lake.

It’s been a little over a week since the Triumph Reloaded tour hit the road. Even though the band has performed a handful of one-offs since quietly disbanding in 1993

04/30/2026

The Devil Wears Prada is back — this time, it’s taking on the chaos of modern journalism. It may not top the original, but with a standout cast and sharp look at the state of media, the sequel still delivers style, substance and plenty of Miranda.

Michael Calleri reviews films for the Niagara Gazette, the Lockport Union-Sun & Journal, and the CNHI news network. Contact him at [email protected].

04/27/2026

The Niagara County Sheriff's office is investigating a fatal crash involving a pickup and a motorcycle at the intersection of Youngstown-Wilson and Dickersonville roads in Porter on Monday afternoon.

The Niagara County Sheriff's office is investigating a fatal crash involving a pickup and a motorcycle in Porter.

04/17/2026

With the Buffalo Sabres making the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time since 2011 — and everyone around Western New York taking notice — a Niagara Falls institution has created a special offering to commemorate the occasion.

With the Buffalo Sabres making the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time since 2011 — and everyone around Western New York taking notice — a Niagara Falls institution has

04/17/2026

Devin Sierra, a first-year culinary arts student at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute, won first place at the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Northeast Jeune Chef Rôtisseurs Competition held April 10 in Newport, Rhode Island.

Devin Sierra, a first-year culinary arts student at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute, won first place at the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Northeast Jeune Chef Rôtisseurs Competition held April 10 in

04/17/2026

When her parents’ home in Newfane was destroyed by fire in February, Tammy Alt saw an outpouring of generosity and caring. It's happening again as donations are piling up for a benefit for Roger and Karon Taylor on April 25 at Olcott Fire Hall.

When her parents’ home at 6124 East Ave. in Newfane was destroyed by fire in February, Tammy Alt said the community showed its generosity and caring.

04/13/2026

The leader of the Buffalo Catholic Diocese weighed in Monday on President Donald Trump's recent criticism of Pope Leo XIV, urging "all who have the ability to bring about peace to come together and make it so."

The leader of the Buffalo Catholic Diocese weighed in Monday on President Donald Trump's recent criticism of Pope Leo XIV, urging "all who have the ability to bring about peace

03/30/2026

Spring arrives in the latest issue of Frontier!

The March edition of Frontier explores the people, traditions and stories that make the Niagara–Orleans region unique.

Inside this issue:
A couple preserving local history through living reenactment
A young musician bringing healing through song
A volunteer fire company celebrating 150 years
Easter traditions rooted in Eastern Europe
Gardening tips for classic spring bloomers

It’s a celebration of community, history and renewal across the Niagara Frontier.

📖 Read the new issue here: https://lockportjournal-cnhi.newsmemory.com/?special=Frontier