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A Family's Legacy in Lockport Education

November 26, 2025

Lockport Township High School District 205 is grieving the loss of Della Travis, a former board member who dedicated four years of her life to the school district. Della, who was 84 years old, passed away recently, leaving behind a family that has been deeply involved in the community's education sy

education

Lockport Township High School District 205: A Change in Leadership Plans

October 26, 2025

In a move that surprised many, the Lockport Township High School District 205 Board made a decision that will keep their current superintendent, Robert McBride, in his role for another year. This decision was made during a recent board meeting, where all members agreed to extend McBride's contract u

crime

Unraveling the Mystery: The 2020 Gas Station Shooting

March 13, 2025

The story begins with a stolen car. A Hyundai Santa Fe was taken from a garage in Lockport. The owner, Gordon Nolte, had left the keys in the car and the garage door open. He woke up from a nap to find his car missing. A neighbor, Christina Marinucci, saw two people walking down the street, followed

crime

Shocking Crimes Across Towns

November 7, 2024

Last month was busy for local police forces. In Burbank, a man named Dylan J. Magana was charged for shooting at a home on Halloween night. Police tracked him through surveillance cameras and found a firearm with help from Markham cops. In Crete, James A. Wilder was arrested after a high-speed chase

politics

The Evolution of Voting: From Shouting to Machines

October 15, 2024

Long ago, in the early days of the United States, voting wasn't a quiet, private affair. The first presidential elections, held from 1788 to 1789, involved only white men shouting out their candidates' names publicly. This method, known as viva voce or voice voting, was the norm for nearly half a ce

business

New Brew on the Block: Lockport Welcomes Scooter's Coffee

September 20, 2024

Scooter's Coffee to Open New Location in Lockport In the heart of Lockport, a new addition is brewing. The city council has given the green light for Scooter's Coffee to set up shop at the Lockport Plaza, a bustling hub of activity on Ninth and Seventh streets. This will be the third location for S