Author: Kris Dubé

Kris is a veteran journalist who has worked in Niagara for close to 20 years. He is also a lifelong resident of Fort Erie, a place he plans to call home and raise his family for many more years.

The Manic Maker sending love to Gilmore Lodge for Valentine’s Day

February 7, 2025 at 10:00 PM

A local business and its customers are sending love to residents of Gilmore Lodge for Valentine’s Day. The Manic Maker, a coffee shop and freeze-dried...

Navy League Cadets hosting pancake breakfast on Sunday

February 7, 2025 at 3:44 AM

The Fort Erie Navy League Cadet Corps (NLCC) is hoping the community is hungry this Sunday. A pancake breakfast fundraiser is being held at the...

Cinema Lounge thanks community for support; announces closure

February 6, 2025 at 8:55 PM

A unique entertainment option and fixture of downtown Ridgeway has run its end credits. According to a post on Facebook, Ridge Cinema Lounge, a small...

Town and Job Gym partnering for employment and resource fair

February 6, 2025 at 4:27 AM

Looking for a new career or perhaps a side job to make a little extra income? An event next week could be the answer. Job...

SFEN says between 15 and 20 people are unhoused in town

February 6, 2025 at 3:58 AM

A local non-profit that aims to support needy and vulnerable people in the community applauds a recent announcement from the regional and federal governments about...

Firefighters battle blaze on Queenston Blvd.; damage estimated at $450K

February 5, 2025 at 5:06 PM

About 30 firefighters from three stations battled a blaze at a home at the corner of Queenston Boulevard and Joseph Street Wednesday afternoon. The call...

Region preparing for major overhaul of Lakeshore Road pumping station

February 5, 2025 at 4:34 AM

A large presence of fleet and workers at a pumping station in Fort Erie was part of a planned upgrade, says a Niagara Region spokesperson....

‘Mom Box’ program an ‘amazing’ opportunity for young families

February 4, 2025 at 3:36 PM

Prices and how quickly kids outgrow things are a couple of challenges with keeping young children properly clothed, according to one mother who attended a...