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Porter Press

The student news site of Lockport Township High School

Porter Press

The student news site of Lockport Township High School

Porter Press

Porter Players Take the Stage in 'Freaky Friday'

Porter Players Take the Stage in ‘Freaky Friday’

Written by Abigail Hogan, A & E writer May 23, 2024

LTHS’ Porter Players Drama Club put on this year’s spring musical, Freaky Friday. Beginning on May 9, many students, teachers, and family members showed up to watch the skilled and inspiring performance...

What's Up Brother!

What’s Up Brother!

Written by Jackson Zych, Sports Writer May 21, 2024

Over the past year, a new phenomenon has emerged. He goes by the name Sketch on YouTube and various streaming services. If you’ve heard your fellow peers or people on TV say his famous quote” What’s...

Gunpla Review #1: MG Barbatos

Gunpla Review #1: MG Barbatos

Written by Gabriel Sot, A & E writer May 20, 2024

Model kits: A hobby involving putting together robots, boats, planes, and more out of small plastic pieces. How often do you meet a person who actually builds them though? The word has a certain connotation...

The 6th Annual Triathlon of LTHS

The 6th Annual Triathlon of LTHS

Written by Abigail Worker, Features Editor May 16, 2024

Lockport’s PE Department had their 6th Annual Triathlon. There were so many students, teachers, and even administrators who participated in the Triathlon. Superintendent, Dr. McBride even completed his...

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Lockport’s 2024 Strike Out for Cancer

Written by Jack Lopresti, Sports Editor May 15, 2024

Strike Out for Cancer is Lockport’s baseball charity event where they partner with CC2 Forever Foundation to raise awareness and support research in the fight against cancer. The Strike Out for Cancer...

Fox 32 Interviews LTHS' Auto Class

Fox 32 Interviews LTHS’ Auto Class

Written by Ava Lamb, News Writer April 26, 2024

On Monday, 13 seniors and their automotive teacher at Lockport Township High School got interviewed by Fox 32 News to congratulate them on their ASE certification. Mark de la Vega has been teaching the...

LTHS Boys Water Polo 2024 Senior Night

LTHS Boys Water Polo 2024 Senior Night

Written by James Wyatt, News Writer April 25, 2024

On Tuesday, April 12, the Varsity Boys Water Polo team celebrated senior night along with a 7-6 win against Bradley High School. The first period of the game, Lockport connected passes along with catching...

For You Page: The Unraveling of TikTok

For You Page: The Unraveling of TikTok

Written by Abigail Worker April 23, 2024

TikTok is currently going to be under review by the Senate, deciding its fate in America.  Last month, the House overwhelmingly passed a measure that forces ByteDance a choice to either sell TikTok...

Rising Stars On Ice: Lockport’s Figure-Skating

Rising Stars On Ice: Lockport’s Figure-Skating

Written by Abigail Worker, A & E writer April 23, 2024

Lockport’s Figure Skating team took on sectionals at Robert Crown Ice Arena for their last competition of the 2024 season. The JV team placed 4th in beginner team maneuvers, while varsity placed in gold...

LTHS Winter Guard Bids Farewell to a Successful Season

LTHS Winter Guard Bids Farewell to a Successful Season

Written by Abigail Hogan, A & E writer April 23, 2024

The delicate fabric of flags soar, and paper floats to the ground as silver-clad figures dance across the floor. Golden yellow is slowly revealed behind layers of newspaper, dotting the stage with dashes...

Super Spring Service for Porters

Super Spring Service for Porters

Written by Abigail Carroll, Features Editor April 17, 2024

During spring break, LTHS took 21 students on a service trip to the Dominican Republic over spring break. Over the course of eight days, the students were able to spend countless hours working with local...

Cathleen Biga: Newly Inducted President of the ACC

Cathleen Biga: Newly Inducted President of the ACC

Written by Trudi Smith, A & E editor April 15, 2024

Over the weekend of April 6th the American College of Cardiology (ACC) had their annual international conference where they celebrated the 75th birthday of the organization. One of the biggest highlights...