Niagara County, NY — Candlelight Cabinetry is reportedly planning to resume operations the week of Feb. 23, 2026, according to an internal company email and local reporting. The announcement follows weeks of public scrutiny after employees reported they had not received final paychecks.
What was announced an internal Candlelight Cabinetry email shared with staff and reported locally states the company intends to restart production and operations the week of Feb. 23. Local media coverage cites company communications but notes details on the scope of the restart such as staffing levels, production capacity, supplier relationships and customer fulfillment timelines were not provided.
Outstanding issues Former and current employees have reported delayed or missing final paychecks following the company's prior operational stoppage. Those payroll and wage issues remain unresolved in public reporting. There is no public confirmation yet that all affected workers have received back pay or final wages, nor is there an official timetable for payroll settlement.
Industry and community impact A restart could restore local jobs and vendor activity in Niagara County, but uncertainty over payroll resolution and the company's financial position may affect workforce trust, supplier confidence and order fulfillment. Contractors, dealers and customers awaiting cabinetry orders should seek direct confirmation from Candlelight Cabinetry regarding production schedules and delivery commitments.
What to watch for
- An official company statement confirming the Feb. 23 restart along with staffing plans and production capacity
- Updates on payroll resolution including timing for final paycheck distribution or back pay arrangements
- Notices to customers and trade partners about order status, lead times and warranty or service support
