Portland, Michigan — situated at the confluence of the Grand River and the Looking Glass River — owes its existence to the very waterways that now pose periodic threats. The proximity of homes and ...

Pauline E. Kelly of Portland, passed away on February 25, 2026 at the age of 82. Arrangements are entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be made at ...

Last week we told you about Portland native Allie Hickling advancing to the Top 20 in the Ms. Health & Fitness Competition.  You can find that story HERE. Hickling has now reached the top 5 in the ...

The Portland Raiders boys wrestling team entered the postseason with clear goals and high aspirations. As with any successful program, countless hours of hard work and preparation laid the foundation ...

State Rep. Gina Johnsen welcomed Kent County Undersheriff Bryan Muir, Ionia County Commission Chair Terry Frewen, and Pastor Donald Eason, president of the Center for Urban Renewal and Education (CURE ...

The St. Patrick's Varsity Girls basketball team ended their regular seasons on Thursday. The Shamrocks lost a close game to the Bath Bees after they went on a late game run, 32-39. The Shamrocks ...

Although the weatherman is only calling for a high of 37 degrees in Portland today, Spring will be here before we know it. If ...

The MHSAA boys basketball playoffs kicked off this week across Michigan, and both the Raiders and the Shamrocks picked up wins in the district semifinals. The Raiders traveled to Belding to play host ...

The Portland girls wrestling team will once again be represented at the MHSAA Individual State Finals, as senior Lilli ...

With the upcoming arrival of Spring, or at least somewhat warmer weather, drivers can expect the large reconstruction project on I-96 to restart in the coming weeks. The eight-mile stretch of I-96 ...