Portland Township recycling will take place on Saturday, June 27th and Sunday, June 28th (always the 4th Saturday) from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm or until the bins are full. Please break down all cardboard boxes. Recycling is located at 1 Industrial Drive, next to Municipal Supply, and is open only to Portland Township residents.

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jean Louise Esterline, who entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on June 18, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on December 2, 1935, in Portland, Michigan, to John and Beulah Mellstead, Jean developed a lifelong love of learning and education. She went on to build a successful career with Foremost Insurance, where she faithfully worked until her retirement. Jean was preceded in death by her parents, John and Beulah Mellstead;

In celebration of America's 250th birthday, Portland is preparing for a fireworks spectacular unlike anything the community has ever experienced. This year's display promises to be bigger, brighter, longer, and more dazzling than ever before, creating an unforgettable evening of patriotic celebration. With a significantly expanded show featuring more fireworks and more excitement, spectators can expect a breathtaking display of color and light when the first rocket launches

Republican candidate Terry Frewen announced on June 20th that he has received the endorsement of Citizens for Traditional Values Political Action Committee (CTV-PAC) in his campaign for Michigan's 78th House District. Citizens for Traditional Values is a Michigan-based organization dedicated to protecting life, supporting families, defending religious liberty, and promoting limited government. "CTV is proud to support Terry Frewen for the House of Representatives 78th Dis

Thomas “Tom” Werner, 81, of Monticello, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026 in Monticello. He was born on July 16, 1944 in Lyons, MI to Fredrick E. and Virginia (Bushong) Werner. On August 24, 1963 he married Carol Green in Portland MI. She survives. He was a graduate of Portland, MI. He worked at Lindell Drop Forge in Lansing, MI before moving to Monticello in 1992 to work for Omni Forge in Remington from which he retired in 2007. Tom was the union president of Local #7