

Pete Hoffmeyer
- Nov 17, 2017
Raiders Knocked Out in Nail Biter
In this day and age of technology, I can write this story with no worries that the world is not hanging on my words to deliver the score...


Jim Townsend
- Nov 16, 2017
Shamrock State Finals Preview
As the St. Patrick School Shamrocks prepare to make the 401-mile trek to the Superior Dome in Marquette, we wanted to take a closer look...


James Townsend
- Nov 16, 2017
We Want to Hear from You
Do you have one of the following that you would like to share with The Portland Beacon? A story idea Your own article or photos An...


James Townsend
- Nov 16, 2017
PASG Fall Fundraiser This Saturday
The Portland Area Service Group Fall Fundraiser is this Saturday at VFW Post 4090. Doors open at 8:30 AM. Please see flyer above for...


The Portland Civic Players
- Nov 14, 2017
Portland Civic Players Bring Christmas Classic to the Stage
Looking for something to help get you in the Christmas spirit? Then look no further than our own local civic theater group. The...


Jim Townsend
- Nov 13, 2017
Photographer Amy Guilford’s Favorite Raider Football Photos of 2017
Photographer Amy (AJ) Guilford has generously shared her photos of Portland Raider football with The Portland Beacon all season long....


Jim Townsend
- Nov 12, 2017
Shamrocks Over Kinde North Huron, Advance to Finals
The Shamrocks of St. Patrick School hosted the Warriors of Kinde North Huron on bitterly cold Saturday afternoon in the 8-Player Division...


Jim Townsend
- Nov 11, 2017
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4090 Serving Local Veterans Since 1945
On this Veterans Day, as we thank those men and women who have served in our armed forces, we wanted to also take a closer look at our...


Keirstyn Blaschka and Kailen Brennan
- Nov 10, 2017
Portland High School Teacher Adds to P.E. Classes with New Bicycling Curriculum
The 2017 school year began in a new, exciting way for Physical Education students thanks to gym teacher, Andrew Pulling. This year, a new...


James Townsend
- Nov 10, 2017
Obituary for Milton E. "Milt" Smith
Milton Erastus Smith, age 94, of Portland, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2017. He was born July 12, 1923 in Ferry, Michigan, the son...