The City of Portage Police Department wanted to have a dog around the station that could help people in a way other than the role of patrol dogs. Chief Michael “Mike” Candiano expressed his interest in having a therapy dog to brighten up the...

The Portage Police Merit Board, at the August 19, 2024, special meeting, voted to invoke the Emergency Hiring procedure for several open positions this summer. Application packets for the position of Patrol Officer for the Portage Police Department...

This is Portage Mayor Austin Bonta. We are currently experiencing a major gas leak, north of I 94 in the Ameriplex. I 94 is closing in both directions  from Portage to Burns Harbor. There is a gas smell south of this area and  NIPSCO will...

This week in Northern Indiana is all about having fun with the family before the school year starts again. Whether it’s gathering school supplies or squeezing in one last day at the market, being with the ones you love makes every day fun! Take a...

For years, GreatNews.Life (GNL) has been capturing your favorite Independence Day moments every 4th of July. From our very first celebration in Valparaiso in 2009, GNL has always provided top-notch photography for the community when it comes to...

The weather is looking beautiful this weekend in Northern Indiana, so it’s time to get outside and party! Whether you’re prepping for Festival of the Lakes, looking for concerts to jam out to, or hoping to catch some time with your family and...