The Portland Leader

04/11/2025

04/11/2025

DEASY LANE CLOSED 11/4 AND 11/5:
Deasy Ln will be closed tomorrow (11/4) and Wednesday (11/5) for the excavation of a bore pit.

Please see attached map.
We apologize for any inconvenience.

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04/11/2025

HOLIDAY SANITATION SCHEDULE:

Here are the remaining 2025 Observed Holidays and their respective sanitation schedules- and some extra info regarding trash/bulk pickup.

City offices will be closed for:

Veteran's Day:
Tuesday November 11- trash will be picked up on Wednesday, November 12. (One day late)

Thanksgiving:
Thursday, November 27- Trash will be picked up on Wednesday, November 26. (One day early)
Friday, November 28- Trash will be picked up Monday, December 1. (One business day late)

Christmas:
Wednesday, December 24- Trash will be picked up on Tuesday, December 23. (One day early)
Thursday, December 25- Trash will be picked up on Friday, December 26. (One day late)

30/10/2025

Have you gotten your 2025 Portland Christmas ornament yet? This year's ornament features McKendree Memorial United Methodist Church. These are available for $20 at the Portland Chamber office located at 107 N. Broadway.

Our typical business hours are Monday - Thursday from 9am to 4pm.

This is our 11th ornament. If you are interested in previous years, give us a call or stop by as well. (615-325-9032)

30/10/2025

🎃👻🎃Get in the super spooky and festive Halloween spirit with the awesome fall events happening throughout the week!🎃👻🎃

30/10/2025

30/10/2025

WESTMORELAND MAN CONVICTED OF RA**NG A CHILD, OTHER SEXUAL ABUSE OFFENSES

Today, following a 3-day jury trial in Sumner County Criminal Court, Assistant District Attorneys General Nathan Nichols and Tara Wyllie secured convictions against Skye Clinton Sweat, (age 40) of Westmoreland, for multiple counts of r**e of a child and other child sexual abuse-related offenses.

During the trial, Generals Nichols and Wyllie presented evidence that, in May of 2024, a 9-year-old girl reported to her mother that Sweat had shown her pornographic videos on his phone and touched her inappropriately. The victim's mother immediately took her to the Westmoreland Police Department to report the incident. During a subsequent forensic interview at Ashley's Place, the victim disclosed graphic details of sexual acts performed on her by Sweat between 2023 and 2024. Det. David Hightower of the Westmoreland Police Department presented Sweat's case to the Sumner County Grand Jury, which returned an indictment against him.

The Jury convicted Sweat of 4 counts of r**e of a child, 6 counts of aggravated sexual battery and 2 counts of exploitation of a minor. He faces up to 316 years in prison, without the possibility of probation, parole, or early release. Immediately after the jury returned its verdict, Criminal Court Judge Dee David Gay revoked Sweat's bond. He will remain in the Sumner County Jail pending sentencing.

In announcing Sweat's conviction, District Attorney General Dean said the following:

This conviction would not have been possible without the bravery of the victim and excellent investigation undertaken by the Westmoreland Police Department. We also appreciate work of Ashley's Place and OurKids Clinic, who collected valuable evidence in this case as well as the support provided to the prosecutors and victim by Victim Witness Coordinators Sally Ann Pirtle and Jennifer Woodard.

The safety of Sumner County's children is one of my top priorities as District Attorney General and my office will remain committed to seeing that those who harm children are brought to justice and held accountable for their crimes.

21/10/2025

TRICK OR TREAT AT CITY HALL:
Bring out your little monsters for Trick or Treat through City Hall on Halloween from 2pm-4pm!

Whether you cause fear and fright, or your costume sparks delight- we have loads of candy for all the children who dare to wander the halls!

But don't be scared, kids! You got a friend (or more) at City Hall that will take your candy supply to infinity and beyond!*

Stop in on Friday, October 31st from 2pm-4pm for some Trick or Treating at City Hall!

Don't forget to bring a bag or bucket!

*Due to logical impossibilities, we unfortunately cannot give out infinite candy. Sorry Kids!

20/10/2025

Join us for the 2025 Harvest Craft Show on November 8th! Browse handmade crafts, trinkets and more!

It's a one-of-a-kind shopping experience you don't wanna miss!

With free admission, door prizes and food trucks- you could enjoy the craft show for hours on end.

Stop by Richland Park Gym on November 8th @ 9am and see what all the hype is about!

20/10/2025

We would like to honor local Veterans from Portland and the surrounding areas at the 2025 Portland Veterans Day Breakfast happening Tuesday, November 11th at 8am at the Portland First Baptist Gym.

We invite any Veteran to attend who is able as well as a spouse/guest. Widows/widowers of Veterans are also invited to attend.

Please RSVP at the link below or by calling 615-325-9032 so we can plan for food & seating.
https://www.portlandcofc.com/events/details/2025-veterans-breakfast-1580

If you have any special requests or require special assistance, please also let us know.