Showse Park Veterans Memorial Plaza Breaks Ground in Vermilion
VERMILION — Ground was officially broken yesterday on the Veterans Memorial Plaza at Showse Park, marking a meaningful milestone for the park and another visible step forward in Vermilion’s East Corridor development. The project will create a permanent space for reflection, remembrance and community gatherings centered around those who have Continue Reading
Vermilion Schools Approve $1.2M Roof Contract, Work Set for Summer
VERMILION – After failed bond issues and years of planning, Vermilion Local Schools have approved a contract with Engineered Systems to replace the roof at Vermilion High School, with district officials saying the final price came in far below earlier estimates. The Board of Education unanimously approved the contract Monday Continue Reading
Public Art Vermilion Invites Community Into Conversation on Local Art Impact
VERMILION — What does public art really mean for a community like Vermilion? That’s the focus of an upcoming event hosted by Public Art Vermilion, where residents are invited to take part in a hands-on activity and panel discussion exploring how art shapes public spaces and community identity. The event, Continue Reading
Vermilion’s Annual Trout Release Returns
VERMILION — The Ohio Department of Natural Resources, working with local partners, is set to bring thousands of steelhead trout back to the Vermilion River this week as the annual community trout release returns to the city. The event is scheduled for April 24 at 10 a.m. at the public Continue Reading
Vermilion Welcomes New Police Chief, Promotions Announced
Holmes sworn in during ceremony at German’s Villa VERMILION — The Vermilion Police Department officially welcomed new leadership Friday evening as Scott Holmes was sworn in as the city’s next chief of police during a ceremony at German’s Villa. Holmes takes over the role following the retirement of Chief Christopher Continue Reading
Vermilion to Light Up Downtown with Lantern Parade This November
VERMILION — Main Street Vermilion has announced a new community event, the Vermilion Lantern Parade, scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2026, in historic downtown Vermilion. The parade will begin at 4:30 p.m. at Main Street Beach. Participants will walk along the sidewalks south on Main Street, west on Liberty Avenue, Continue Reading
Mayor: Proposed sewer facility is county project, not Vermilion’s
VERMILION — Vermilion Mayor Russ Owens used Monday night’s City Council meeting to address growing public concern over a proposed wastewater facility, stressing that the project is not being led by the city. “This is not a Vermilion city project or plant,” Owens said. “This is a Lorain County project.” Continue Reading
Pancake breakfast set to support local mechanic’s cancer recovery
VERMILION — A Vermilion mechanic known for helping others is now receiving that same support back from the community. Joe Pongallo, who is currently recovering from throat cancer treatment, is beginning to regain strength following a difficult stretch of chemotherapy and radiation. “He’s getting stronger day by day,” said his Continue Reading
Apex Strength Club Project Shifts to New Liberty Avenue Site
VERMILION — Plans for a new Apex Strength Club facility are moving forward at a new Liberty Avenue location after the project shifted from a previously proposed site to a larger parcel farther down the road. The project, led by owner John Decker, received preliminary site plan approval during the Continue Reading
Proposed Linwood Landing Food Truck Park Moves Forward; Timeline Still Unclear
VERMILION — A proposed food truck and vendor park near Linwood Park is moving forward, but several steps remain before construction can begin, leaving the opening timeline uncertain. The project, known as Linwood Landing Vendor Park, received support from the Vermilion Planning Commission during its April 1 meeting and is Continue Reading