Daniel Hitlan, Formerly of Vermilion Township, Sentenced for $2M PPP Fraud
Daniel R. Hitlan, formerly of Vermilion Township and more recently of Huron, Ohio, has been sentenced to 27 months in federal prison for defrauding the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) out of more than $2.5 million during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Continue Reading
Little Library and Baseball Card Tribute Move Ahead as Flag Dispute and Kiwanis Clash Stir Friction at Parks Meeting
AI Rendering of large laminate Alta Weiss on Sherod Park scoreboard. Not actual plans. For visualization purposes. The Vermilion Parks & Recreation Board approved two community-building projects during its May 20 meeting: a Little Free Library at Sherod Park and a mural honoring local baseball legend Alta Weiss. But those Continue Reading
Vermilion Students Connect Live with Astronaut Aboard the ISS
VERMILION, OHIO — Vermilion High School hosted a rare and inspiring event on May 23, 2025, as students participated in a live video conversation with astronaut Anne McClain aboard the International Space Station. The experience was made possible through NASA’s In-Flight Education Downlink program, in partnership with NASA Glenn Research Continue Reading
Stuff the Bus Program Returns to Help Local Families Gear Up for School
With back-to-school season fast approaching, the Stuff the Bus Committee of Erie and Huron Counties is once again stepping in to make sure students have what they need to succeed. The program, now open for registration, offers free backpacks and school supplies to students entering grades K through 8 whose Continue Reading
Trustees Question Developers, Delay Fire Station Repairs
VERMILION TOWNSHIP — Vermilion Township Trustees Kenn Baughman, Don Rowe Sr., and Kurt Johnson met Wednesday, May 21 for a public hearing on the proposed Kneisel Planned Unit Development (PUD), followed by their second regular monthly business meeting. Township Administrator Joe Baxter, Fiscal Officer Stephanie Johnson, and Fire Chief Frank Continue Reading
Charges Filed Against Vermilion Man in Child Pornography Case
LORAIN — A Vermilion man is facing 14 felony charges following an investigation into the alleged possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material, according to court records filed in Lorain County. Matthew G. Rich, 40, of Altamont Road, was indicted by a grand jury on May 15 on a total Continue Reading
Vermilion Bans Beach Fires as Council Approves Big Spending
VERMILION, OHIO — May 19, 2025Vermilion City Council met Monday evening at the Municipal Court Complex to vote on a series of ordinances and hear from residents on matters ranging from recreational sponsorship to street parking and municipal spending. Council members in attendance were Ward 1’s Patricia West, Ward 2’s Continue Reading
Vermilion Sailor Athletics Athletes of the Week!
This week, we recognize three outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. Seniors Zane Lassen and Noah Gimben. Seniors Zane Lassen and Noah Gimben. The 2nd doubles duo finished the last week of the season 3-0 in dual matches. Continue Reading
Vermilion Police Blotter (May 14–18, 2025)
The following incidents were reported by the Vermilion Police Department between May 14 and May 18, 2025. This blotter includes selected calls for service that reflect notable public safety responses and community concerns. Routine patrols, business checks, and school details have been excluded for clarity. May 14, 202510:14 PM – Continue Reading
Girl Scouts Leave a Surprise at Main Street Beach
A simple idea from a group of local Girl Scouts is already making waves at Main Street Beach. Earlier this year, Girl Scouts from Service Unit 509 proposed building a shared “Beach Box” filled with sand toys that families could use — and return — during their visit. The project, Continue Reading