Vermilion’s first Pride celebration brings community together at Grace United Methodist Church
VERMILION TWP — Grace United Methodist Church hosted Vermilion’s first community Pride celebration June 6, bringing together residents, speakers, churches, vendors and families for a day centered on acceptance, support and community. The event, titled PRIDE 2026: “Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors,” was held on the church grounds at Continue Reading
Vermilion to Digitally Track Road Repairs as Infrastructure Work Continues
Mayor says city is documenting street work, water main breaks and pursuing EPA discussions VERMILION — Vermilion Mayor Russ Owens said the city is beginning a new process to digitally track road repairs as officials continue work on streets, water infrastructure, wastewater issues and long-term EPA-related requirements. Owens gave the Continue Reading
Fire, EMS Costs Remain A Concern In Vermilion Township
VERMILION TWP — Vermilion Township Fire Department officials reported another active month for EMS calls, equipment repairs and hose testing during the township trustees’ June 3 regular meeting, while a broader discussion over how to fund future fire and emergency medical services remains unresolved. Fire Chief Frank Triana reported that Continue Reading
Court Dismisses Cherry Road Zoning Case
VERMILION TWP. — A long-running zoning dispute involving a Cherry Road property has been dismissed after an Erie County Common Pleas Court judge found the Erie County Prosecutor did not have standing to bring the case. The May 22 ruling, issued by Judge Richard J. McMonagle, dismissed the case involving Continue Reading
Health Center at Vermilion High School Open to Broader Community
Health Center at Vermilion High School Open to Broader Community Erie County Community Health Center says patients do not have to live in Vermilion or Erie County to use the site VERMILION — A health center located inside Vermilion High School is not just for students, and residents do not Continue Reading
Vermilion Fire, Police Chiefs Update Council on Equipment, Training and Safety Plans
Fire department reports apparatus repairs, while police discuss festival safety, Marine Patrol and e-bike concerns VERMILION — Vermilion’s fire and police chiefs updated City Council on equipment, training and safety planning during the June 1 Health and Safety Committee meeting. Fire Chief Bill Brown said the Vermilion Fire Department responded Continue Reading
Vermilion Class of 2026 celebrates new beginnings
l VERMILION — Vermilion High School celebrated 133 graduates during commencement exercises at 1 p.m. May 31 in the high school gymnasium. Principal Andrew Perry told graduates the day was about more than finishing high school. “Today is a celebration of achievement, perseverance and possibility,” Perry said. “But more than Continue Reading
Yoga, Concerts Coming to Vermilion Parks This Summer
VERMILION — Vermilion parks will host a mix of wellness and live music this summer after the Parks and Recreation Board approved two community event requests during its May 19 meeting. The board approved a request from Heidi Boone to hold a series of community yoga classes at East Exchange Continue Reading
A Trailblazing Trustee’s Legacy Lives On in Vermilion Township
VERMILION TWP — Janet Knittle, a longtime Vermilion Township resident, former township trustee, realtor and community volunteer whose name is now tied to one of the township’s most important public safety facilities, died Saturday, May 23, at her home. She was 87. Knittle’s life stretched across family, business, public service Continue Reading
Transient Rental Debate Highlights Differences Across Vermilion Neighborhoods
VERMILION — A proposed update to Vermilion’s transient rental rules drew a lengthy discussion during the May 18 Legislative Committee meeting, with city officials pointing to safety, compliance and neighborhood concerns while several Linwood Park cottage owners argued their historic seasonal community should not be treated the same as full-time Continue Reading