Vermilion council keeps sewer rate the same, adopts uniform citywide charge
Vermilion City Council debated sewer rates during its Feb. 23 meeting at the Vermilion Municipal Court Complex, raising questions about fairness between neighborhoods and whether the city had enough financial information to make long-term decisions. The discussion centered on Ordinance 2026-5, which addresses the city’s wastewater (sewer) rates. Council did Continue Reading
Rotary Centennial Park Revitalization Moves Forward Ahead of 100th Anniversary
Plans to revitalize Rotary Centennial Park along the Vermilion River are continuing to move through the city’s review process as the Vermilion Rotary Club prepares for its 100th anniversary in 2028. The project, estimated between $750,000 and $1 million, would transform the riverfront space beneath the city’s water tower into Continue Reading
Sailor Standouts: Vermilion’s Athletes of the Week
This week, we recognize two outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. This week, we recognize two outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. .Emily Stiner – Senior Continue Reading
Vermilion Police Department BlotterFebruary 23 – March 1, 2026
The following report comes from the desk of Vermilion Police Chief Chris Hartung and summarizes police activity in the City of Vermilion for the week of February 23 through March 1, 2026. Incidents are listed by date and reflect calls for service and officer activity reported by the department. February Continue Reading
The Chairman’s Gavel
By Kenneth M. Baughman, Chairman, Vermilion Township, Erie County Ohio As I begin the third year of my first term as a trustee for Vermilion Township, I find myself once again serving as chairman of our board. Midway through my second year, I stepped into that role after one trustee Continue Reading
Sailor Standouts: Vermilion’s Athletes of the Week
This week, we recognize two outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. Sean Rini – Sophomore Sophomore Sean Rini Had personal best times at the Sectional 6 swim meet and qualified in 4 events for the Northwest District swim Continue Reading
Vermilion schools say new state tax laws could cost the district $7.4 million
VERMILION — Vermilion Local Schools Superintendent Wes Weaver is warning residents that recent changes to Ohio’s property tax laws could significantly reduce school district revenue, potentially costing Vermilion schools $7.4 million over the next two years, or roughly 28 percent of the district’s revenue. In an email sent to district Continue Reading
Vermilion Police Credited as Federal Prosecutors Secure 9-Year Sentence in Summit County Case
The Vermilion Police Department was recognized for its role in a multi-agency investigation that led to the federal conviction and sentencing of a Summit County man on child sexual abuse material charges, according to a press release from the U.S. Department of Justice. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern Continue Reading
Packed Lorain County commissioners meeting draws public comment on JFS strike, sewer and mega site concerns
ELYRIA — A packed Lorain County Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday, Feb. 24 drew more than a dozen speakers during public participation, many of them connected to the ongoing strike at Lorain County Job and Family Services. Other residents used the microphone to raise concerns about sewer planning, the county’s Continue Reading
Grace United Methodist Church to Host Public Presentation on Bias and Refugee Issues
Grace United Methodist Church’s Diversity Committee will host a public educational presentation Thursday, March 5, focused on bias and the global refugee crisis. The event, titled “Perpetual Bias 101: Definitions and Solutions through the Lens of the Refugee Crisis,” is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the church, 13406 W. Lake Continue Reading