Police introduce new K-9 team
Donations cover dog’s purchase and training VERMILION — Officer Zach Scholl and police dog Max have completed six weeks of training to become the city’s new K-9 team, with community donations covering the $15,800 cost, according to a Vermilion police Facebook post. The pair graduated from Excel K-9’s training academy Continue Reading
Ohio lawmakers approve gun restriction changes
Suppressors, short-barreled firearms covered by proposal COLUMBUS — Ohio lawmakers approved legislation Tuesday that would ease state restrictions on firearm suppressors and short-barreled rifles and shotguns, advancing the measure to Gov. Mike DeWine for consideration. Senate Bill 214 passed the House 69-27. The Senate then voted 21-9 to agree to Continue Reading
Ohio sets FirstEnergy rate hearings
Customers can weigh in Dec. 2 CLEVELAND — Lorain County residents can weigh in Dec. 2 on a proposed FirstEnergy rate increase that could add about $13 to $15 a month to a typical household’s electric bill by the third year of the plan. The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio Continue Reading
Council approves subdivision changes
Traffic concerns remain as development advances VERMILION — A proposed 119-home subdivision off Forestview Drive moved another step forward Monday, Nov. 2, when City Council approved changes allowing smaller residential lots despite continued questions about traffic and neighborhood access. Council approved the changes on the third reading of legislation involving Continue Reading
City considers higher wastewater fees
Proposal would add $7 to monthly bills VERMILION — Residents could pay an additional $7 per month for wastewater services under a proposal introduced to City Council on Monday, Nov. 2, as the city faces millions of dollars in improvements required by environmental regulators. The proposal would increase the city’s Continue Reading
Christmas Card Lane coming to Vermilion
New holiday tradition will benefit police K9 unit By Sandra Coe, executive director of the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce VERMILION — Victory Park will take on a festive new look this holiday season as the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce introduces its first Christmas Card Lane, inviting residents, businesses and organizations Continue Reading
Library to host Ohio forensics event
Free program explores famous criminal cases By Chloe BrowneMarketing and Community Engagement Manager, Ritter Public Library VERMILION — Ritter Public Library will host its second annual Elementary, My Dear Ritter forensics day Friday, Nov. 13, featuring presentations on famous Ohio criminal cases, including solved and unsolved investigations. The free, daylong Continue Reading
Four charter changes face Vermilion voters
Proposals cover council meetings, elections, water service and petitions VERMILION — Voters will decide four proposed changes to the city’s charter in the Nov. 3 general election, with questions affecting City Council meetings, write-in candidates, water service and residents’ ability to challenge city laws. Because Vermilion spans Lorain and Erie Continue Reading
Levy failure would trigger deep cuts
Superintendent outlines impact on students, families VERMILION — Larger classrooms, fewer teachers, reduced bus service and the possible loss of sports and other activities could become reality for Vermilion students if voters reject the school district’s operating levy Nov. 3. Superintendent Wes Weaver said the consequences would reach beyond athletics Continue Reading
Yacht brokerage expands into Vermilion
New business brings 25 years of experience VERMILION — A yacht brokerage company is expanding into Ohio, choosing Vermilion as its home along Lake Erie. Weber Yachts celebrated its arrival Tuesday, Oct. 27, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce along the Vermilion River. Capt. Tim Continue Reading