Vermilion Police Blotter: June 30–July 6, 2025
The following incidents were reported by the Vermilion Police Department during the week of June 30 through July 6, 2025. The blotter is compiled from information provided by Police Chief Chris Hartung. June 30, 2025 July 1, 2025 July 2, 2025 July 3, 2025 July 4, 2025 July 5, 2025 Continue Reading
Vermilion Fire Department Incidents
June 28 – July 4 From the Desk of Vermilion Fire Chief Bill Brown Vermilion Fire Department Incident Summary: June 28 – July 4 June 30 July 1 July 2 July 3 July 4 For immediate emergencies requiring fire, EMS, or police assistance, please always dial 9-1-1. For non-emergency inquiries Continue Reading
Vermilion Fire Department Incidents: June 21 – June 27, 2025
The following is a report of fire department activity for the City of Vermilion between June 21 and June 27, as provided by local officials: June 2113:50 – EMS assist – Vermilion RoadResponded to assist EMS with a male who had fallen from a ladder. One truck responded with one Continue Reading
Vermilion Police Blotter: June 23–29, 2025, Arrests, Accidents & Animal Control
The following report was provided by Vermilion Police Chief Chris Hartung as part of a weekly update to inform the community about local law enforcement activity. The blotter highlights incidents ranging from arrests and motor vehicle accidents to thefts, disturbances, and other public safety matters. June 23, 2025 June 24, Continue Reading
Coal Ash Spill in Vermilion River Deemed Low Risk by Officials
A coal ash spill occurred this morning on the Vermilion River near the Liberty Avenue bridge trestle. According to Captain Graham of the Vermilion Police Department, a train dumped material into the river, spreading quickly downstream toward the lake. He initially described it as coal dust based on its appearance Continue Reading
Coal Dust Spill in Vermilion River Prompts Health, Safety Concerns
Update 2: After speaking with Vermilion Fire Chief Bill Brown he’s saying the ash is non-toxic. I reiterated are you sure. He repeated non-toxic. He also stated he’s waiting to hear from the EPA. Bill has stated the coal ash released into the water is stable and unlikely to pose Continue Reading
Vermilion, Clearview Renew Rivalry After Nearly 40 Years Apart
Vermilion and Clearview will renew their athletic rivalry starting in the 2026 and 2027 football seasons. The two schools, which shared a conference decades ago, will once again face off on the field. According to Vermilion Athletic Director Andrew Stillman, the matchup became necessary after Willard, Vermilion’s previous week-three opponent, Continue Reading
Fireworks Safety: A Guide to Responsible Celebration
From the desk of Vermilion Fire Department Chief Bill Brown Fireworks are a beloved tradition in many cultures around the world, especially during holidays such as the Fourth of July in the United States, New Year’s Eve, and various festivals. They light up the sky with dazzling colors and create Continue Reading
Lorain Pair Sentenced for Selling Drugs in Fatal Overdose Case
In May 2022, 22-year-old Justin Cramer died in Vermilion from a fentanyl overdose shortly after purchasing the drugs from Tyler Fox and Abigail Link, both 25 and residents of West 20th Street in Lorain. Investigators used phone records, surveillance video, and witness interviews to link Fox and Link to the Continue Reading
Vermilion Schools Eye Another Bond Levy Vote?
The Vermilion Local School District has scheduled a special board meeting for Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Vermilion High School Commons. According to the official notice, the purpose of the meeting is to consider and potentially vote on a resolution that would begin the legal process of placing a $47 Continue Reading