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
Should Vermilion Go Dark to Combat Mayfly Swarms? Nearby Towns Say Yes
As towns along Lake Erie prepare for the annual mayfly invasion, cities like Port Clinton, Marblehead, and Erie Township are taking proactive steps by turning off streetlights along shoreline roads. The goal is to reduce the attraction of light-sensitive mayflies, which can descend by the millions and leave behind an Continue Reading
$25K Flagpole Donation in Jeopardy Amid Disagreement Over Showse Park Plans
A disagreement over the placement of a 60-foot flagpole at Showse Park has placed a $25,000 donation from the Lorain County Veterans Service Commission at risk. The donation was intended to fund the installation of a flagpole as part of the ongoing Showse Park Revitalization and Transformation Project. The flagpole 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
A View for Generations: Main Street Beach Dedicated
VERMILION, OHIO — May 18, 2025Residents and visitors gathered on Sunday afternoon to celebrate the official dedication of Vermilion’s newly revitalized Main Street Beach and Park, a project more than a decade in the making. Framed by sunshine and a Lake Erie breeze, the event featured heartfelt speeches, patriotic music, Continue Reading
Giant Eagle Swaps Reusables for New Plastic Bags
Giant Eagle has announced a change in its grocery bag policy, reintroducing plastic bags made from 75% recycled materials across its stores. This decision follows observations that the previously introduced fabric reusable bags were not widely adopted by customers and were often discarded after a single use. The new plastic Continue Reading