Vermilion Township Fire Department Rescues Driver After Truck Flips Into Water-Filled Ditch
A quick response from the Vermilion Township Fire Department saved a man’s life Thursday after his truck overturned into a deep ditch filled with water behind the old Maurer property off Kneisel Road. Fire Chief Frank Triana said the driver was part of a railroad contract crew working north of Continue Reading
Vermilion Township voters to decide on fire and EMS levy this November
Vermilion Township voters will decide whether to approve an additional 3.35-mill continuous fire and EMS levy in the November 4 election. If approved, the new millage would combine with the township’s existing 1.65-mill levy for a total of 5 mills to support fire and emergency medical services, beginning collection in Continue Reading
Trustees Address Road Repairs, Fire Levy, and School Funding Concerns
The Vermilion Township Board of Trustees met October 1, 2025, covering a full agenda of road maintenance, zoning issues, fire department updates, and the ongoing debate over school funding at the county level. Trustees Kenn Baughman (Chair), Don Rowe Sr. (Vice Chair) and Kurt Johnson were all present. Fire Department Continue Reading
Phishing Scam Targets Vermilion Township Officials
Vermilion Township trustees are warning residents after a recent phishing scam attempted to trick local officials into purchasing gift cards. According to Trustee Chair Kenn Baughman, the scam involved emails or messages sent in his name, asking trustees to buy gift cards. The Erie County Sheriff’s Office was notified. Officials Continue Reading
Road Projects, Recycling Plans, and Resident Questions Shape Township Meeting
The Vermilion Township Board of Trustees met for the second time this month on September 17 at 6:30 p.m., holding one of their shortest meetings of the year. The session lasted less than 20 minutes but included several updates on township business. Key Updates Public CommentResident John W asked about Continue Reading
Barnes Road Closure Set for Late September in Vermilion Township
The Erie County Highway Department has announced that Barnes Road, between Darrow Road and Stanley Road in Vermilion Township, will be closed from September 29 through October 3, 2025. The closure is needed for a culvert replacement project (V-339). During this time, no through traffic will be permitted, including emergency Continue Reading
Vermilion Township Updates Rules on Political Signs
The Vermilion Township Board of Trustees has approved new rules governing political signs, aligning the township’s zoning code with constitutional standards and clarifying where such signs may be placed. At a regular meeting on June 18, trustees Kenneth Baughman, Kurt Johnson, and Don Rowe voted unanimously to adopt Resolution 2025-15, Continue Reading
Death Investigation Underway After Pedestrian Found on SR2 Near SR60
VERMILION TWP — A death investigation is underway after a pedestrian was discovered early Sunday morning on State Route 2 near the State Route 60 interchange in Vermilion Township. According to initial reports, a caller notified authorities around 3:15 a.m. that a person was lying in the westbound lanes of Continue Reading
Trustees Debate Sidewalk Project, Zoning Dispute, and Tourism Funding at Busy Vermilion Township Meeting
The Vermilion Township Board of Trustees met on September 3, 2025, for a lengthy session that covered zoning disputes, infrastructure projects, funding requests, and department updates. Trustees Kenn Baughman, Don Rowe Sr., and Kurt Johnson were present along with Fiscal Officer Stephanie Johnson, Fire Chief Frank Triana, and Township Administrator Continue Reading
Fatal Crash in Vermilion Township
The Ohio State Highway Patrol confirms that 34-year-old Sarah Gehringer of Wakeman was killed in a single-vehicle crash early Sunday on Darrow Road between Furnace and Risden Roads. According to the report, her vehicle left the roadway, struck a utility pole and two trees, and came to rest off-road. She Continue Reading