This Vermilion Mom Just Hid 1,200 Easter Eggs—And Your Kids Are Invited!
Vermilion families looking for a fun, last-minute Easter activity are in luck. Local Girl Scout leader and Vermilion Township resident Kitty Schwanitz is organizing a community egg hunt today—and she’s got all the details covered below. “For the parents scrambling to find a local Easter egg hunt! I am offering Continue Reading
Sudden Exit: Vermilion Township Trustee Roger Scott Steps Down — Here’s What We Know
Vermilion Township Trustee Roger Scott has officially resigned from his position as of April 6, 2025. His departure follows recent public concern surrounding the way a February trustee meeting was conducted, which led to some residents calling for his resignation. While no formal reason has been given, the decision marks Continue Reading
Vermilion Twp. Fire Chief Sounds Alarm on Funding Crisis, Proposes Full-Time Paramedics
By Aaron Knapp Vermilion Township Fire Chief Frank Triana delivered a detailed and concerning report to the Township Trustees at a recent meeting, outlining the department’s current operational status and emphasizing a critical need for increased funding to sustain and improve services. Chief Triana’s report included a proposal to consider Continue Reading
Joe Baxter Appointed as Vermilion Township Administrator Following Sexton’s Resignation
After the resignation of Township Administrator Keith Sexton, the Vermilion Township Board moved quickly to appoint a replacement during their Wednesday night meeting. Local resident and business owner Joe Baxter was selected to fill the vacant seat. Baxter had previously run for an unexpired 2-year term as trustee in the Continue Reading
Kurtz and Sexton Resign–Leave Vermilion Township Hanging
The April 2, 2025, Vermilion Township Board of Trustees meeting began with significant leadership changes. Trustee Bob Kurtz and Township Administrator Keith Sexton had both resigned after accepting positions in the private sector. Kurtz’s exit was particularly notable, as he had assured voters during his campaign that he was capable Continue Reading
Fatal Train-Vehicle Collision on Coen Road
Vermilion Township authorities responded to a fatal collision between a van and a Norfolk Southern train on Coen Road at the Northern railroad crossing late Thursday morning. According to the Erie County Sheriff’s Office dispatch log, the crash occurred at approximately 11:59 a.m. Emergency responders, including the Vermilion Township Fire Continue Reading
Why Did Three Residents Call for a Trustee’s Resignation—And Why Did Another Trustee Raise Concerns?
Editoral Commentary Houston… I think we have a problem. Three people asked for Trustee Scott’s resignation at the Vermilion Township Board of Trustees meeting tonight. These complaints stem from Trustee Scott’s behavior at public meetings and his actions in private. Specifically, concerns were raised about last month’s meeting. At tonight’s Continue Reading
Vermilion Township Board of Trustees Meeting: A Rough Night to Watch, Housing Proposals, and Leadership Challenges
Business Meeting at 1907 State Rd. The meeting, held at 6:30 p.m., offered a detailed look at local governance from fiscal management and infrastructure updates to proposals that could shape the community’s future. However, the session was not without its challenges, particularly in its leadership. Fiscal Oversight and Routine Approvals Continue Reading
Commentary: Roundabouts, Speed Limits, and Road Safety. Will ODOT Address the Hazards of State Route 60 in Vermilion?
State Route 60 is one of Vermilion’s most heavily traveled roadways, but for those who use it daily, it has also become one of the most dangerous. Between Mason Road and Sailorway Drive, a short stretch of just a few miles, drivers encounter multiple intersections, high-speed traffic, and challenging road Continue Reading
What’s Next for Novotny Farm Market Barrier? Discussion at Vermilion Township Trustee Meeting 9/4/24.
The Vermilion Township Board of Trustees convened for their monthly general business meeting on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at the Vermilion Township Meeting Room. The meeting commenced at 6:30 p.m., led by the Chair Trustee Kurtz, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Meeting Audio can be found below: Please download Continue Reading