Committees discuss crime, speed bumps, sidewalks, and stormwater

By Karen Cornelius Fire chief’s report: The Health and Safety Committee met on Monday night, July 10. Fire chief Chris Stempowski reported 24 incidents in June bringing the total for the year so far to 134 calls. He said in four to five weeks roof repairs will begin on fire station #1 on Ohio Street.Continue reading “Committees discuss crime, speed bumps, sidewalks, and stormwater”

Voters choose Forthofer, Ostrander to face off for mayor in November

By Karen Cornelius It was a very light turnout for the May 2 Primary in Vermilion on Tuesday with only one item on the ballot – choosing a mayoral candidate. According to the city charter if there are more than two candidates running for the position, there has to be a primary to narrow theContinue reading “Voters choose Forthofer, Ostrander to face off for mayor in November”

Mayoral candidates answer key questions, and look to May 2 Primary

The Vermilion Photojournal invited all four candidates running for mayor of Vermilion to answer a few key questions. They were given a two-week notice and a limit of 600 words for their answers. All candidates were asked the very same questions. According to the city charter if more than two people run for mayor, thereContinue reading “Mayoral candidates answer key questions, and look to May 2 Primary”