Seventh Street in Covington blocked for John R. Green utility work, disruption should last a few days
Seventh Street between Bakewell and Main streets will be closed to through traffic for a few days beginning Thursday as…
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Round two for Covington neighborhood improvement grants kicks off, meeting to explain tweaks Thursday
The City of Covington is kicking off the second round of its Neighborhood Grant Program with an information meeting Thursday…
Cov Commission meeting: City Hall Task Force recommendations, packaged liquor sales approved
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Eight months ago, the city formed a task force to investigate not when or where,…
Covington’s grass-roots economic growth continues as 10 small projects are in line for City’s help
A new gourmet burrito restaurant. Two salons. An expanded shop for women’s clothing, paper goods, and gifts. And eight new…
Law enforcement veteran Chris Fangman sworn in as Newport’s Police Chief on Monday afternoon
NKyTribune staff Chris Fangman, a 15-year veteran of law enforcement with the Newport Police Department, was sworn in as Newport’s…
Transitions is among eight facilities to receive KY Opioid Response Effort grant to help in recovery
Eight facilities around the state — including Transitions in NKY — will receive federal grants from the Kentucky Opioid Response…
Boone County Fiscal Court lowers tax rate; ninth time in ten years rate is lower or flat
At its late August Fiscal Court meeting, the Boone County Fiscal Court voted unanimously to lower the Real Property tax…
Be prepared, not scared: September is National Preparedness Month for emergency planning
The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) is reminding the public that households, businesses and communities can increase their preparedness…
SD1 Board approves changes to Backup Assistance Program to make it easier for customers to get help
The Sanitation District No. 1 (SD1) Board of Directors approved at its August meeting changes to the District’s Backup Assistance…
Chris Fangman selected as Newport Police Chief; 15-year veteran to be formally introduced Sept. 9
NKyTribune staff Chris Fangman, a 15-year veteran of law enforcement with the Newport Police Department, will be formally introduced as…
Covington agrees to more small biz incentives, IL zone restaurants, taverns to sell packaged liquor
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter The City of Covington rolled out yet another set of incentives for small businesses Tuesday…
Covington looks at the future of Parks & Recreation – master plan seeks input about activities, facilities
The mission of Covington Parks & Recreation is easily identified: Fun. But defining “fun” – and identifying how the City…
Gov. Bevin appoints three NKYians to state boards: Matthew Enzweiler, Edwin Dale King, Joseph Schulte
Gov. Matt Bevin has made the following appointments to state boards and commissions: • Matthew Gerard Enzweiler, of Florence, a…
City of Wilder to break ground on new fire station, celebrate flag raising at Community Picnic Sept. 8
The City of Wilder will host a groundbreaking ceremony on September 8, at 1 p.m., promptly, to celebrate the upcoming…
Sixth and Scott streetscape project set to start, City says finished look will invite economic investment
Spatial properties … Streetscape appeal … Aesthetic judgments of urban space … The public realm … Visual aesthetic perception. You…
City of Covington puts vacant houses on market, seeks rehab proposals to create single-family homes
Covington is looking for rehabbers to turn three abandoned houses into single-family homes. The City issued three requests for proposals…
Riverfront Commons work begins next week, construction to take lot under Suspension Bridge
The long-awaited construction of the “crown jewel” section of Riverfront Commons begins next Tuesday. Crews from Prus Construction will begin…
‘State of the City’ presentation, ‘slam-dunk’ guest highlight Newport Business Association luncheon
By Don Owen NKyTribune reporter Newport City Manager Tom Fromme delivered his annual “State of the City” presentation Wednesday at…
Christensen resigns from Covington Human Rights Commission; Pointe Benton gets flood help
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter A man who was recently arrested on charges related to possession and distribution of child…
Covington sets Riverfest rules for downtown, Devou; familiar restrictions address safety, traffic
Enormous crowds will again flock to the riverfront and viewing spots around Covington to watch the annual Labor Day weekend…
Governor candidates Bevin and Beshear don’t agree on expanded gaming, marijuana legalization
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Expanded gaming, including legalizing casinos and sports wagering, is likely to come up again during…
Holiday boating safety: Follow few simple safeguards to make a difference and make Labor Day memorable
By Lee McClellan Kentucky Afield The sun sets earlier each day and the kids are back in school. Summer is…