Covington awarded $1.36m SAFER federal grant to hire eight new firefighters; approves new equipment
The City of Covington has been awarded a $1.36M SAFER federal grant to hire eight new full time firefighters. The…
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Chief Justice Minton says expungement requests have doubled over past year as result of new law
Chief Justice John D. Minton Jr. said in his annual State of the Judiciary address that Kentuckians benefit when the…
Boone County Sheriff’s officer among nominee’s for Ky. Crisis Intervention Team Officer of the Year
Staff Report A Boone County Sheriff’s Officer has been nominated for Kentucky’s Crisis Intervention Programs Officer of the Year. Lt….
John Medford: Report from City of Union on stepped-up communications, new director, new web site
I am serving my fourth term as a City Commissioner for the City of Union. I’m proud to serve the…
City of Covington issues 2016-2017 green stickers promoting waste and recycling program initiatives
The City of Covington will be issuing 2016-2017 green stickers to property owners as it continues its Waste & Recycling…
Gov. Bevin makes appointments to boards, commissions; includes three Northern Kentuckians
Gov. Matt Bevin has made the following appointments to Kentucky boards and commissions: Robert William Heckel and James A. Huber…
Northern Kentucky counties approve plan for $30 million radio system upgrade for first reponders
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties are about to embark on a $30 million radio…
Boone County closes Boone Cliffs State Nature Preserve; Middle Creek Park to remain open
NKyTribune staff The Boone County Fiscal Court has temporarily closed the Boone County Cliffs State Nature Preserve due to significant…
Kenton County Animal Shelter gets grant to support Community Cat Diversion program
The Kenton County Animal Shelter (KCAS) has updated its ordinances to increase life saving efforts by bringing a Community Cat…
Law suit questions Matt Teaford’s candidacy; he says he isn’t raising money and hasn’t campaigned
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor Where is Matt Teaford, Republican candidate for Kentucky’s 67th District House of Representatives? Where does…
Dates and times for Kenton County Public Works Fall Cleanup at Lincoln Ridge Park announced
Looking to clean out the house before the cold weather? Kenton County Public Works is hosting its annual Fall Clean-Up…
Fort Wright Mayor Hatter explains special meeting on Wednesday, to set new property tax rates
Mayor Dave Hatter has sent the following newsletter message to the citizens of Fort Wright: It’s that time of year when…
Preparing for closure of IRS ‘flat top’ facility in 2019: Covington gets update, net job loss 1638
The City of Covington received updated information regarding the recent announcement of the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) closure of its…
NKY schools, organizations among those invited to submit proposals for $91 m in Work Ready funds
NKyTribune staff The Work Ready Skills Advisory Committee, formed to select projects for the Commonwealth’s new $100 million workforce bond…
IRS to close Covington ‘submission processing operation’ in 2019, move affects 1800 employees
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor In a move that will impact 1800 employees of 4100 in the metropolitan area, the…
House Task Force on Vulnerable Kentuckians to hold meeting at Gateway CTC Urban Metro Campus
Rep. Arnold Simpson, (D-Covington), today announced that the House Task Force on Vulnerable Kentuckians will hold its fourth meeting on…
Northern Kentucky Workforce Investment Board recognizes WIOA Award winners at luncheon
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor The Northern Kentucky Workforce Investment Board hosted its fifth annual Workforce Innovation and Opportunity…
Gov. Bevin addresses auto industry leaders at AutoVision Conference in Lexington Monday
Gov. Matt Bevin addressed global automotive manufacturers, suppliers and service providers at the AutoVision Conference in Lexington Monday. The second-annual,…
Boone County Animal Shelter hosts Pawapalooza; proceeds to benefit care and treatment of animals
The Boone County Animal Shelter is preparing to host the fifth annual Pawapalooza. This family-friendly day-long event includes a K9-5K,…
Kenton County Clerk Summe announces voting place changes; October 11 is deadline for registering to vote
Kenton County Clerk, Gabrielle Summe, encourages all voters to check out www.GOVOTEKY.COM where they can check their registration status under…
Statewide ‘Kentucky Trained. Kentucky Built.’ campaign to encourage apprenticeships
Gov. Matt Bevin and Labor Secretary Derrick Ramsey launched the “Kentucky Trained. Kentucky Built,” an apprenticeship campaign that will help…
Hampton establishes Kentucky Chapter of national Aerospace States Association
Lt. Gov. Jenean Hampton has joined the Aerospace States Association (ASA) and established a Kentucky Chapter of the organization (KY…