Free voucher system allows Covington residents to drop off bulk trash at city transfer station
A new voucher system that goes into effect tomorrow will allow Covington residents to drop off yard waste, bulk items…
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Kenton County to hold second public meeting to gather input on new Independence Station Road Park
Kenton County is seeking feedback from residents at its second public meeting for the new, 225 acre Kenton County Park…
Sen. Rand Paul participates in roundtable with Northern Kentucky law enforcement officials
U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) traveled to Erlanger last week to meet with local law enforcement officers and sheriffs to…
Covington commission ‘passes over’ Orchard Park development, legal services renewal
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Melissa Zanella calls herself “pro-development.” After all, she’s an architect, and she understands that progress…
Former Bromley mayor, fire chief Donald Jobe killed in crash on Ky 17; awaiting September trial
Donald L. Jobe, 39, was killed in a three-vehicle crash on KY 17 at Pioneer Park Tuesday night. He was…
Frank Peluso Jr. hired as chief of Newport Fire Department, rose to rank of captain
Frank Peluso Jr., a veteran Newport firefighter who rose to the rank of captain during his 20 years with the…
Gov. Beshear makes appointments to Kentucky boards and commissions
Gov. Andy Beshear has made the following appointments to Kentucky boards and commissions: • Kevin Woosley to the vacancy in…
State Rep. John ‘Bam’ Carney dies at 51 after long illness, is remembered by colleagues and friends
By Mark Maynard Kentucky Today State Rep. John “Bam” Carney, who served as the House majority leader and was a…
U.S. Customs and Border Protection intercepts shipments of fake Apple AirPods at Erlanger facility
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers have intercepted five shipments of counterfeit Apple AirPods at…
June unemployment numbers send mixed signals — jobless rate falls, yet fewer report being employed
Kentucky’s seasonally adjusted preliminary June 2021 unemployment rate was 4.4%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS). The preliminary…
Kentucky coronavirus cases are nearly double what they were two weeks ago; vaccinations down by half
By Al Cross Kentucky Health News The coronavirus is coming back in Kentucky. The state reported 470 new cases Tuesday,…
Covington votes to accept Purdue Pharma settlement plan; another change order for levee landslide
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Covington Commissioners agreed Tuesday to approve an order to allow the city to accept opioid…
State Auditor Mike Harmon becomes first Republican to announce intent to run for governor in 2023
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear has picked up a Republican opponent for his anticipated 2023 re-election…
City of Newport wants feedback — hopes to see you at its Italianfest booth opening night
By Larisa Sims Newport Assistant City Manager We want your input. Are you a resident or business owner in…
State wildlife officials add Campbell County, two others to those asked to remove bird feeders
Staff report State wildlife officials have added three more counties — including Campbell County — to remove bird feeders as…
Great economic news: Kentucky ends fiscal year with at least $1.1 billion ‘record’ surplus
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The state of Kentucky wrapped up the fiscal year that ended June 30 with a…
Dayton Summer Bash tomorrow at Gil Lynn Park; police department raising funds for holiday gifts
The Dayton Police Department will hold the Dayton Summer Bash from 4 to 8 p.m. this Saturday, July 9, at…
Agriculture Department launches #MeatMeAtTheTable campaign to promote meat as centerpiece at meals
Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles joined the Kentucky Livestock Coalition and commodity organizations in Fayette County this week to…
Covington duplex owners to receive refund; city fixes ‘drafting error’ that led to high storm water fee
A two-word change in a Covington City ordinance first passed in February will send most owners of duplexes in Covington…
Covington’s newest police officer is a sergeant with six years experience in Michigan; sworn in, on the job
Covington’s newest police officer is a sergeant with over six years of experience enforcing the law and protecting citizens in…
Summer street cleaning starts July 8 in Covington; signs, link show schedule to move vehicles
Covington’s Public Works Department will begin its annual summer cleaning of residential streets on July 8, and “aesthetic appeal” is…
Surfside condominium collapse: Could it happen here? Public Protection Cabinet is agency in charge
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today The recent building collapse in Surfside, Florida, which has left at least 24 people dead…