Covington Fire Department looking to hire firefighters with at least two years’ experience
The Covington Fire Department is looking to hire, but there’s a catch: You must have at least two years’ experience…
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Beshear to hold regular non-COVID press conference — shares round-up of major stories, progress
Gov. Andy Beshear held the first Team Kentucky Update in the Capitol Rotunda Thursday after more than 15 months of…
Census results delayed — and therefore redistricting, though Kentucky population is shifting dramatically
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today While the job redrawing Kentucky’s Congressional and legislative districts every 10 years is a difficult…
City hears first reading on budget extension; Covington Plaza grand opening set for Friday
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter The show does, in fact, go on. Even with the last week’s negotiated (and accepted)…
Kenton County recognizes attorney Burr Travis’ many contributions to community with Pioneer Award
Kenton County recognized 2020 Pioneer Award honoree Burr Travis for his exceptional commitment to the community. Burr Travis retired after…
Road report: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet outlines the projects in progress in District 6
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 reports the following conditions and/or operations. Motorists should be aware of possible delays or…
Event to celebrate grand opening of dramatic new Covington Plaza riverfront space
The transformation of Covington’s riverfront was no small thing. Under the careful direction of Prus Construction’s project manager, 500 cement…
Joy Kramer to retire from KY Court of Appeals on Sept. 1, after 15 years; committee makes appointment
Staff report Judge Joy A. Kramer has announced she will retire from the Kentucky Court of Appeals on September 1…
City of Dayton offers code enforcement amnesty this summer; 50 blighted properties face higher taxes
The Dayton City Council has approved a Code Enforcement Amnesty Program to encourage property owners with outstanding code-enforcement violations to…
Volunteers needed Saturday for Covington leg of national River Sweet 2021 — help pick up trash
Dozens of volunteers are needed Saturday to clean trash from the banks of the Ohio River as part of the…
Covington City Manager David Johnston resigns, Ken Smith to serve as interim manager; budget extended
By Judy Clabes NKyTribune editor The Covington City Commission started its caucus meeting Tuesday night with an executive session that…
Labor Cabinet Secretary Larry Roberts retiring; Beshear names Jamie Link successor
Gov. Andy Beshear announced that Labor Cabinet Secretary Larry Roberts will retire at the end of June in order to…
City of Erlanger hosting Salsa in the City on Friday — enjoy music, dancing (lessons) and food
The City of Erlanger is hosting Salsa in the City on Friday, June 11. This event will be from 6-10-…
Kenton Station Road to get culvert pipe replacement June 8-30, motorists should expect long delays
Kenton County Public Works will be replacing culvert pipes on Kenton Station Road from June 8 – June 30 between…
Devou Park paved trails to be closed Monday, Tuesday for maintenance; seal will protect pavement
The paved multi-purpose trails in Covington’s Devou Park will be closed to use on Monday and Tuesday for maintenance. Specifically,…
Newport to celebrate grand opening of improved dog park June 6 to kick off Pet Appreciation Week
The improved Newport Dog Park will hold its grand opening today as part of Pet Appreciation Week, giving dog owners…
Kentucky correctional facilities reopening to in-person visitation; dates and times available online
The Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet on Friday announced that visitation dates and times for the facilities operated by…
William Funke honored by Kenton County as a 2020 Pioneer Award winner for outstanding service
At its Fiscal Court meeting recently, Kenton County recognized 2020 Pioneer Award honoree William Funke for his exceptional commitment to…
Covington to hold 12th annual celebration of NKY Pride with festivities showing ‘everyone is welcome’
The 12th annual celebration of NKY Pride begins with the City of Covington as a financial sponsor and Covington as…
Covington Police Department seeks public’s help with reaccreditation process through CALEA
The public should know three things about the gold, blue, and white decal on the side of Covington Police cruisers:…
Sanitation District 1 reminding residents of the dangers of region’s stormwater inlet structures
Sanitation District No. 1 is encouraging local residents to avoid stormwater inlet structures across the region. A stormwater inlet is…
Lobbying spending for the 2021 General Assembly short session is eclipsed only by 2019 record
The state Legislative Ethics Commission reports that total lobbying spending for the 2021 General Assembly Regular Session, $9 million, nearly…