Already 31 veterans strong, Covington police say ‘natural fit’ program will save money
When Josh Bornhorn left the U.S. Army after eight years of service, he was looking for the right “fit” in civilian…
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Covington commissioners agree to one-time stipend for non-union and FOP employees
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter It’s time to deliver some help. And after the Commission’s regular legislative meeting Tuesday night,…
Covington commission approves IRS demolition contract with O’Rourke Wrecking Company, an eight-month project
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter COVINGTON – The demo is a go. Ken Smith, Covington’s City Manager, told Commissioners last…
Covington official Ross Patton makes plans for next adventure — in France; city seeking replacement
Even if you haven’t met Ross Patten personally, odds are you see evidence of his work every day throughout Covington….
City of Covington close to IRS demolition agreement, defines ‘buckets’ for distribution of rescue plan funds
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter COVINGTON – It’s time for the city of Covington to get buckets. And that’s just…
City of Covington begins issuing citations to landlords who fail to obtain rental licenses
Time is running out for landlords who are refusing to obtain the required rental dwelling license in Covington. City officials…
Funds available for Covington’s homeowners, rental owners for removal dangerous lead-based paint
A program set up to protect children and their families from lead-based paint in old homes still has substantial amounts…
Commission to state House: Covington needs ‘seat at the table,’ takes issue with proposed redistricting
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter A firm ‘No.’ That’s what the City of Covington is saying in response to the…
COV Small Business Program reaches milestone as four additional businesses receive funding
Two new small businesses owned by women – a women’s boutique and a marketing consultant – and two commercial façade…
Covington police officer, five firefighters are in WKy helping with tornado search, rescue response
A police officer and five firefighters from the City of Covington are in far Western Kentucky as part of the…
‘Business Coach’ Lisa Brann offers savvy assistance for Covington’s businesses; contract renewed
When businesses and entrepreneurs in Covington need assistance – whether that’s fleshing out a business plan, finding resources, navigating the…
COV presents ‘Heart of Community’ award to citizens who improve city with time, energy and intellect
The mayor’s former assistant who has become a one-woman volunteer force in her Eastside neighborhood. A long-time leader of the…
Covington fire department expands management staff to emphasize training; promotions follow
A new deputy chief position designed to put undivided focus on training within the Covington Fire Department has set in…
Covington gets award for support of small businesses from Int’l Economic Development Council
City officials from Louisiana to Ohio have reached out to Covington over the last few years with hopes of emulating…
Keep Northern Kentucky beautiful: Use drop-off sites across region to recycle those tangled holiday lights
Among the many things that bring us together during the holidays is the collective aggravation of plugging in the just-purchased…
Covington asking residents to avoid damaging city’s streetside trees when decorating for holidays
If you’re going to decorate a streetside tree for the holidays, don’t damage the tree. Specifically, don’t use nails, screws,…
Covington sets aside $54,000 in new Neighborhood Grant Program funding; application deadline Feb. 14
Since the City of Covington created its Neighborhood Grant Program in 2018, groups have used it to fund small projects…
Covington approves economic branding funds, hears first reading on budget amendment
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter You’ll soon be hearing a lot more about the city’s economic development. At its regularly…
Cov police earn reaccreditation from Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies
Covington’s Police Department remains in rare company, having – again – passed an internationally recognized independent organization’s rigorous, years’ long…
Covington Fire Department swears in seven new firefighters following ten-week training
Covington has seven new (experienced) firefighters. Having completed 10 weeks of in-house training, the seven were officially “pinned” with their…
Holiday Reading Challenge motivates Covington’s young readers to improve their reading skills
If past participation is any indication of the voracious appetite and competitive spirit of Covington’s young readers and pre-readers, then…
‘RIPPLE’ effect realized in Covington’s Lewisburg neighborhood two years after inaugural grant
Fresh blacktop gave an alley a smoother surface. Sidewalks were rebuilt along the main drag. And private investors purchased buildings…