Keeping Covington beautiful; Saturday’s Cleanup delayed, but organizers create alternatives
The “official” Great American Cleanup scheduled for Saturday is postponed this year, but organizers are creating ways to honor the…
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Moody’s Investors Service upgrades City of Covington’s credit rating to A1, second in two years
Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded the City of Covington’s credit rating for the second time in two years and also…
Covington focuses on vacant, abandoned houses; lien waivers, foreclosures among strategies
Neighbors know them well. Strung around the city, they’re the houses that have sat vacant for years – essentially abandoned,…
Cov approves Nuisance Code, gets 3Q financial report, gives 1st reading to food vending ordinance
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter In the Covington’s first virtual legislative meeting — where commissioners met over GoToMeeting from their…
Pension relief bills, Sen. McDaniel’s freeze saves Covington taxpayers $1 million in new fiscal year
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear recently signed into law two pieces of legislation that will throw the City of Covington a…
Covington Housing Authority seeks those who sew to help seniors; resident helps public works employees
Can you sew? The Housing Authority of Covington (HAC) is asking for your help. Hoping to protect the mostly elderly…
Covington puts out all-call for “thank you” messages to 1st responders; free daytime parking at RiverHaus
From truckers to nurses, and grocery store cashiers to teachers, there are many people who are working hard to help…
Covington commission’s caucus makes history with first virtual meeting; pools won’t open this summer
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter The City of Covington’s commission caucus meeting Tuesday was historic for being its first virtual…
City of Covington clarifies alcohol rules, order gives refunds for event cancelations, 2:30 a.m. licenses
Refunds of temporary alcohol licenses and 2:30 a.m. permits are part of an executive order issued in the City of…
Covington offers leniency on street-sweeping days; temporarily not issuing tickets for cars not moved
If you can’t find a spot to move your car in Covington while your side of the street is being…
Red Bikes no longer rolling in Covington, City urges residents to fill out Census form while stuck at home
Covington is losing an alternative form of transportation while the COVID-19 pandemic plays out. With the Red Bike bike-sharing system…
Covington first to approve $7.4M, federally funded riverbank stabilization/restoration project
The City of Covington approved its participation in the Riverfront Ecosystem Restoration Project that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers…
Covington fights for better testing, equipment; new protocol for first responders a ‘step in right direction’
The City of Covington continues to fight hard for quicker access to testing and better personal protective equipment for its…
Covington business tax deadline pushed back 90 days; goal is to relieve financial pressure
Businesses who must file occupational license and net profits tax forms with the City of Covington will automatically have an…
Covington waives construction/renovation permit fees; goal is to keep projects on track, protect jobs
The City of Covington is temporarily waiving permit fees – but not application requirements – commonly associated with development, construction,…
Covington officials remind small businesses that disaster loans can help; KY center is place to start
City of Covington officials are reminding small businesses and non-profits affected by the coronavirus pandemic about a loan program offered…
Covington businesses can get money for mortgages, rent to help protect jobs, prevent vacant storefronts
Qualifying businesses can apply for up to $500 a month to help pay rent or mortgages under a new, temporary…
Covington Commission meets in nearly-empty City Hall; City passes ‘Conversion Therapy’ ordinance
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic created a different scene at the Covington Board of…
Much of Covington City Hall operating from home, public safety employees still on the job
NKyTribune staff Covington City Hall at 20 West Pike St. resembled a “ghost town” Monday as the City ordered all…
Covington Parks & Recreation activities ratcheted back; trails and green spaces still open
The City of Covington is refunding shelter reservations, canceling its upcoming Easter Egg Hunt, and making other significant adaptations to…
Covington City Commission meetings closed to public, but citizens can watch live, submit comments
To help limit the spread of the acute respiratory virus COVID-19, the public will not be able to physically attend…
City of Covington creates designated 15-minute, park-for free-spots to help restaurants with carryouts
Want added incentive to order carryout food from a Covington restaurant while dining rooms are closed by state order due…