People of NKY: Kate Nielsen is just good at life, living a great one in Covington’s Westside neighborhood
By Ginger Dawson NKyTribune reporter Some people are good at life. With an entirely open mind, they look out, and…
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‘Dreams do come true’: Riverfront Commons takes big leap forward, as pathway connecting river cities
By Tory McKinley NKyTribune intern “Dreams do come true and we’re seeing that happen today.” — Mayor Jerry Peluso, Newport….
Bellevue, Covington among eight communities awarded funding for historic preservation, planning
The Kentucky Heritage Council (KHC), an agency within the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet, has distributed $93,501 in matching grants…
Covington ‘Census party’ Saturday at City Heights; volunteers to help residents fill out confidential form
The latest stop in the Covington Census Committee’s tour? The City Heights housing complex. On a mission to make sure…
NorthKey Community Care in Covington receives $452,166 to expand telehealth services across region
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell announced that NorthKey Community Care in Covington received $452,166 to expand its telehealth services…
Police to conduct campaign against aggressive driving on I-75 corridor in Kenton County on June 16
Police officers have stepped up enforcement on the I-75 Kenton County corridor. An enforcement blitz is only a portion of…
New life for ‘Pickle Factory’ in Covington; mostly hidden, long-vacant building on agenda for facelift
At various times during its 150-plus years of “life,” the somewhat hidden three-story brick building at 422 Madison Ave. has…
CTI, Humanigen Inc. dose first COVID-19 patient with FDA-approved lenzilumab proprietary antibody
Covington’s CTI partner, Humanigen Inc., has announced that the first COVID-19 patient has been dosed with its FDA-approved proprietary antibody…
Fatal stabbing death in Covington in 2018 gets Chazrico Gibson 20 years in prison
Chazrico Gibson has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the fatal stabbing of victim Aaron Howard in the…
Butler’s Pantry to reopen Monday with expanded grocery offerings, chef-prepared meals to go
Butler’s Pantry in Covington has announced that the restaurant and market will reopen for business on Monday. In an effort…
Covington IRS site’s backstory enmeshed with intrigue, drama – $1 grows to $20.5 million
Almost 60 years old, the newspaper clippings are faded and fragile. But with the rapid-fire publication of daily journalism, their…
People of NKY: Woodrow Wilson Phelps has lived a life that books are made of — and found true love too
By Ginger Dawson NKyTribune reporter Woodrow Wilson Phelps, Jr. Now THAT is a name. Wood’s dad, the first Woodrow Wilson Phelps,…
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…
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…
Bishop Foys says Holy Week and Easter at Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption to be streamed live
Bishop Roger Foys will celebrate Palm Sunday Mass, the Chrism Mass, the sacred Triddum and Easter Sunday Mass at the Cathedral Basilica…
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 ambulance dedicated to COVID-19 response, new procedures reduce risk of exposure
Covington is activating an ambulance it had in reserve and is assigning it to respond to all runs involving patients…
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…