Kenton County Public Library February calendar includes unique programming at STREAM Center
The Kenton County Public Library offers more than 100 FREE programs a month. The new Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art…
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Gary Beatrice dies; businessman known for support of nonprofits, leadership roles in NKY Chamber
Gary Beatrice, age 55, of Independence, passed away on Monday, January 8, 2018, at his residence surrounded by his family….
December programs at the Kenton County Public Library get residents into the holiday spirit
Don’t miss the free holiday programs at The Kenton County Public Library. There will be music, trains, Santa, Anna and…
Commonwealth Attorney Rob Sanders to prosecute driver in the deaths of five family members in crash
Staff report Kenton County Commmonwealth Attorney Rob Sanders has executed an arrest warrant charging five counts of murder and will…
Society of St. Vincent de Paul needs assistance to help Northern Kentuckians to stay warm this winter
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky has started collecting new and gently used coats, hats, gloves/mittens, and…
Failure of pump results in contamination, fish kill at Banklick Creek, residents say it’s not the first time
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune managing editor A pump installed during replacement of a Northern Kentucky Sanitation District No. 1 (SD1)…
Independence man sentenced to 20 years in prison; phone contained more than 1,000 child porn images
An Independence man whose cell phone contained 1,333 images and 38 videos of child pornography was sentenced to 20 years…
Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky, Grant County team up for ‘Complete Streets’ focus on health
It’s hard to enjoy outdoor exercise by taking a walk or riding a bicycle when area roadways are narrow or…
Independence native Dustin Vanwinkle serves aboard U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower
An Independence native and Simon Kenton graduate, Airman Dustin Vanwinkle is serving on one of the world’s largest warships, the…
Find Waldo, celebrate Star Wars, much more at Kenton County Public Library in May
Learning how to be an adult, finding Waldo, celebrating Star Wars, combating fake news, learning to sign and much more…
Using technology as a tool for empathy, two Chase law grads hope to address implicit bias
By Vicki Prichard NKyTribune reporter Heather Crabbe was going through the checkout line at a large grocery chain in Independence…
Independence schedules open house for Courthouse Campus Plan; chance to get info, provide input
Kenton County is hosting an open house for the Independence Courthouse planning process at the Independence City Building on April…
Beauty and the Beast, Easter Party, Booker Buddy Bash at Kenton County Public Library in April
April Programs at the Library Enjoy the month of April at The Kenton County Public Library with more than 100…
Dept. of Local Government awards 20 grants; Campbell County, Independence get $75k each
Gov. Matt Bevin and the Department for Local Government (DLG) selected 20 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grants for…
Boone County Distilling in Independence among new members of Kentucky Bourbon’s Craft Tour
The iconic Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour® is expanding with two new members in Lexington and Northern Kentucky, giving fans…
Andrew Christofield, retired teacher and coach dies, Korean War veteran also worked at Covington Skyline
Andrew John Christofield, 81, of Bellevue, passed away Monday at his daughter’s home. Christofield was a Korean War Army veteran…
Northern Kentuckians among 10 arrested for child porn, solicitation in Operation Shielded Child probe
Attorney General Andy Beshear Monday announced 10 individuals, including three from Northern Kentucky, have been arrested and charged with more…
Independence woman killed in rollover accident on Interstate 75 in Walton Saturday, two others injured
An Independence woman was killed in a single-vehicle rollover accident on Interstate 75 in Walton Saturday afternoon. Boone County Sheriff’s…
Dates and times for Kenton County Public Works Fall Cleanup at Lincoln Ridge Park announced
Looking to clean out the house before the cold weather? Kenton County Public Works is hosting its annual Fall Clean-Up…
Northern Kentucky Board of Health names officers; Independence Mayor Reinersman to serve as chair
The Northern Kentucky District Board of Health has selected Chris Reinersman, John Muller and Julie Metzger Aubuchon, OD, as officers…
Sen. Schickel receives ‘100 Proof Award’ from KY Distillers Association, Rep. Belcher also honored
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association has honored Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, with its prestigious “100 Proof Award” for his leadership in…
Newest Northern Kentucky ALDI supermarket location to open Monday in Independence
ALDI opens its newest Northern Kentucky store, located at 2000 Harris Pike in Independence, Monday, April 4. This will be…