Government briefs: Roundup of news this week from Covington, Newport, Taylor Mill
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter COVINGTON Economic Director Tom West explained to council how the city has grown, and…
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LaRosa’s Newport to close temporarily June 30 for interior renovations; pick-up, delivery to continue
LaRosa’s Pizzeria in Newport will get a fresh, modern update designed to improve dine in comfort and elevate Guest convenience…
KYTC gives timeline for KY 8 Licking River Bridge replacement project linking Covington, Newport
A timeline for bridge construction on a better, safer connection between Covington and Newport was announced Tuesday by the Kentucky…
Honored for his work, Scott Clark loves historic buildings and historic preservation
By Andy Furman NKyTribune reporter A building has a story to tell. It has an impact on community and people’s…
Duke Energy presented grants totaling $150,000 to NKY and Greater Cincinnati charitable organizations
Duke Energy and its Foundation hosted its 2025 workforce development grant ceremony this week at Brighton Center in Newport. The…
Dan Weber’s Just Sayin’: Big Louisville stop for a pair of top Northern Kentucky athletes
The University of Louisville was an interesting and common destination last week for a pair of top Northern Kentucky prospects….
Verst Logistics named leading sponsor of OneNKY zones for America’s River Roots Festival
America’s River Roots Festival will take place on October 8-12. Two of the eight event zones will be in Northern…
Government briefs: Roundup of news from Boone County, Edgewood, and Newport
By Patricia Scheyer NKyTribune reporter BOONE COUNTY Just a week after Commissioner Chet Hand told Planning and Zoning Commission Executive…
Groundbreaking ceremony for Kroger in Newport to be Saturday, includes tree giveaway
Staff report Kroger and city officials will commemorate the initiation of construction on the new Kroger store in Newport on…
Corporex, Commonwealth Hotels celebrate ribbon-cutting for new Homewood Suites by Hilton in Newport
Corporex and Commonwealth Hotels, a Covington, Kentucky-based hotel management company, celebrated the official grand opening of the Homewood Suites by Hilton Newport Cincinnati with…
PLK Communities clears major hurdle toward redevelopment of former Newport Steel site in Newport
PLK Communities has cleared a major hurdle toward the redevelopment of 910 Lowell Street, a long-vacant, 17-acre site formerly home…
NKY Chamber announces recipients of 2025 Business Achievement Awards set for May 7
The Northern Kentucky Chamber Business Councils have announced 2025 recipients of the Business Council Business Achievement Awards, which recognize outstanding…
In game with back-to-back winners, Lloyd eliminates two-time 9th region champ Newport
By Dan Weber NKyTribune sports reporter Could he do it again? Could Newport’s Yamil Rondon hit a game-winning three-pointer as…
Government briefs: Roundup of happenings in Park Hills, Florence, and Newport
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter PARK HILLS Park Hills city council listened to a presentation by Andy Videkovich from…
Newport’s Wildcats go from pretenders to contenders in district title romp over Highlands
By Dan Weber NKyTribune sports reporter In the old-time TV game show “To Tell the Truth,” the host always requested…
Kentucky Heritage Council’s 2025 Historic Preservation Conference to be held May 15-16 in Newport
The Kentucky Heritage Council has announced the 2025 Kentucky Historic Preservation Conference will take place on May 15-16 in Newport….
NKY Chamber announces new awards to recognize Florence, Fort Thomas, Newport businesses
The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (NKY Chamber) Business Councils have announced the inaugural Business Achievement Awards, recognizing outstanding member…
Government briefs: Roundup of meetings in Florence, Edgewood, Independence, Ft. Mitchell, Boone County, Newport
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter FLORENCE Florence Mayor Julie Aubuchon administered the oath of office to new council member…
Newport’s Incubator Kitchen Collective names recipients of 2025 Kroger Food Artisan Grants
The Incubator Kitchen Collective (IKC) has announced eight recipients of the 2025 Kroger Food Artisan Grants. This year, eight food…
Government briefs: Roundup of meetings for Florence, Boone County, Newport, Taylor Mill
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter FLORENCE In a short caucus meeting, Florence city council viewed a presentation from Todd…
Beechwood finally wins ‘the big one’ over a big Newport team to take All-A Classic trophy
By Dan Weber NKyTribune sports reporter Stan Steidel would have been proud – not to mention pleased and thrilled –…
Rondon-led Newport Wildcats roll Ludlow on the way to All-A finals
By Dan Weber NKyTribune sports reporter They’re back, well part of the way anyway. Back to giving themselves a chance…