How can Newport’s Festival Park be even more inviting? City asks for public input on improvements
The City of Newport is seeking the public’s input on the planned improvements to Festival Park, one of Greater Cincinnati’s…
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Our Rich History: Julia F. Gould of Newport, a well-known prima donna, is now largely forgotten
By Paul A. Tenkotte Special to NKyTribune Part 70 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.” Possessing a…
Don Owen: Blind draws create exciting tournaments, as 9th Region basketball fans will see Monday night
Blind draws create the most exciting tournaments. Don’t agree? Check out the first round of Monday night’s 9th Region Tournament,…
CovCath claims 35th District Tournament crown with 84-62 win over Holy Cross on Thursday night
NKyTribune staff Given the fact Covington Catholic’s three losses this season are by a combined six points, it’s no surprise…
Newport boys earn return trip to region tournament with win over NewCath in district semifinal game
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter The field is set for next week’s 9th Region boys basketball tournament and the…
Jack Moreland surprised with special send-off on his retirement — proclamation, drive-by parade
Jack Moreland, who has led of Southbank Partners for the past 11 years, was recognized at a surprise retirement send-off…
Vinson pours in 31 points, grabs 13 rebounds as Highlands cruises to 82-60 win over NewCath
NKyTribune staff Sam Vinson scored 31 points and grabbed 13 rebounds as Highlands cruised to an 82-60 win over Newport…
Our Rich History: Dave Cowens and his life in Newport before the Hall of Fame
Part 63 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.”By Steve Preston Special to the NKyTribune “Our Rich History”…
The Man Scout: There is no time for first aid when there’s a mountain to climb and mud to wallow in
By Chris Cole Special to NKyTribune A good scout must always be prepared to render aid in any type of…
Newport extends COVID-19 Financial Assistance Program; eligible businesses can get grant
The City of Newport’s COVID 19 Financial Assistance Program was created in November 2020 in response to impacts during the…
The Man Scout: Crowing wolves, plotting cows and angry wasps all introduce themselves to a city boy
By Chris Cole Special to NKyTribune We arrive this week at the section of the 1952 Boy Scouts Handbook that…
Our Rich History: “Numbers King” Melvin Clark and African American racketeers in Newport
By Chad Huggins Dunbar Special to NKyTribune Part 58 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.” Newport’s “Sin…
The Man Scout: Stick with me in End Times, we will feast like kings – just be sure to bring a flint stone
By Chris Cole Special to NKyTribune Last week I shared details about my fear of fire and a few incidents…
Torrid shooting ignites NewCath’s 77-44 triumph over Newport; CovCath cruises past Ryle, 79-32
NKyTribune staff Newport Central Catholic built an 11-point halftime lead against city rival Newport on Tuesday night, and then blew…
Thomas Clark Foundation offering free workshop for teachers on Black history and culture
The Thomas D. Clark Foundation will offer teachers a professional development workshop on Black history and culture via Zoom from 9 a.m….
Our Rich History: The Black Population of Newport and Campbell County
By Chad Huggins Dunbar Special to NKyTribune Part 56 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.” Cincinnati’s position…
Our Rich History: George Ratterman (1926-2007), football star, reform sheriff, led Newport’s cleanup
Part 55 of our series, “Resilience and Renaissance: Newport, Kentucky, 1795-2020.” By Richard Challis Special to NKyTribune Northern Kentucky has…
Beloved iconic Sweet Tooth Candy & Ice Cream in Newport to stay open under Pompilios’ ownership
Sweet Tooth Candy & Ice Cream, a Newport tradition since 1972, is announcing they will stay open and in their…
The Man Scout: You can’t figure out where you’re going until you understand where you’ve been
By Chris Cole Special to NKyTribune As we approach the halfway point of my trusty Boy Scouts Handbook, we come…
New Riff Distillery meets inventory requirements, advances to KDA ‘Proof’ level membership
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association has announced that New Riff Distillery has met the inventory requirements to advance to “Proof” level…
Purple People Bridge annual holiday display rescued by North American Properties and other Santas
After it looked like a Grinch called COVID-19 would steal this year’s holiday celebration on the Purple People Bridge, a Christmas…
Lloyd gets payback win over Newport in opening round of playoffs behind strong rushing tandem
By Terry Boehmker NKyTribune sports reporter Lloyd junior Amari Riley didn’t carry the ball a single time during his team’s…