“I see her as a consummate communicator, that she is both assertive and empathic. She’s both bold and compassionate. She’s both confident and caring. She can do the tough stuff and call people on the carpet, and she can also be a warm listening ear and a shoulder to cry on. She brings the whole […]
Author Archives: Haley Parnell
Haley is a reporter for LINK nky.
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The Sunday Story Podcast: From affordable to unattainable?
This week on the Sunday Story Podcast, LINK nky’s Campbell County reporter Haley Parnell dives into affordable housing in Northern Kentucky. Enjoy this story two ways – listen below or read the full story here. — In July 2022, notices to vacate were posted at one of the last “very affordable” places to live in Newport, […]
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From affordable to unattainable?
This story originally appeared in the Sept. 22 edition of the Weekly LINK Reader. To get these stories first, subscribe here. Enjoy this story in two ways – read below or listen here. In July 2022, notices to vacate were posted at one of the last “very affordable” places to live in Newport, leaving residents in […]
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Newport updates its historic preservation ordinances; paves way for Buena Vista historic district
Newport has approved the enabling ordinance for all of the historic preservation activities within the city. Newport Planning and Building Director Brian Steffen said conversations began earlier in the year as the city started looking into creating Buena Vista as a local historic district. Steffen said working with Assistant Newport City Manager John Hayden and […]
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Educational leaders discuss workforce development
Educational leaders at schools across Northern Kentucky discussed how their institutions are meeting the needs of today’s workforce. The panel members discussed the skills and qualities necessary for today’s workforce and how regional businesses can attract talent. Panelists included superintendent of Newport Independent Schools Tony Watts, Northern Kentucky University Director of Enterprise Engagement Jenny Sand, […]
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Newport citizens, officials express concern to KYTC over 4th Street Bridge project
Representatives from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 gave an updated presentation on its 4th Street Bridge project at the Newport Commission meeting on Monday, where many residents voiced their opinions on the designs. The feedback from concerned residents and commissioners consisted of appreciation for the considerations KYTC took in their updated designs for the […]
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Newport proposes establishing entertainment district
As the popularity of Entertainment Development Centers rises in the region, with cities like Bellevue, Dayton, and Covington offering them, Newport is considering a district of its own. If passed, the designated area of the city would be called the Newport Entertainment District or NED within defined boundaries along Monmouth Street from the intersection of […]
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Alexandria resident awarded Senate Citation
Sen. Shelley Funke Frommeyer (R-Alexandria) presented Alexandria resident Jenni McBride with a Senate Citation for her work in the city. McBride was honored earlier in the year at a council meeting, where she was presented with the city’s Outstanding Citizens Award after multiple people emailed the city citing McBride’s acts of charity and love for […]
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Alexandria approves new urgent care facility
Alexandria Planning and Zoning approved a site development plan for an urgent care office at the intersection of Baneberry Lane and Alexandria Pike. The applicant plans to construct a single-story urgent care facility called Fast Pace Health with 25 accompanying parking spaces on a one-acre subplot. The total acreage of the parcel is 2.42 acres, […]
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Alexandria police sergeant recognized for life-saving measures taken for citizen
Sergeant Nathan Nogueras with the Alexandria Police Department was recognized with the “Excellence in Service” Award at Thursday’s city council meeting for saving a fellow citizen’s life. On Aug. 19, Nogueras assisted the Camp Springs Fire Department with a call for a woman who was down with an unknown problem. Alexandria Police Chief Lucas Cooper […]
