Two Fort Thomas firefighters received promotions this month. Fire Chief Chris Amon presented badges and congratulated them at the August council meeting. First up was Kyle Kaufman, who has been promoted to third shift captain and EMS captain. Kaufman started with the department in September 2013, and in December 2019, he was promoted to lieutenant. […]
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You could soon carry alcoholic beverages between Dayton, Bellevue entertainment districts
The cities of Bellevue and Dayton are working together again — this time, to clear the way for more coordination between their entertainment districts. From collaborating on events to working together during snow emergencies or passing ordinances like smoking bans, the cities have a long history of getting things done in tandem. At a brief […]
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Dayton sees biggest drop in property tax rate in more than a decade
For the first time since 2009, Dayton residents will see a dramatic drop in their property tax rate. The rate for the 2024-2025 fiscal year will drop by 15%, City administrator Jay Fossett announced at Tuesday’s city council meeting during the first reading of the city’s 2024-25 tax ordinance. “This is a big deal, and […]
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Bellevue honors retiring police officer for 25 years of service to the community
At the Bellevue city council meeting on Wednesday, Mayor Charlie Cleves read a proclamation honoring Police Sergeant Michael Taylor, who is retiring after 25 years of service to Northern Kentucky communities. Taylor started his career with the Southgate Police Department in 1999 and also served with the Elsmere Police Department for four years before joining […]
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Dayton police chief honors officer for life-saving actions
Dayton Police Chief David Halfhill highlighted two members of his department at the July 9 city council meeting. He presented a special Police Chief’s Merit Award to Officer Mallory Kubala for her actions in an incident that protected the life of a fellow officer. “An officer at the time feels like they are just doing […]
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Fort Thomas zoning ordinance discussion intensifies as final phase underway
The Fort Thomas zoning ordinance project was the focus of two packed meetings in the last month. At the June council meeting, residents reiterated their concerns and asked council to represent their views at a joint meeting between council and the city’s planning commission. Council and the city’s planning and zoning commission members had been […]
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Covington promotes police officer to sergeant
Covington Police Specialist Gideon Craymer will be promoted to sergeant, effective July 7. Mayor Joseph Meyer announced the promotion during Tuesday’s city commission meeting. Covington Police Chief Brian Valenti introduced Craymer, who has been with the Covington Police Department since May 2009. He has experience in patrol as a field officer and has also served […]
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Dayton votes to allow medical cannabis businesses in the city
Dayton city council held a special meeting Tuesday night to discuss and vote on medical cannabis operations. The vote was unanimous, and the businesses were allowed to operate within the city limits under guidelines set by the state. Medical cannabis operations, including cultivation and testing facilities and dispensaries, will be legal in Kentucky starting Jan. […]
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Covington receives $16.3 million federal grant for IRS site development
The City of Covington announced it received a $16.3 million federal grant to aid in the development of the former IRS processing center site. On Tuesday, Covington was informed that it received a federal RAISE grant to be used for Phase II public infrastructure at the Covington Central Riverfront site, including wide sidewalks, a land […]
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Southgate approves resolution to put medical cannabis question on ballot
Southgate city council approved a resolution to put the question of medical cannabis on the ballot for local voters to decide on Wednesday. At the council’s previous meeting, members heard details about the issue from city attorney Mary Ann Stewart. Members voted, directing Stewart to draw up a resolution to send to the county clerk […]