Allegiant Air has launched new nonstop service between the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport and John Wayne Airport in Orange County, Calif. The route will operate twice weekly. Introductory one-way fares start at $88, before optional fees and are available for select travel dates through Aug. 2, 2026. “Allegiant’s investment in CVG is a reflection of […]
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Rep. Dietz presents Covington mayor with Black History accolade
Northern Kentucky Rep. Stephanie Dietz honored Covington Mayor Ron Washington on Tuesday night for becoming the city’s first Black mayor and for a lifetime of leadership achievements. Dietz, an Edgewood Republican representing Kentucky’s 65th House District, presented Washington with a special recognition during the event. Dietz had already read the citation at the Kentucky House […]
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Photos: An up-close look at Covington’s chimeras, back home at Cathedral Basilica
The chimeras and gargoyles that adorn the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption in Covington were returned to their Covington home earlier this year after being removed in 2023 to be molded and recast. Renowned local photographers Glenn Hartong and Michael Keating were allowed an up-close look this week, capturing photos of the newly recast figures […]
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How NKY tennis players fared at the KHSAA state tournament
The KHSAA boys and girls singles and doubles state tournament was held over the past week with the semifinals and finals set for Wednesday at the Hillary J. Boone Tennis Complex in Lexington. In a different format from year’s past, a semi-state round was held with the final four singles and doubles teams advancing to […]
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Kenney Shields Park to get new, temporary basketball courts
Kenney Shields Park in Covington will be getting temporary (but long-term) basketball courts following a vote Tuesday night from the Covington Board of Commissioners. The commissioners also voted to create a temporary walking path to augment the new courts. Kenney Shields Park is located in Covington’s Mainstrasse neighborhood and has been a community landmark for […]
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PHOTOS: Inaugural 9th Region baseball Hall of Fame induction
The inaugural 9th Region baseball Hall of Fame Class was inducted on Tuesday night in between regional tournament semifinal games at Thomas More Stadium in Florence. Sixteen members were named to the initial class, formed by the Northern Kentucky Baseball Coaches Association. They were announced on Tuesday and presented with a commemorative Louisville Slugger bat […]
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Youth fishing derby comes to Prisoners Lake this Saturday
The Covington Parks & Recreation Department will host a youth fishing derby at Prisoners Lake in Devou Park on Saturday, May 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. “This event is a great opportunity for kids and families to learn new skills and spend time outdoors together in one of Covington’s most beautiful parks,” Parks […]
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Vote for the LINK nky Educator of the Week
At LINK nky, we believe that educators – whether they are teachers or principals, tutors or superintendents – are at the heart of our community’s success. The Educator of the Week contest is our way of recognizing and celebrating the incredible educators who go above and beyond for Northern Kentucky students every day. Each week, we will […]
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Flood watch in effect until late Wednesday night
A flood watch is in effect for Boone, Kenton and Campbell counties starting tonight and lasting until late Wednesday night, according to the National Weather Service. “A warm front will lift north across the Ohio Valley later tonight [and] into Wednesday,” according to the National Weather Service. “Several rounds of showers and thunderstorms will be […]
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Vote for the LINK nky Team of the Week for May 18-24
To be the winning team, fan votes play a heavy role, along with consideration from our sports team here at LINK. OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine and LINK nky are excited to expand once again and continue addition to the LINK nky Team of the Week (TOTW) weekly winners, the program will be including three winners […]