Coney Island and Sunlite Pool is closing on Dec. 31 to become a destination music venue. The close will be effective immediately after the conclusion of Coney Island’s Nights of Lights holiday event. Coney Island will be sold to Music & Event Management Inc., a subsidiary of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Coney Island has been […]
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Nominations for Gold Star Teacher Award close next week
The 2023 Gold Star Teacher Award nomination closes Tuesday, Dec. 19, next week. Created in partnership with Gold Star Chili and The Children’s Theater of Cincinnati, the award is open to any teacher in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region who demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to education. “In addition to special recognition, this year’s […]
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Northern Kentucky Senior Games set for January
The Northern Kentucky Senior Games, which sees various competitive events for people aged 50 and over at multiple locations throughout the region, will take place between Jan. 5 and Jan. 25, 2024. Events include basketball, shuffleboard, euchre, bowling, chair volleyball, and more. Base entry fees are $10, with additional fees added on for some events […]
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Boone County student wins statewide highway art contest
Mann Elementary School student Simran Lad delivered a first-place entry in the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s Adopt-a-Highway art contest. The “Can it, Kentucky” entry in the age 5 to 8 bracket captured top honors, promoting the theme of keeping roadsides free of litter, officials said. There were nearly 900 art entries statewide from students ages 5 […]
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Tuesday NKY prep hoops roundup: Campbell County boys beat Highlands for first time since 2019
Campbell County ended a five-game losing streak against Highlands dating back to 2019 with a 61-54 victory. Connor Weinel led the Camels with 22 points and Broc Sorgenfrei added 19, making three 3-pointers. Nathan Smith scored nine to help the cause. Highlands saw three players score in double figures. Brayden Moeves led the way with […]
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Christmas day dinner returns to NKY Convention Center
For the 36th consecutive year, the free Christmas celebration and dinner tradition continues on Christmas morning at the NKY Convention Center. Doors will open at 9:30 a.m. on Dec. 25. The Christmas dinner will be served from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. No reservations are needed. The convention center is located at 1 W Rivercenter […]
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Local vintage car collection, model train display to benefit local housing initiative
Collection21, an Elranger-based vintage car collection that features about 240 vintage vehicles, will open its doors to the public between Dec. 18 and Dec. 23 and solicit donations to benefit local housing nonprofit, Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky. In addition, the collection will host a large model train display. Volunteers will host the event for […]
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Newport Fire/EMS Department promotes two members
Two Newport Fire/EMS Department members were promoted Monday at the city commission meeting. Firefighter/medic Peter Westhoff was promoted to engineer/medic. The department hired Westhoff in November 2021. “He is an integral part of the department,” Newport Fire Chief Frank Peluso Jr. said. “He’s done very well in his time here. He did very well on […]
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Vote for the LINK nky Team of the Week for Dec. 4-10
To be the winning team, fan votes play a heavy role, along with consideration from our sports team here at LINK. Nominations are reader-submitted or recommended by our sports team. Our Team of the Week program honors all local sports at all levels, whether it’s youth or adult-oriented recreation, high school or college, professional or amateur. This week’s nominated […]
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Kenton County Animal Services seeks short-term fosters for the holidays
Kenton County Animal Services is seeking short-term fosters for animals at the county shelter for the holiday season, according to recent online marketing materials. The fostering term is two weeks, and fosters can pick up their animals between Dec. 18 and Dec. 22. Crates, leashes, food and other essential pet-care supplies will be provided. Consult […]
