The votes are in, and this week’s LINK nky Educator of the Week is Allison Donaldson, a first-grade teacher at John W. Reiley Elementary School. Donaldson was nominated by Joey Cucchiara because she “truly embodies everything you hope for in an elementary educator.” “She is incredibly thoughtful, kind, and patient, and it shows in everything […]
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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. By highlighting their dedication, […]
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Diamond Debbie’s in Newport condemned, ordered to close
The City of Newport has ordered Diamond Debbie’s, a sports bar on Patterson Street, to close and the business to vacate “after determining the property to be a nuisance and a threat to public safety,” according to a city announcement released March 27. “This action follows a sustained pattern of problematic activity associated with the […]
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Photos: No Kings protests in NKY
Nationwide protests against President Donald Trump and the policies of the Trump administration occurred on Saturday, March 28, and Northern Kentucky was no exception. There were two demonstrations in the region, one near the Roebling Bridge in Covington and another along Mall Road in Florence. The Florence demonstration was organized by the Northern Kentucky branch […]
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Crescent Springs tables vote on road conversions
The Crescent Springs City Council voted to table an ordinance that would have enacted one-way road conversions in Old Crescent Springs this week. The specific affected roads are Audrey Terrace, Euclid Avenue, Estelle Avenue, Jefferson Street, Gibson Place and Enid Avenue. The conversions have been touted as a way to improve safety, address storm water […]
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Covington welcomes new Public Works directors
Covington promoted two of its Public Works veterans to director positions this week. Bill Matteoli officially assumed the title of director of Public Works, and Brad Schwenke assumed the title of assistant director of Public Works after the Board of Commissioners’ approval Tuesday night. “Middle of the night, we often talk about, think about the […]
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Marshalls to open in Cold Spring Pointe next month
Marshalls is opening in Cold Spring Pointe on April 9. Join the store at 5435 Alexandria Pike for its grand opening on April 9 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. After April 9, the store will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. every day. The store offers products from fashion and beauty to […]
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First Brands to close Hebron FRAM facility, cutting 76 jobs
First Brands Group is permanently shutting down its FRAM facility in Hebron, resulting in the loss of 76 jobs. On Feb. 23, First Brands submitted a letter to Kentucky’s Rapid Response Dislocated Worker Unit, announcing that it would close its facility at 1100 Worldwide Blvd. in Hebron. Layoffs began on Feb. 23, with the final […]
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Covington approves new round of small business incentives
The Covington Board of Commissioners approved a new round of small business incentives at its meeting this week. The incentives took the form of two facade grants, which are used to finance building repairs and a rent subsidy. The first facade grant will go to the owner of 507 Altamont Road, which is currently listed […]
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Erlanger mayor elected first female chair of Kenton County PDS board
Erlanger Mayor Jessica Fette has been elected as the chair of the Kenton County Management Board for Planning and Development Services for the 2026-2027 term. Fette will be the first female chair in the organization’s 65-year history. She will assume the role from outgoing Mayor of Independence Chris Reinersman. She previously served as vice chair […]