Park Hills Fire Department will be reinstating its “Halloweenie” tradition this year. It started in 1954 when the firefighters decided they wanted to have something to give out to the dozens of happy, costumed children who would walk past the firehouse as they canvassed the neighborhood for candy and treats. What would be better, they […]
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Costume shops in NKY: It’s not too late to buy a Halloween costume
Halloween is less than three weeks away, so hopefully you’ve got a costume! If not, we’ve got your back. Here are five costume shops in Northern Kentucky that are worth checking out. Costume Gallery638 Monmouth St., Newporthttp://www.costumegallery-newport.com Costume Gallery was established in 1996 and is open all year round. Joy Galbraith and her daughter, Elizabeth […]
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West Covington dog park, twice delayed, could open in Spring 2023
In January, the City of Covington began construction work on a new dog park at Sgt. Jason Bishop Memorial Park. Now, when dog owners walk by, they see a fully fenced in area for their pets to play in, along with benches, waste stations, trees, a perimeter trail and straw-covered growing grass. The park features […]
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NKU class partners with BLINK and Bengals for hands-on experience
Students in NKU’s Event Planning and Management course are receiving hands-on experience with two of Greater Cincinnati’s hottest attractions, BLINK lights experience and Cincinnati Bengals games. Through a partnership with AGAR, founded by NKU alumnus Joshua Heuser, students worked together with professionals on four BLINK projects, including logistics planning, entertainment, parking, lighting, guest communication and […]
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Sandyland Acres dares you to take a ride in the cornfield
For some, October means pumpkin spice lattes and crunchy leaves, while others go for the darker side of the season — welcoming the approach of All Hallow’s Eve, a time for all things creepy, scary, and macabre. At Sandyland Acres in Petersburg, those looking to get their scare on won’t be disappointed. For fans of […]
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Union approves Diwali celebration
Diwali, a five-day Hindu, Sikh and Jain religious festival of lights, is making an early appearance in Union this year. More than 1 billion people around the world celebrate the holiday, which falls on Oct. 24. The City of Union gave developer Hemal Soni permission to facilitate the holiday on Oct. 14 from 8:30 p.m. […]
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Bourbon tasting event to benefit local veteran assistance programs
The Little Britain Carriage House is holding a bourbon tasting to benefit local veterans on Oct. 19 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals is a national nonprofit aimed at improving the lives of service members and veterans through housing and philanthropy. The group’s 7,000-plus members work within all […]
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Attending BLINK? Here’s what you need to know.
The BLINK Lights and Arts Show is returning to Northern Kentucky as locals and tourists alike wait in anticipation. BLINK is the largest light and art show in North America. In 2019, BLINK drew over 1.3 million visitors when it was last held in both Cincinnati and Covington. WHO BLINK is organized by Justin Brookhart, […]
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Union officials scrambling as Ryle Cross Country meet conflicts with Bourbon in the Bluegrass parking
The City of Union is going back to the drawing board after one of its parking options for an upcoming event has been compromised. Preceding the upcoming Bourbon in the Bluegrass event in Union on Oct. 22, Ryle High School notified the city that a cross-country meet will also take place on Oct. 22. This […]
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Deck the Y’all’s Lightfest coming to Thomas More StadiumÂ
The Florence Y’all’s recently announced their first winter season event: A winter festival with Christmas lights covering the entire Thomas More Stadium. The festival begins on Nov. 25 and runs until Jan. 1, 2023. Tickets are available for purchase online. Pricing varies depending on age and ticket date. Specific operation hours vary and are available […]
