The Giving Fields in Melbourne, owned by Doug and Shelia Bray, grow fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs to stock local organizations’ food pantries.
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Newport Italianfest returns this week
The 32nd annual Newport Italianfest is taking place from June 13-16, featuring authentic Italian cuisine, live music, a family photo booth, games, rides and more.
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Nonprofit organization NISE promotes inclusive education in Northern Kentucky
NISE, a nonprofit educational initiative specializing in diversity, equity, and inclusion, was founded by Elise Carter and Trinity Walsh after being denied by Fort Thomas Schools District to start a program, and has since grown to serve 15-20 students.
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Welder, Miss Kentucky contestant champions women in trades
Adisyn Donk, a welder and pageant competitor, is using her platform to advocate for women in the trades. If she wins the Miss Kentucky title, she plans to visit high schools to highlight the opportunities in the trades.
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Photos: NKY Pride 2024
Northern Kentucky celebrated Pride with a parade in Covington.
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Erlanger budget committee plans for city employee raises, park improvements
The Erlanger budget committee discussed merit-based raises for city employees and funding allocations for park improvement, settling on a 5.5% increase in salaries and a $1.57 million total allocation for parks in the next fiscal year.
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Spare-Time Grill to reopen in Alexandria, serving classic diner fare
The Copley family is reopening the iconic Spare-Time Grill in Alexandria, bringing back the “Spare Burger” and other classic diner items.
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NKY Trail Fund launched to connect Northern Kentucky trails
Nonprofits in the Tri-State have established the NKY Trail Fund to raise funds for the development of more trails in Northern Kentucky, with the goal of connecting existing trails and creating a more accessible network.
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First ADA-accessible, sensory-friendly playground opens in NKY
Cushioned rubber replaces jagged mulch. Ramps lead the way to bridges and slides. Overhead harnesses fasten in place of belts. It’s the new normal at Boone Woods Park playground. Dozens of children enjoyed the accommodating features Tuesday, swinging and sliding their way to a new standard of fun. “This is kind of the perfect place […]
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Newport receives grant to aid in riverfront park planning
Newport received a grant from the National Park Service to plan the parks along the river and engage the community.
