Christmas is one of the most nostalgic times of the year. We get together with loved ones, reflect on the year and the celebrations of the past, and look forward to what’s going to happen next. One way loved ones reminisce is by looking through old photos, whether those are old photo albums, newspaper clippings, […]
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Need a last-minute gift idea? We’ve got you covered
Northern Kentucky has a blend of local businesses, shops and experiences that make for good last-minute holiday gift ideas. Here are some specific gift ideas you can easily find around the area: Vintage finds and antiques Route 27 Antique Mall (Alexandria): Route 27 Antique Mall is located in Alexandria’s Village Green Shopping Center. The mall […]
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Check out Crestview Hills 2025 ‘Light Up the Night’ winners
The annual holiday outdoor decoration contest for residents of Crestview Hills, “Light Up the Night,” has concluded for 2025. Below is the list of winners. First place winners: Second place winners:
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Five NKY boutiques to check out this holiday season
With Christmas and New Year’s approaching, shoppers in Northern Kentucky can support small businesses by frequenting local boutiques across the region. This holiday season, LINK nky highlights five local boutiques where you can find unique gifts for your loved ones. Coda — Covington and Bellevue Originally opening in Bellevue in 2017, Coda, the eclectic bohemian […]
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Holiday spirits, literally: 5 festive NKY bars to visit this season
Northern Kentucky bars are decking the halls and the drink menus with Christmas pop-ups, twinkling lights, heated igloos and festive cocktails. Here are five festive NKY bars to check out this holiday season: Galaxie, Covington This holiday season, bar and dance spot Galaxie is hosting Miracle on Madison, an immersive Christmas-themed pop-up bar with original […]
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Newport Police Captain retires after 27 Years: ‘I love you guys’
For 27 years, Newport Police Department Captain Paul Kunkel helped define community-oriented policing in the city; now, he is retiring. The department hired Kunkel on Nov. 16, 1998. The Newport Commission recognized Kunkel’s career with a shadowbox at the Dec. 15 meeting. “A long time ago, Newport police had a huge influence on me,” Kunkel […]
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‘Eel pit guy’ lives in Taylor Mill, but don’t freak out
What you need to know! A local TikTok creator has turned an ordinary cistern into an extraordinary underground “eel pit”, capturing the attention of millions online. Nick Tobler, known online as “Cowturtle,” gained fame for turning an old cistern under his garage into the so-called “eel pit”. With over 1.4 million TikTok followers and 23.5 […]
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Local couple finalists in dream wedding giveaway, help them win
Northern Kentucky couple Elise Curtis and Wyatt Dalbey have the opportunity of a lifetime: to have their wedding paid for. The current Northern Kentucky University seniors are finalists in a contest organized by local businesses in Madison, Indiana, to fund a couple’s wedding. They are one of five couples in the running, with the winner […]
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Check out these driving distance destinations for a weekend getaway
Nashville, Chicago, Red River Gorge State Park, Mammoth Cave National Park, and Pittsburgh are all within a five-hour drive of Northern Kentucky and offer a variety of recreational activities for a weekend vacation.
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Sweet potato or pumpkin? The Thanksgiving pie debate
They’re both round, orange and probably bad for your health, but which is the better Thanksgiving dessert: pumpkin or sweet potato pie? For most people, the answer likely depends on where they’re from. The two Thanksgiving favorites have more in common than not. They’re similar in color, taste and texture, and derived from European carrot pie. Those similarities make […]