The Boone County Public Library will host a suicide prevention training at its Walton location in May. The training will be hosted by Larry McNabb, a vocational rehabilitation counselor who will instruct attendees in the QPR (Question, Persuade and Refer) process of suicide prevention, according to the library’s website. Attendees will learn how to spot […]
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Teen’s advice to others who are struggling? Just talk about it
Just talk about it. That was an overarching theme among speakers who participated in LINK nky’s third community conversation event Thursday night, which focused on mental health resources. Topics and questions ranged from how to be a better listener and a safe space for your child to how social media is impacting youths’ mental health. […]
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Ludlow passes smoke-free ordinance
Ludlow City Council unanimously passed an ordinance last week banning smoking on city property, in places of employment and in enclosed public spaces. As a result, the city now joins Bellevue, Dayton and Highland Heights, who have also approved smoke-free ordinances. “The Ludlow City Council is thoroughly committed to our community’s health,” said Ludlow Mayor […]
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Grab a tree at this Fort Mitchell Arbor Day event
Fort Mitchell is hosting an Arbor Day Tree Giveaway at the Fort Mitchell City Building on April 26 from 8 a.m. to noon. The city’s Municipal Tree Commission, chaired by Nicole Clements, is hosting the event. Volunteers and residents will also pitch in, including Stacey Grabow, who ordered the seedlings. During the event, over 1000 […]
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The case of Lakeside Park’s emotional support chickens
You’ve probably heard of an emotional support dog, but have you ever heard of an emotional support chicken? Jim Wilson has lived in Lakeside Park with his family since 2013. His daughter has autism and, Wilson said, the chickens they purchased a couple years after moving into their home have been of great value to […]
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‘We remain their home once they walk through the doors’ | Brighton Recovery Center helps women fight addiction
When you walk inside the Brighton Recovery Center, there is a memorial wall dedicated to those who have died from drug overdoses. “Most of them, we got to know them, their families came and visit, we got to know their children,” said Janie Hamilton, director of recovery services at Brighton Recovery Center. Hamilton and other […]
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How to schedule a flood damage assessment
If you’re a Campbell or Kenton County resident or business whose property suffered damage due to the recent flooding, you can now schedule a damage assessment to help the county measure the breadth of the flooding damage and determine how much federal aid the counties are eligible for. Both counties declared states of emergency following […]
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Ludlow seeks volunteers for Memorial Park clean up
The City of Ludlow is seeking volunteers to help clean up post-flood debris and other materials from Memorial Park, which became completely immersed in flood water after the river crested on Monday. The Memorial Park clean up is scheduled for Saturday, April 12. Volunteers will meet at the park shelter at 10 a.m. The city […]
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Covington amends proposed golf cart, slow vehicle ordinance
The Covington City Commission voted to amend a proposed ordinance that would expand the allowed area where city residents can drive golf carts and other slow-moving vehicles in the city this week. The commission performed a first reading of the ordinance on Tuesday, following the vote to amend. The commissioners will cast a final vote […]
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Kenton County declares local state of emergency
Kenton County joined Campbell County Tuesday night by declaring a local state of emergency in the face of ongoing flood damage. The local declaration allows the county to access federal aid resources and better coordinate with state and federal providers. “It also makes Kenton County, its cities and residents eligible for potential federal aid if […]
