A bill that would allow eligible businesses in Kentucky to operate cigar bars, which health organizations say could compromise public health, passed the House Local Government Committee Wednesday. House Bill 194 says a person can operate a cigar bar in Kentucky if they hold a valid alcoholic beverage license and patrons could smoke indoors or outdoors. […]
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St. Elizabeth to host public info session on cancer in Latonia
St. Elizabeth Healthcare will host a public event on cancer screening and prevention at the Latonia Branch of the Kenton County Public Library on Feb. 4 from 1 to 3 p.m. The event coincides with World Cancer Day. The Kentucky Cancer Program, the Northern Kentucky Health Department and the library itself are partnering with the […]
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How to find out if you’re eligible for winter utility assistance
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (known more commonly as LIHEAP) a publicly funded home utility assistance program, runs from January to the end of March, meaning that eligible households can now apply for assistance. LIHEAP offers subsidies paid directly to energy providers for qualifying households. Subsidy amounts are based on household size and income. […]
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Covington’s $10K food donation helps about 2,350 residents
$10,000 donated from the City of Covington late last year has helped about 2,350 Covington get connected to food, City Manager Sharmili Reddy announced this week. “About 605 Covington households were served, as well,” Reddy told the Board of Commissioners Tuesday Night. “So, all the funds were used for food purchase, not for staff or […]
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Kentucky’s first medical cannabis processor is opening in Dayton
Kentucky’s first operational medical cannabis processor, Bison Processing, is opening in Dayton. As the first facility of its kind in the state, Bison Processing will be responsible for taking Kentucky-grown cannabis and transforming it into safe, lab-tested medical products—such as tinctures, edibles and topicals—for patients registered in the Kentucky Medical Cannabis Program. “Team Kentucky approved […]
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NKU students work to bring under-used dementia therapy to U.S.
What you need to know A group of occupational therapy students at Northern Kentucky University is researching a form of occupational therapy for patients with dementia called cognitive stimulation therapy, which has been arguably underutilized in the United States. “It’s a standard care over in the UK,” said occupational therapy doctoral student Jenna Range, who […]
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Kenton County child’s flu death marks first child death this season
A child in Kenton County has died from influenza (flu), marking the first pediatric flu death in Kentucky this season, the Kentucky Department for Public Health announced Tuesday. The department of public health said the child had not received this season’s flu vaccine, which they say is the best way to protect against the flu. […]
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NKY PDs collect old devices to keep vulnerable communities safe
Northern Kentucky police departments are collecting old cell phones and tablets to provide communication devices for seniors, domestic violence victims and children in custody situations. The program allows community members to drop off their unused electronics at participating police departments during regular business hours. The devices are then sent to 911 Cell Phone Bank, where […]
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How Covington residents can recycle their live Christmas trees
Covington residents now know when they can freely recycle their live Christmas trees after this year’s holiday season. Called the Annual Natural Christmas Tree Collection & Recycling Event, the event gives the opportunity for Covington residents to mulch their live Christmas trees free of charge from Dec. 26 to Jan. 19 at select locations with […]
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Stay safe this holiday season: Fire prevention tips
Fire departments around the country respond to an average of 835 home fires a year due to holiday decorations, and it is important to stay vigilant throughout the holidays to ensure everyone stays safe.