Independence City Council has voted to add a police social worker position to the Independence Police Department, Newport is considering implementing composting services, Union City Commission has recognized Union 42 Bourbon & Brew for its new members, and Dayton City Council has approved a 15% lower property tax rate for the next fiscal year.
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Bellevue discovers its schools don’t actually own all of its school buildings
A previous version of this story featured a photo of Newport High School. LINK apologizes for the error. Bellevue city officials recently discovered many of the school district’s properties actually belong to the city. At their Oct. 9 meeting, council members heard an ordinance to rectify that situation and return several school properties — including […]
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Bellevue honors veteran’s 100th birthday with ‘Bill Donnermeyer Day’
Former Bellevue city council member William “Bill” Donnermeyer turns 100 on Sept. 19, 2024. In his honor, the city of Bellevue declared that day as “Bill Donnermeyer Day.” Donnermeyer served in both WWII and Korea. He spent 35 years as a member of the Pipefitters Union Local 392, and began his public service career on […]
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Bellevue residents likely to see 15% decrease in property tax rate
Bellevue property owners will pay a lower tax rate if city council approves the new rate. The property tax rate for the 2024/2025 fiscal year will be .339 or $3.39 per $1000 in assessed value. This is a 15% decrease from last year’s rate of $3.98 per $1000, said City Administrator Frank Warnock. Council member […]
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You could soon carry alcoholic beverages between Dayton, Bellevue entertainment districts
The cities of Bellevue and Dayton are working together again — this time, to clear the way for more coordination between their entertainment districts. From collaborating on events to working together during snow emergencies or passing ordinances like smoking bans, the cities have a long history of getting things done in tandem. At a brief […]
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Bellevue City Council candidate arrested for alleged DUI
Bellevue City Council candidate Steven Brun was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol on July 14, and is being charged with disregarding a stop sign and operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol.
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Bellevue honors retiring police officer for 25 years of service to the community
At the Bellevue city council meeting on Wednesday, Mayor Charlie Cleves read a proclamation honoring Police Sergeant Michael Taylor, who is retiring after 25 years of service to Northern Kentucky communities. Taylor started his career with the Southgate Police Department in 1999 and also served with the Elsmere Police Department for four years before joining […]
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Bellevue considers medical cannabis, will let voters decide
Bellevue city council joined several other Northern Kentucky councils this month in grappling with the issue of whether or not to allow medical cannabis facilities within the city limits. Medical cannabis will be legal in Kentucky starting Jan. 1, 2025, and cities and counties across Northern Kentucky have been mulling whether to allow these businesses […]
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Last-minute filings propel contested races in Campbell County
Last-minute candidate filings have led to contested races in Campbell County, with 87 candidates running for various offices.
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Bellevue approves funds for park improvements
Bellevue City Council has approved funding for upgrades to Brun Park and Swope Park, including playground equipment and a covered seating area, as well as a new aluminum fence to keep stray balls from rolling into the street.