In the age of remote work brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, a reliable internet connection is a necessity in order to work and play in the contemporary economic landscape. The leadership of Campbell County, in conjunction with Kenton and Boone, have prioritized upgrading the regions internet cable infrastructure. According to Campbell County Judge/Executive Steve […]
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Project to offer 1G Wi-Fi to every home in Boone County
The internet is getting faster in Boone County, and leaders believe it’s the key to economic growth. A year ago, Cincinnati Bell launched a project across Northern Kentucky to upgrade internet access everywhere by laying miles of fiber optic cable in the ground. The improvements mean residents will have access to 1 Gig Wi-Fi, among […]
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Cincinnati Bell changes name to altafiber
Cincinnati Bell announced Wednesday morning that the company is changing its name to altafiber. “And as we determine what tomorrow holds, one thing is certain: Fiber is the future,” CEO Leigh R. Fox announced in a video on the company’s website. “It’s faster, stronger and more sustainable for all of tomorrow’s needs, and will be the […]
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United Way Extends NKY Digital Equity Initiative into Pendleton County
125 households in Pendleton County to receive internet access through United Way partnership United Way of Greater Cincinnati will expand its NKY Digital Equity Initiative for Students into Pendleton County, supplying an estimated 125 additional households with six months of internet service so K-12 students can fully participate in virtual learning. The expansion partnership involves […]
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United Way Raises Funds to Provide Students with Internet Access in NKY
United Way, Cincinnati Bell and other local partners raising funds to provide Internet access to 1,000 homes with K-12 students Approximately 10 percent of the 60,000 K-12 students in Northern Kentucky lack Internet service at home. More than 1,000 Northern Kentucky families will receive access to low-cost Internet service in time for the 2020-21 school […]
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PHOTOS: Cincinnati Bell Filming Commercial in Fort Thomas
Cincinnati Bell shot a “super” commercial in Fort Thomas today in historic Tower Park. Cincinnati Bell employees are the stars of the commercial and will be shown in different iconic parts of Greater Cincinnati, in which they reside. This is an advertisement. Yesterday, the company teased the commercial shot in front of Cincinnati Music Hall. […]
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How Will the Net Neutrality Repeal Affect Greater Cincinnati Internet Customers?
Last week, the Federal Communications Commission voted to discard net neutrality rules that prevented broadband providers from slowing sites or demanding payments from them for fast delivery. The decision opens the door for very different consumer experiences on the internet. The rules will go into effect in the coming weeks. In short, net neutrality is […]
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Cincinnati Bell Launches Campaign to Celebrate Greater Cincinnati
Screengrab from the #CincyGive campaign. Via Cincinnati Bell YouTube channel. Cincinnati Bell Inc. is partnering with local entrepreneurs and businesses to celebrate Greater Cincinnati, and to help multiple organizations that are dedicated to improving lives across the region. Cincinnati Bell’s new #CincyGive campaign officially launches this week with the “Home” T-shirt, the first in a […]
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ALERT: Police seeking man wanted for Crestview Hills burglary
Police are looking for this man, wanted for a burglary in Crestview Hills Saturday/Crime Stoppers Update: Police have identified the suspect as James Mclane. Mclane is still at large. This story has been updated. – Ed. 10/21/14 Police are looking for James Mclane, who is wanted for an overnight burglary of a Cincinnati Bell store […]
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Fort Thomas Residents Discovering Large Holes Dug in Their Yard
So, you’re walking outside in your slippers and robe to grab the paper (wait, people still subscribe to the paper?). Stay with me, I’m setting up my post.