Highland Heights City Council members called for Councilmember Jesse Hockenbury’s immediate resignation Tuesday after he entered an Alford plea to third-degree sexual abuse, resulting in a criminal conviction. During its Aug. 4 meeting, the council entered an executive session to discuss Hockenbury’s possible removal. Councilmember Rene Heinrich proposed the closed-door session, citing the need for […]
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Independence to vote on 336 apartments, space for 10 businesses, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, a proposed development could bring 336 apartments and 10 businesses to roughly 40 acres in Independence. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened in NKY government last week? Newport explores new historic […]
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Opinion: These are my top 10 parks in NKY
Written by Jill Fessler I often visit my local parks to walk or attend concerts. I have noticed several incredible play sets being installed, plus additional features like Pickle ball Courts and Skate Parks. Residents of Campbell County are fortunate to have so many well maintained parks. Each recreational area has unique features unlike any […]
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NKU Board of Regents elects new leadership
The Northern Kentucky University Board of Regents announced the election of three new leaders ahead of the fall semester. The board of regents, the governing body responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and policies of NKU, recently conducted its annual election to appoint officers for the upcoming term. Regent Kara Williams: NKU class of 2001, […]
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NKU hosts growing camp aimed at boosting college enrollment
More than 100 Northern Kentucky middle school students are spending part of their summer on a college campus through an expanded “College Bound Camp” designed to inspire students to pursue higher education long before they enter high school. Now in its second year, the program will serve 110 students this summer, including 55 incoming sixth […]
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Union to weigh rezoning for 135-home development, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, Union is considering changing the zoning of about 22 acres at 9944 Old Union Road that would allow a suburban housing development. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened in NKY […]
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Highland Heights reviews development projects, including community green space
Council members of Highland Heights heard an overview of the city’s ongoing and future development projects at Tuesday night’s meeting. The annual summary included a broad range of infrastructure and planning initiatives developed over the past year, as well as a timeline for future projects. Working in tandem with the engineering consulting firm Verdantas, the […]
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Newport Police to host Flock camera town hall, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, the Newport Police Department is hosting a town hall to answer questions about Flock cameras. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in NKY government? Arlinghaus Builders proposes 182-home […]
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Cooling centers available in Campbell County during extreme heat
Cooling centers are available in Campbell County for residents who need relief from the extreme heat. A cooling center is a safe, air-conditioned public place where residents can go to cool off during extreme heat. Cooling centers are especially important for older adults, people with chronic medical conditions, families without enough air conditioning and others […]
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Highland Heights residents create petition to remove cement barriers on Alexandria Way
Several residents and businesses in Highland Heights have signed a petition advocating for the removal of three concrete barriers on Alexandria Way. The petition states that the barriers hinder the overall flow of traffic and accessibility of surrounding areas. Long-time Highland Heights resident Bonnie Pickett brought the issue to Tuesday’s meeting, where she presented a […]
