Independence Mayor Christopher Reinersman administered the oath of office Monday night to Cole O’Brien, who was recently hired as a police officer. His family looked on proudly, including his dad, Scott, who had served as an officer in Taylor Mill and Dayton, as well as with Homeland Security. “Cole’s mother Andrea served on the EMS […]
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Independence uses seized drug money for new equipment
Independence officials recently boasted the equipment purchased with money confiscated in drug seizure events.
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Independence to reduce speed on busy Hogrefe Road
Independence City Council took the first step to reduce the speed limit on part of Hogrefe Road from 35 miles per hour to 20 on Monday night. Hogrefe Road is off of State Route 536. “We have always had calls about the speed on Hogrefe,” said City Administrator Chris Moriconi. “Now it has been developed […]
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Have extra school supplies? Donate them to Cram the Cruiser & Truck drive
As the start of school in Northern Kentucky approaches, Kenton County civic organizations are teaming up to collect school supplies for local students. The Kenton County Police Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 44 is partnering with the Independence Professional Firefighters Local 3945 to host the Cram The Cruiser & Truck School Supply Drive. The supply […]
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Photos: Independence parade and festival
The city of Independence lived up to its name this year with a Fourth of July extravaganza that rivaled those thrown before COVID-19. This year the festival was back to two days, beginning Friday evening, July 1. The famous parade started at Summit View Academy and ended at Simon Kenton High School, traveling the distance […]
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Looking to celebrate the Fourth this weekend? Here are events happening around NKY
Monday, July 4 is Independence Day and cities around Northern Kentucky are holding runs, parades and concerts to celebrate. Here’s a list of what’s happening where. Bellevue: First Friday- “Bellevue is Poppin” When: July 1, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Where: Fairfield Avenue What: Popsicle vendor/Fourth of July Theme Covington: Friends of Peaselburg Neighborhood Association […]
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Crewitts Creek Kitchen & Bar in Independence damaged in early morning fire
Written by Ally Kraemer, WCPO reporter An early morning fire caused heavy damage to Crewitts Creek Kitchen & Bar in Independence, forcing the restaurant to close indefinitely. The fire started shortly after 2 a.m. Monday in a stove in the back kitchen. When firefighters arrived, they said they saw flames shooting out of the roof. […]
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Independence says yes, Taylor Mill no to contributing funds for BLINK
The immersive light and art show known as BLINK is set to return to the Cincinnati area this fall, and organizers and local civic leaders are hoping to see Northern Kentucky included just as it was in 2019. That year, when an estimated 1.3 million people experienced the massive event, BLINK stretched from downtown Cincinnati […]
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Barleycorn’s Brewhouse coming to Wilder
The popular Northern Kentucky restaurant chain Barleycorn’s is expanding into the brewery business, and its owner’s eyes are set on Wilder for the first location. The idea is to have a brewery specializing in traditional beers like lagers, pilsners, and IPAs, said Gary Holland, founder and CEO of One Holland, which owns three Barleycorn’s locations. […]
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Independence Mayor gives state of the city speech at regular council meeting
Independence Mayor Christopher Reinersman gave his annual state of the city report Monday night at the regular council meeting. “As regards the state of the city, I am proud to say that I believe the city is on a positive trajectory overall,” Reinersman said. “Some of the additional highlights that underscore our promising track are […]
