As the Latonia sky filled with balloons and lanterns, 32nd Street below was swarmed by friends, neighbors, and family devastated by the sudden and shocking loss of Eli Kindt. On Friday afternoon, while riding his bike, Kindt, 6, was struck by a large landscaping truck and died instantly. On Monday, the young boy who wore #45 […]
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Child on Bike Killed in Latonia
A child is dead in Latonia after he was struck by a vehcile while riding his bike. Covington Police and Fire responded to 32nd Street just east of Decoursey Avenue late Friday afternoon where the child was pronounced dead. The boy was identified by a local football coach as Eli Kindt. His small bike lay […]
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Two Teens Arrested After Pursuit, Shots Fired in Latonia
Two teenage boys – one who will need medical attention – are on their way to jail after shots were fired and a police pursuit ensued in Latonia on Sunday morning. Shots were fired on the 3600 block of Tracy Avenue and the two boys fled the scene in a black SUV, ultimately stopping the […]
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Hot Donuts Returning to Latonia with Moonrise
Nearly nine months after losing its lone donut shop, Latonia will soon have two. “When the moon rises, so do the donuts.” That’s how founder Keith Bales describes his new business, Moonrise Doughnuts – an operation that will serve the namesake treats in the evening hours from 6 to 11 p.m. Those of a certain […]
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New “Antiques General Store” Opens in Latonia
A new store has opened at the Promenade Palace building in Latonia’s Ritte’s Corner. Half & Half Antiques is unlike no other store in the area, its owners say. The 6500-sq. ft. shop features desirable items in a wide range of prices – with dressers running from $50 to $500 and dining room sets from […]
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Photos: Holy Cross Parish Summer Festival
It was a beautiful weekend for the Holy Cross Parish Summer Festival! RCN’s Brian Frey produced these photos.
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Photos: Unlock the Block Rocks Latonia
Ritte’s Corner was rocked Saturday by Unlock the Block – a live music event that stretched across the center of Latonia’s historic business district. The event was created by Leadership Northern Kentucky’s class of 2017 and featured three live bands, food vendors, local beer and liquor, and activities for the big and small. Though intermittent […]
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Latonia to Host “Unlock the Block” Music Festival on Saturday
Latonia will “Unlock the Block” on Saturday. The new one-day music festival will rock Ritte’s Corner from 4 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 22. The project was developed by Leadership Northern Kentucky’s 2017 class. Local bands DV8, Ben Walz, and the Turkeys will take the stage. Craft beers from Rhinegeist and Wooden Cask Brewing […]
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Owner of Latonia Home Destroyed in Fire Offers Reward for Information
The owner of a Latonia home destroyed by fire late Tuesday night is offering a reward for helpful information. The home at 309 West 34th Street had been recently purchased by Steve Sparks of Rebound Remodels. Kenton County property records show the sale date as June 6, 2017. “At this point, it doesn’t seem to […]
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Fire Destroys Latonia Home
A house in Latonia was destroyed by fire late Tuesday night. Fire crews responded to the home on the 300 block of 34th Street. The house was totally engulfed in flames. This story will be updated when more information is known. -Staff report