Various lane closures will occur next week on the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge, also known as the Big Mac Bridge, to allow work crews to perform inspections, according to a Friday announcement from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. The inspections are scheduled to take place from Monday, Aug. 24 to Friday, Aug. 28, weather permitting. Drivers […]
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Kentucky law change could add years, costs to Newport’s long-delayed U.S. 27 project
A change in Kentucky law could add another two years to Newport’s long-delayed U.S. 27 and Carothers Road improvement project, which city officials had hoped to put out to bid in early 2027. Newport officials discussed the latest setback during a project update on Aug.17, saying a provision removed from state law this year has […]
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Newport considers Mansion Hill Park playground upgrade
Newport is considering new playground equipment and other improvements at Mansion Hill Park as part of a broader effort to make the city’s parks more attractive and more intentionally designed. The city commission held a first reading on a purchase order with DWA Recreation for new playground equipment after the roughly 25-year-old equipment at the […]
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I-471’s Park Avenue exit in Newport is getting a redesign. Here’s what will change
Drivers coming off Interstate 471 at Exit 5 in Newport will see major safety changes next year, including lane separation, a speed hump, curb extensions and new pedestrian crossings. The city of Newport shared at its Aug. 17 meeting that the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is planning improvements to the I-471 southbound ramp at Park Avenue, […]
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Mammoth Music Festival returning to Newport for third year
Newport’s Mammoth Music Festival is set to return to Newport this October. Back for its third year, the Mammoth Music Festival is scheduled for Sunday, October 4. The festival is a community-focused experience centered around local music, visual art, food and drinks. The opening ceremonies will start at 11:30 am. Music performances will take place […]
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Big Brothers Big Sisters match grows into 12 year friendship
Big Brother Craig Gliva and Little Brother Will have shared a bond since 2014, a friendship that began when Will was a first grader at Newport Primary School. He was matched with Gliva, through the school’s partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati, and for years, they met weekly on site at Newport. […]
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Newport provides storm debris cleanup update
Newport Public Works crews are continuing to clear storm debris across the city after severe weather left downed trees, limbs and other hazards in its wake Tuesday. The city gave an update Wednesday afternoon that public works continues cleanup from yesterday’s storms, prioritizing downed trees and limbs blocking streets and sidewalks, debris on vehicles and […]
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Newport Central Catholic to host 32nd Family Fireworks Fest on Labor Day
Newport Central Catholic High School is set to host its 32nd annual Family Fireworks Fest, offering attendees prime views of the Western & Southern/WEBN Labor Day Fireworks. The event starts on Sunday, Sept. 6, at 5:30 p.m. at Newport Central Catholic High School, located at 13 Carothers Rd. It will include food trucks, drinks, and […]
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Meet your superintendent: Newport Independent Schools
Newport Superintendent Matt Atkins has sported district swag for as long as he can remember. Hanging in his office is a homemade white baby sweater emblazoned with a Newport wildcat — the first evidence of the generational pride that drove him to lead his hometown district. Atkins has served the district for more than two […]
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National nonprofit brings computers, technology education to Newport students
Newport kids will gain opportunities to explore technology through a grant that provides free computers and a STEAM enrichment program for young students. At this year’s Newport Night Out event, Compudopt, a national nonprofit, was set up to give away 100 computers through a grant it received from TC Energy. The nonprofit works to close […]
