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81,468 chest compressions, applied perfectly

The Covington Fire Department now has seven Stryker LUCAS 3 devices. The mechanical compression device administers perfect CPR. mCPR device’s 9-month record: better outcomes for patients, providers COVINGTON, Ky. – In the old days, it wasn’t unusual for paramedics from the Covington Fire Department to find themselves standing in the back of a speeding ambulance administering ches...

10 volunteer opportunities Saturday

Neighborhood events = Part 1 of spread-out Great American Cleanup   COVINGTON, Ky. – Volunteers will converge on at least 10 locations in Covington on Saturday to plant trees and flowers, pull weeds, rake debris, spread mulch, pick up litter, and tackle other tasks aimed at beautifying The Cov and its neighborhoods.   If you want to join in the fun, sign up HERE (preferred) or just...

HUD $$$ hearing this afternoon delayed a week

City seeking input on CDBG/HOME ‘Annual Action Plan’   COVINGTON, Ky. – The virtual hearing scheduled for this afternoon to get feedback on the City’s proposed spending of annual federal grant money has been delayed until next Monday, April 26.   The link for the meeting will remain the same: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81764380800?pwd=UlM0TFFXZVBCUW1HcW8vYjdLNFdmZz...

Safe, effective & free: Spots open at Esperanza, Eastside vaccine events

The first vaccination event at the Esperanza Latino Center was sold out. (Photo used with permission from Esperanza) Organizers say Moderna ‘brand’ to be administered  COVINGTON, Ky. – A large number of spots are still open at COVID-19 vaccination events scheduled for the Eastside and Latino communities in Covington next Saturday, April 24.  And organizers want to put t...

Despite pandemic, momentum

1st-in-a-while annual report touts 2020’s stunning growth  in The Cov’s economic development   COVINGTON, Ky. – An eight-page report released today confirms what City officials suspected: Despite the pandemic, 2020 saw stunning growth and investment in Covington’s economy.   For example: Page 2 touts overall numbers: The announcement of 2,100 new jobs a...

On the 1st day of Earth Day, my true love ...

(EDITOR'S NOTE: This is another in a series of recycling tips from the City of Covington's Neighborhood Services Department, Solid Waste & Recycling Division.) COVINGTON, Ky. -- Just like the “12 Days of Christmas,” we think Earth Day deserves weeks of celebration.   So rather than just give you a single “tip” about recycling today, we compiled a list of events &...

Who needs a formal ‘opening’?

Zahrah enjoys the tunnel slide at the newly renovated Barb Cook Park in Latonia. Ribbon cutting Saturday, but new Barb Cook Park already in full use COVINGTON, Ky. – Every time Covington Parks & Rec Manager Ben Oldiges drives past Barb Cook Park in Latonia, he sees first-hand evidence that the park’s recent renovation was long overdue:  “It’s filled with kids almos...

Covington says farewell to veteran police captain

From left, the retiring Capt. Chris Ernst, Lt. Marcus Jordan (soon to be a captain), Sgt. Bryan Bogard (soon to be a lieutenant), and Detective Mike Gilliland (soon to be a sergeant). Ernst’s retirement leads to promotions  COVINGTON, Ky. – Covington will say “goodbye” to a veteran captain in its Police Department tonight, and his retirement will cause an ascending ser...

Wine, Korean BBQ, a Latonia landmark & more

The early morning sun rises over the vacant building at 314 Greenup St. that will soon open as Governors House Wine Bar + Kitchen, created by the owners of Blinkers Tavern steakhouse next door. Small Business incentives move eclectic, electric projects forward;                     $75K still on table for last round of funding  COVINGTON, ...

‘A’ is for apple (manzana)

Jah’Faye and her Mom with an alphabet sign “passport” book ((NEW LOCATION: Because of the anticipated thunderstorms, the Read Ready Covington walking tour event from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. today has been moved indoors at the Kenton County Public Library in Covington.  Families with small kids can pick up the “passport” activity booklets today and can head out to &ldquo...
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