The Fort Thomas Fire Department has named a new firefighter who is walking in the footsteps of his father. After the retirement of Capt. Rick Daugherty in September, the Fort Thomas Fire Department filled his position and others by promoting from within, bringing firefighters up through the ranks. Ultimately, this left an opening for a […]
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Fort Thomas Farmers Market celebrates the holiday season
As the weather turns colder, farmers market shoppers are reminded that the season of fresh produce and farm goods is winding down. Yet, at the Fort Thomas Farmers’ Market, the final three weeks of the season promise to be a special time. The market moves indoors with extended hours and more vendors as it transforms […]
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Fort Thomas resident’s tradition keeps Halloween fun going
For kids especially, the build up to Halloween is exciting — creating or picking out your costume, or planning out your Trick-or-Treat route. And when All Hallow’s Eve arrives, it’s a whirlwind going from house to house, then going through your “haul,” and, for many, negotiating with your parents about what candy you can eat […]
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Comal unveils mural as it opens more indoor space
Comal restaurant in downtown Fort Thomas opened last spring and began operations with a carryout menu. The restaurant’s tacos and tostadas became an instant hit, and business has been steady. They closed for a short time to make some improvements including a new floor, but celebrated a reopening of their space last week. In addition […]
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Padrino Fort Thomas celebrates indoor dining space
Last week Hunter Thomas and his staff, along with city and business leaders, and a good showing of community pizza lovers, celebrated the return to indoor dining at Padrino Fort Thomas. Thomas cut the ribbon on Friday, Oct. 28, and shook hands with Mayor Eric Haas to officially open the restaurant’s new space. With room […]
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Fort Thomas names Tower Park basketball courts to honor beloved coach
In a surprise ceremony on Tuesday, the city of Fort Thomas honored the man known to most simply as Coach Kenney. The city renamed basketball courts at Tower Park for Robert Kenney Shields, whose long and winning career has spanned more than three decades. Shields served as basketball coach for St. Thomas High School […]
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Gift promoting bike safety could open eyes to larger conversation: ‘It’s the concept of making our streets safer for everyone’
Brrring, brring! That’s the sound drivers, bike riders and pedestrians will hear more often in Fort Thomas if all goes according to plan. At the October city meeting, council member Ken Bowman announced that Reser Bicycle in Newport donated 400 bike bells to Fort Thomas residents in the hopes of promoting safer riding, especially on […]
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Fort Thomas City Council candidates discuss city priorities and more
Eight candidates are vying for six seats on the Fort Thomas City Council this November. With only three incumbents in the mix, at least half of the next council will be new faces. As part of LINK nky’s efforts to keep our community informed and prepared for the upcoming elections, we asked each candidate the […]
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Fort Thomas School Board candidates discuss priorities for the district
Seven individuals, including two incumbents, are seeking to fill three spots on the Fort Thomas Independent Schools Board this November. As part of LINK nky’s efforts to keep our community informed and prepared for the upcoming elections, we have asked each of the candidates to answer the same five questions. Without further ado, here are […]
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Cold Spring adds history treasure trove
Tucked away in the basement of the Cold Spring city building, in a room that until recently served as the community gathering room is the new home of the Cold Spring History Archive. Council member and Cold Spring native Lisa Cavanaugh has been collecting photos, stories and other memorabilia from the city’s history in the […]
