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Give the Gift of Warmth This Winter! St. Vincent de Paul is collecting new and gently used winter coats and winter gear to support our neighbors during the winter season.  You can drop off your donations at any of our NKY thrift stores in Erlanger, Florence or Cold Spring or at donation bins at sites throughout NKY.  THANK YOU FOR YOUR...

Fort Wright has been a Kentucky League of Cities City of Ethics since 2017. They are one of 34 cities in Kentucky that “have adopted principles and procedures that offer guidance on ethical issues.” Specifically, the principles and procedures are in accordance with a model provided by the Kentucky League of Cities. Click ...

FORT WRIGHT PRODUCES VIDEO SHOWCASING WHAT MAKES THE CITY A SPECIAL PLACE TO LIVE, WORK AND PLAY Fort Wright, KY (October 8th, 2024) - Those of us that live and work here know that the City of Fort Wright has much to offer residents, businesses and visitors - safety, convenience, inclusivity, vitality, low taxes, quality infra...

Fort Wright FY 24/25 Property Tax Update: Fort Wright, KY (September 9th, 2024) – The Fort Wright City Council has authorized a substantial reduction in the City’s property tax rate for fiscal year 2024-25. This action reduces real property tax rates to the lowest tax rate imposed in more than a decade, a reflection of...

City of Fort Wright Medical Cannabis Update At the July 17, 2024, Special Council Meeting, Council members voted 5-1 to pass Resolution 09-2024, a Resolution of the City of Fort Wright, in Kenton County, Kentucky, to allow the sale of medical cannabis and the operation of medical cannabis businesses within the City of Fort Wright, Kentucky, purs...

City of Fort Wright, Kentucky, Transitions to .gov Domain for Enhanced Security and Trust Fort Wright, KY (July 15th, 2024) - The City of Fort Wright, Kentucky is excited to announce its transition from a .com to a .gov domain. This strategic move is aimed at enhancing the security, privacy, and trustworthiness of the city's online presence,...

Welcome to Fort Wright Prime IV Hydration & Wellness! Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting took place on July 8, 2024. 

Fort Henry Reconstruction - Phase 2 Beginning Immediately - Until Further Notice   This week TMS Construction began the final phase of the Fort Henry reconstruction project. Phase 2 will take place between Amsterdam Road and the newer concrete section at 422 Fort Henry, and between Pickett Drive and General Drive. Similar to Phase 1,...

Fort Wright, KY (July 3, 2024) - The City of Fort Wright is pleased to announce the creation of a new Police Detective position within the Fort Wright Police Department. It is our intention to fill the position internally via a selection process that allows for the promotion of one of our existing skilled and experienced Police Offic...

Fort Wright, KY (June 14, 2024) - The City of Fort Wright is excited to announce several promotions within the Fort Wright Police Department.  Effective June 14th, Captain Jonathan Colwell will assume the role of Chief of Police replacing Chief Ed Butler who was recently hired as the Director of Security for Thomas More University. In...