City of Loveland: archive · Ohio News Flash

Closure & Detour Alert: West Loveland Avenue City archive Fri, Dec 20, 2024 Construction on the Cherokee Drive Water Main Replacement Project in the Loveland Heights will require a road closure and detour. West Loveland Avenue will be closed at Cherokee Drive to allow crews to connect new water main beneath the road surface. Contractors plan a three-day…

Shop New Businesses This Holiday Season City archive Tue, Dec 17, 2024 This holiday season, several businesses have opened their doors or have announced plans to open in the City of Loveland. “Local businesses are the backbone of our economy, and we are so appreciative these small business owners chose Loveland as home,” said Eva Wisby, Zoning and…

Loveland Ornament for Sale City archive Mon, Dec 9, 2024 The City of Loveland is selling keepsake ornaments at City Hall, 120 W Loveland Ave. This is more than an ornament — it’s the beginning of a new holiday tradition! Each year, the city will unveil a fresh design in the collection. Ornaments are $10 and will be sold Monday-Friday…

Nisbet Park Walking Trail Expansion & Riverside Swings City archive Tue, Dec 3, 2024 As part of the ongoing revitalization of Nisbet Park, the city plans to add a new portion of walking path and install swing benches. City staff is securing funding for this project. Project Dates Estimated Start Date: Spring 2025 Estimated Completion: 2025 Contact For questions…

Event & Parking Closures: Christmas Tree Lighting Festival City archive Sun, Dec 1, 2024 The 4th annual Christmas Tree Lighting Festival will take place on Saturday, Dec. 7. Large events such as this require temporary road closures and parking restrictions. The closures will be managed by on-duty law enforcement officers. Anyone traveling downtown is asked to…

Recycle Holiday Lights City archive Thu, Nov 21, 2024 Are you finding old or broken lights as you decorate for the holidays? Recycle them! The Loveland Sustainability Council is promoting The Great Holiday Light Challenge, a friendly competition held annually among City of Loveland, Miami Township, and Symmes Township. Residents…

City Awarded Second Grant to Extend Sidewalks into Warren County City archive Tue, Nov 19, 2024 The City of Loveland recently has been awarded a federal grant totaling $761,243 for the State Route 48/Butterworth Road Sidewalk Project. The grant was awarded by the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments (OKI) and joins a $2-million grant from the Ohio…

City Hall Hiring City archive Tue, Nov 12, 2024 The City of Loveland is hiring a full-time Customer Service Specialist. This highly visible position is the first point of contact for residents and customers of the City of Loveland and supports operations of the Finance Department, including utilities. Applications will be…

Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for New Fire Station City archive Wed, Nov 6, 2024 A groundbreaking ceremony was held Nov. 2 at the site of the future home of Loveland-Symmes Department (LSFD) Fire Station 63. This month, construction will begin on the new station at 220 E Loveland Ave., which will replace the current facility just a block away at 100 E…

Celebrate the Holidays at the Christmas Tree Lighting Festival City archive Mon, Nov 4, 2024 Welcome the holiday season at Loveland’s Christmas Tree Lighting Festival on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 4-8 p.m. in Historic Downtown Loveland. This marks the fourth year for the festival, which features holiday fun for all ages. Admission is free. The event will take place in the…

Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Fire Station on Nov. 2 City archive Fri, Nov 1, 2024 The City of Loveland invites the public to the groundbreaking ceremony of the future home of the Loveland-Symmes Fire Station 63. The event will be held Saturday, Nov. 2 at 11 a.m. at 220 E Loveland Ave. Free event parking is available at the East Loveland Nature Preserve, 227 E…

City Awarded $77K Grant to Build Sidewalks in Loveland Heights City archive Wed, Oct 30, 2024 The City of Loveland has been awarded a $77,000 Community Development Block Grant through Hamilton County to build sidewalks in the Loveland Heights neighborhood. The project will create safe, ADA-accessible sidewalks along Osage Drive to connect Tuscarora Drive and West…

Vote for the City Tree City archive Thu, Oct 17, 2024 The City of Loveland’s Tree & Environment Committee is exploring the idea of establishing an official City Tree. This would be similar to how the State of Ohio named the Buckeye as its official tree. Designation would help support the city’s ongoing recognition as a Tree City…

Honoring 25 Years of Service: Northeast 911 Communications City archive Thu, Oct 10, 2024 We celebrate a momentous milestone: 25 years of dedicated service, technological advancements, and life-saving impact by the Northeast 911 Communications Center — the dispatching center for the City of Loveland and Hamilton County District 3. For a quarter of a century, this…

The Candy Police Are Back City archive Fri, Oct 4, 2024 The Loveland Police Department (LPD) and Hamilton Township Police want to make Halloween a special day for kids and adults with special needs. If you reside within the City of Loveland or Hamilton Township limits and have a loved one living with a disability or special needs…

City Hires Director of Human Resources City archive Fri, Oct 4, 2024 The City of Loveland has hired Julie Robinson to serve as Director of Human Resources. Robinson began Sept. 23, replacing former Human Resources Manager Joy Deardorff. Deardorff retired Aug. 28. “It is great to have Julie back with the city. She brings many years of human…

City Implements Mass Notification Software City archive Tue, Oct 1, 2024 The City of Loveland is launching mass notification software called CivicReady, and residents are encouraged to sign up for free alerts. The city will be able to issue urgent notifications, emergency instructions, warnings, and routine communications to subscribed residents via…

Nisbet Park Amphitheater City archive Tue, Oct 1, 2024 As part of the ongoing revitalization of Nisbet Park, the city plans to build a new amphitheater with that will face into the park, creating a larger seating area. Tentatively, demo of the current structure is planned for 2025. City staff has secured $250k in grants and is…

West Loveland Avenue Intersection Improvement City archive Tue, Oct 1, 2024 To improve traffic flow, the intersection at West Loveland Avenue and Loveland-Madeira Road will undergo turn lane improvements and lane widening. This is the busy intersection near the Quilter’s Studio and Loveland Dairy Whip. Project Dates Estimated Construction: 2025 Contact…

West Loveland Avenue Improvements City archive Tue, Oct 1, 2024 Pending successful funding from the Ohio Public Works Commission, the city will continue its commitment to the 2022 Downtown Loveland Streetscape Plan by advancing the West Loveland Avenue improvements from Second Street/State Route 48 to Karl Brown Way. The improvements would…

Non-Filing Tax Letters Mailed to Residents City archive Mon, Sep 30, 2024 The Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA) mailed non-filer letters to taxpayers that neglected to file a municipal income tax return. Taxpayers can simply send RITA the documents listed on the non-filing letter via: e-file returns or exemptions at…

Fall Brush & Leaf Collection City archive Sat, Sep 28, 2024 Fall brush and leaf collection begins soon for City of Loveland residents. Public Works will drive designated routes through the city. There is no need to call and schedule a pick-up. Brush Collection Fall brush collection will begin Monday, Oct. 7. Brush must be placed in the…

New Downtown Parking Lot is Finished City archive Fri, Sep 27, 2024 The City of Loveland’s newest public parking lot is open for use 24/7. In the final stages of construction, the lot was open on weekends and evenings only. The lot, located off First Street behind City Hall, features 147 spaces. It can be accessed from First Street or State…

LSFD Hosts Open House Oct. 9 City archive Thu, Sep 26, 2024 National Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 6-12, 2024. Join Loveland-Symmes Fire Department for an open house on Wednesday, Oct. 9 from 6-8 p.m. at Symmes Safety Center (8871 Weekly Lane, Cincinnati, OH 45249). Safety talks Bounce house Tours of fire trucks Tours of vehicles from the…

Vote for LPD City archive Fri, Sep 13, 2024 The Loveland Ohio Police Department has entered the Light Ohio Blue Photo Contest, and we need your help! Visit https://lightohioblue.org/2024-catlist/2024-lecat4/ to vote for LPD's photo in the Law Enforcement Category 4 (city size 5,000-14,999). Voting ends September 30. To…

The Frogman Returns to Loveland Oct. 12 City archive Thu, Sep 12, 2024 Hop over to the City of Loveland’s new festival, Return of The Frogman, on Saturday, Oct. 12. The Loveland Frogman is a local legend, similar to Big Foot. The tale says a frog, roughly 4 feet tall, has been spotted standing on its hindlegs along the banks of the Little Miami…

Art by Deirdre Dyson Showcased at City Hall City archive Thu, Sep 5, 2024 Approximately 50 paintings by local artist Deidre Dyson are on display at Loveland City Hall, 120 W Loveland Ave., through Nov. 15. Visit the gallery during lobby hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The gallery will also be open 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7…

Recycle at the One Stop Drop City archive Tue, Sep 3, 2024 The Loveland Sustainability Council’s annual One Stop Drop event will be held Saturday, Oct. 5 from 1-4 p.m. at Loveland Elementary School, 600 Loveland-Madeira Road. This is a free event for residents. This is your chance to drop off reusable/recyclable items sitting around…

Employment Opportunity: LPD Hiring City archive Tue, Sep 3, 2024 The Loveland Police Department is hiring for the position of full-time Mayor's Court Clerk. Applications will be accepted through Sept. 17, 2024. Please visit the website for more information.

From the City Manager: Aug. 25 Water Main Break City archive Mon, Aug 26, 2024 A Message From the City Manager: I wanted to take the opportunity to speak about the water main break on August 25 that resulted in a significant number of our Clermont and Warren County water customers being out of water service for an extended period of time. Also, I want to…

Public Hearing: Property Transfer City archive Thu, Aug 15, 2024 Loveland City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at or about 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at Loveland City Hall, 120 W. Loveland Ave., Loveland, Ohio 45140. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comments regarding the proposed…

TriHealth Offers Mammograms in Historic Downtown City archive Mon, Aug 12, 2024 TriHealth Mobile Mammography will be coming to Historic Downtown Loveland (120 W Loveland Ave.) on Thursday, Aug. 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Appointments are available. The TriHealth Mobile Mammography van features 3D digital tomosynthesis with ProFound AI. This cutting-edge…

Movie in the Park Planned for Sept. 28 City archive Thu, Aug 1, 2024 Don’t miss the City of Loveland’s 2024 Movie in the Park! You’re invited to a double feature on Saturday, Sept. 28. Two movies will be shown at Phillips Park, 11667 Rich Road. 7 PM – Gates open 7:30 PM – Feature 1 – The Jungle Book 8:45 PM – Intermission 9 PM – Feature 2 – The…

LPD Welcomes New Lieutenant City archive Thu, Jul 25, 2024 Officer Michael Wright of the Loveland Police Department has been promoted to the rank of lieutenant. He took his oath of office, which was administered by Mayor Kathy Bailey, at Loveland City Council’s July 23 meeting. Wright has served the citizens of Loveland since 2021. He…

LSFD Health and Wellness Center Opens City archive Thu, Jul 25, 2024 A ribbon cutting ceremony was held July 24 for the Loveland-Symmes Fire Department (LSFD) Health and Wellness Center, 227 E Loveland Ave. The center is a state-of-the-art fitness facility. From exercise equipment and physical therapy spaces to counseling rooms and relaxation…

Free Tree Giveaway for City Residents City archive Mon, Jul 15, 2024 The City of Loveland is giving away free trees again! As an investment in the city’s tree canopy, 200 trees will be given away to City of Loveland residents. Beginning July 18, 2024, residents can request up to two trees per household via an online reservation form available at…

Grand Opening of Firefighter Health & Wellness Center City archive Mon, Jul 15, 2024 The Loveland-Symmes Fire Department Health & Wellness Center, 227 E Loveland Ave., is focused entirely on the physical and behavioral/mental health of our firefighter paramedics. A grand opening will be held Wednesday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m. Not unlike ensuring that our vehicles…

Call for Art: Traffic Signal Boxes City archive Fri, Jul 12, 2024 Calling all artists! The City of Loveland’s Arts Commission is seeking unique art to decorate the city’s traffic signal boxes. Artists are invited to submit their “purely Loveland” design to become a vinyl traffic box wrap. The city will cover two traffic signal boxes in 2024…

Public Hearing: Tax-Exempt Obligations City archive Thu, Jul 11, 2024 Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the City Council of the City of Loveland, Counties of Hamilton, Warren and Clermont, Ohio on July 23, 2024, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 120 W. Loveland Ave, Loveland, Ohio 45140. This hearing is…

Celebrating Independence Day City archive Mon, Jul 8, 2024 The City of Loveland hosted its 2024 Independence Day Celebration on Thursday, July 4. The event featured a family fun zone, concert, parade, fireworks, and several new activities. At the family fun zone, visitors enjoyed games, photo ops, visits with the Loveland High School…

Downtown Parking Lot Update City archive Tue, Jul 2, 2024 A new 150-space parking lot is being constructed behind City Hall along First Street. The lot will be OPEN for the Independence Day Celebration on Thursday, July 4. Then, for the short term, the lot will be open on Fridays and Saturdays to help accommodate weekend visitors.…

George Foster to Lead Independence Day Parade City archive Tue, Jun 25, 2024 Cincinnati Reds Hall of Famer George Foster has been named Grand Marshal for the City of Loveland’s 2024 Independence Day Parade. Foster played in Major League Baseball as an outfielder from 1969-1986, most notably with the Cincinnati Reds with whom he won two World Series…

July 4: Event Road Closures & Parking Info City archive Mon, Jun 24, 2024 The City of Loveland’s Independence Day Celebration will take place Thursday, July 4. Large events such as this require temporary road closures and parking restrictions. The closures will be managed by on-duty law enforcement officers. Anyone traveling downtown is asked to…

Public Notice: Comment Period Open for East Kemper Road Streambank Stabilization City archive Mon, Jun 24, 2024 The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Louisville District is working in partnership with the City of Loveland to find the best possible solutions to address erosion and unstable streambank concerns along South Riverside Avenue/East Kemper Road. First, USACE conducted a…

2024 Emergency Services Scholarship Awarded City archive Thu, Jun 20, 2024 The Loveland Police Officers’ Association (LPOA) and the Loveland Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association (LCPAAA) awarded the 2024 Emergency Services Scholarship on June 6 to Katherine Watson. This is a $1,000 scholarship that is awarded to one qualified applicant yearly who…

Apply for Citizens Fire Academy City archive Thu, Jun 20, 2024 The Loveland-Symmes Fire Department (LSFD) is looking for City of Loveland and Symmes Township community members to attend its Citizens Fire Academy, starting July 31. The Citizens Fire Academy offers adult citizens the opportunity to learn about their fire department. As an…

City Plans for New Pocket Park City archive Wed, Jun 12, 2024 The City of Loveland plans to repurpose the former Mobil gas station site into a pocket park. “If completed, this project will create a signature gateway to our downtown business district and truly transform a once blighted property,” said David Kennedy, City Manager. In August…

Celebrate Independence Day in Loveland City archive Tue, Jun 11, 2024 The City of Loveland is pleased to announce details for its 2024 Independence Day Celebration. “Our annual event keeps getting bigger and better with new activities. We want to invite everyone to visit Loveland to celebrate the holiday,” said Mayor Kathy Bailey. The event will…

Watercolor Exhibit Begins June 13 at Loveland City Hall City archive Thu, Jun 6, 2024 Artwork by the Watercolor Guild of Loveland will soon be on display at Loveland City Hall. In early 2024, a gallery space was installed at City Hall, 120 W Loveland Ave. The gallery is rotated seasonally and features local artists. The latest exhibit opens June 13 with a…

Loveland-Miamiville Road Sidewalk Project Continues City archive Mon, Jun 3, 2024 Beginning the week of June 10, sidewalks will be installed along the east side of Loveland-Miamiville Road in the City of Loveland. Sidewalks will be added from Sugar Tree Lane to Saddleback Drive. Storm sewer and watermain work will also be completed in the vicinity.…