NEWPORT — Purple — the color of Easter eggs, one-eyed, one-horned flying people-eaters and now, the L&N Bridge.

        A quarter of the bridge that links Newport and Cincinnati is coming alive with a fresh coat of paint, and city officials say feedback so far is positive.

The L&N Bridgeis getting a new coat of purple paint. (Enquirer photo) | ZOOM |

        “I haven't heard one person that doesn't like it,” said Newport City Commissioner Jan Knepshield.

        Newport City Manager Phil Ciafardini said the city decided on purple because it is unique and will attract attention.

        “It's kind of a nice soft, yet unusual color,” he said. The city hopes the new pedestrian-only bridge — a former railroad bridge — will link entertainment venues on both sides of the river when it is complete by the end of December.

        Mr. Knepshield foresees the bridge being used for walking, in-line skating, bicycling and even weddings. There will also be benches for people to sit and look over the river.

        The state is funding the $4 million needed to paint the bridge and make other repairs, including lights, railings and security cameras.

        Mr. Ciafardini said the cameras will tie into Newport on the Levee's camera system.

        He said the cameras are intended to instill an extra sense of security in people.

        The bridge was closed to traffic because of its narrowness and the reconfiguration of Cincinnati's streets.

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