North Hawaii News
County Councilwoman Loses P-Card Privileges
District 9 Councilwoman Margaret Wille made unauthorized hotel stays on three different occasions, according to statements obtained by Big Island Now.
OHA Providing Funds for Native Hawaiian Student Program
OHA provides funding for program supporting Native Hawaiian students in education and career goals at UH.
FEMA Introduces App Weather Feature
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has added a new weather alerts feature to its app.
State AG Takes Over Kenoi Spending Case
The investigative authority over Mayor Billy Kenoi’s use of his county-issued p-card has been turned over to the office of State Attorney General Douglas Chin.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Major accidents and DUI arrests are still down from 2015, but traffic fatalities have risen by 75 percent.
Big Island Red Cross Volunteers Honored
Two Big Island Hawai’i Red Cross volunteers were named 2015 Red Cross Volunteers of the Year.
Non-Profit Providing More Options for Youth Mental Health
Non-profit organization offering non-traditional, culture-based therapies for families, as well as emergency funding.
Kenoi Spending Complaint in ‘Initial Review’
The County of Hawai’I Deputy Corporation Counsel will look into the ethics complaint filed against Mayor Billy Kenoi on May 13, the same day as the board’s monthly meeting.
Scholarships Offered for Students Interested in Broadcast
Hawai`i Association of Broadcasters is offering scholarship awards to students interested in pursuing a career in the broadcast industry in Hawai`i.
Statewide Employment Forecasted to Rise by 2.9%
The State Department of Labor and Industrial Relations predicts that jobs will grow by 2.9% statewide between 2014 and 2016.
Microsites Launched in Debate Over TMT
Mauna a Wakea groups and the Thirty Meter Telescope have each launched microsites in order to increase public awareness.
UH Board of Regents Plan Special Hilo Meeting
The University of Hawai’i Board of Regents plans a special meeting in Hilo scheduled for Thursday, April 16 at 11:30 a.m.
Schatz: Clinton’s ‘A Real Friend of Hawai’i’
Senator Brian Schatz responded Sunday to news of Hillary Clinton’s run for the 2016 Presidential bid.
Police Locate Missing Kamuela Man
The Hawai’i Police Department has located missing 60-year-old Michael Fromme.
Scheduled Lane Closures: April 13-17
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced its weekly lane closures of Big Island roadways.
2015 Merrie Monarch: Overall Results
Halau Na Kamalei O Liliehua, under the direction of kumu Robert Uluwehi Cazimero, was the overall winner of the 52nd Annual Merrie Monarch Hula Festival.
UPDATE: TMT Postpones Construction
Construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope will remain halted until April 20, Governor David Ige’s office announced Saturday.
Kamuela Man Reported Missing
Police are searching for 60-year-old Michael Fromme of Kamuela who was last seen on Tuesday, April 7.
Puna Man Arrested and Charged with 11 Offenses
21-year-old Isaac Rosa arrested and charged after being stopped for driving a suspicious vehicle.
OHA’s Stance on TMT Questioned
Office of Hawaiian Affairs trustee Rowena Akana says her office is looking into the organization’s statement made in 2009 supporting TMT atop Mauna Kea.
