North Hawaii News
State Launches Ad to Assist Homeowners Facing Foreclosure
State-issued PSA encourages homeowners facing foreclosure to contact a state-certified counselor, and to be wary of rescue scams.
Senate Confirms DOH Director and Deputy
Senate unanimously confirms Dr. Virginia Pressler as director of DOH; reconfirms acting deputy director Keith Yamamoto.
‘Wonder’ Voted as 2015 Nene Award Winner
Hawai’i students in fourth, fifth, and sixth grade voted “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio as the 2015 Nene Award recipient.
USPS Offers Limited Late Collection on Tax Day
The Hilo Airport Post Office, Kailua-Kona Post Office, and the Kamuela Post Office will all offer a late pick-up Tax Day-specified box on April 15.
Police Release April 9 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
PTA to Host Weekend Mammal Hunting
Training areas will be opened by Army officials at Pohakuloa Training Area over the weekend for hunting of mammals.
2015 Merrie Monarch: Miss Aloha Hula Results
Jasmine Kaleihiwa Dunlap of Hula Halau ‘O Kamuela was crowned Miss Aloha Hula of the 52nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival Thursday evening.
Military Convoys Scheduled for Friday and Monday
Oahu-based service members will convoy the roads between Pohakuloa Training Area and Kawaihae Harbor on Friday and Monday.
Hilo Man Charged After Using Stolen Credit Card
25-year-old Chad Wright charged after attempting to return items purchased with a stolen credit card.
Charity Walk Aims to Raise Funds for Hawai‘i Charities
Charity Walk event to raise funds for Big Island charities on Saturday, May 9.
Hawaii Environmental Council Releases 2014 Annual Report
Report identifies top environmental priorities for state and outlines sustainability goals.
HPD: Man Last Seen Two Years Ago Sought
The Hawai’i Police Department says that a man last seen two years ago at his Mountain View home was reported missing on March 20.
Pair in Tire Theft Facing Drug Charges
A man and a woman accused of stealing two tires from a store in Waimea have been charged with numerous drug charges.
Maui Ethics Board to Take Over Kenoi Complaints
The County of Hawai’i Board of Ethics is the latest county agency to step away from the investigation of Mayor Billy Kenoi’s p-card spending.
Governor Announces Nominees to Lead DLIR and OIMT
Gov. Ige has announced his nomination of Linda Chu Takayama to lead the DLIR and Todd Nacapuy as the state’s chief information officer for OIMT.
HPA Accepting Registration for Summer Programs
Find out about the full line-up of Summer programs offered by HPA and how to sign up.
State Seeking Feedback for 2015 Outdoor Recreation Plan
Five-year strategic plan identifies top priorities as operation and maintenance of recreation facilities, ocean recreation, and sports fields.
Tobacco Quitline Partners with Safeway
The Hawai’i Tobacco Quitline recently partnered with all ten Safeway pharmacies in the state to provide additional support to those who wish to quit smoking.
Makai Watch Program Training Series
Makai Watch, now an official Department of Land and Natural Resources program, will hold a Big Island training session in May.
DOE: Meal Prices to Increase Next School Year
The Hawai’i Department of Education announced Tuesday that breakfast and lunch prices will increase for the 2015-16 school year.
