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State Recommends 15-Knot Speed Limit Around Whales, Other Safety Measures
Years of research by Pacific Whale Foundation, NOAA, and the state has prompted a new set of voluntary recommendations for boaters operating around humpback whales.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled Along Ponahawai Street in Hilo
Residents along Ponahawai Street, between Komohana Street and Kapi‘olani Street, including all side roads and lanes, in Hilo are being notified that their water service could be affected by an upcoming test.
Hilo Woman Faces Burglary Charge
A Hilo woman is facing charges of burglary in connection to an incident that occurred at an Alu Street residence on Friday, Feb. 11.
Hilo Affordable Housing Project Moves Forward Despite Questions
A proposed affordable housing development in Hilo is one step closer to fruition after the Hawai‘i County Council on Wednesday approved the second and final reading of a bill that changes the use for the property where the project is planned.
Big Island Food Basket Receives Donation From Kaiser For New Program
Kaiser Permanente Hawai‘i has awarded grants totaling $122,100 to three vital community organizations, including the Food Basket of Hawai‘i on the Big Island.
498 New Cases Reported Monday
The state Department of Health reported 498 new COVID-19 cases Monday, bringing the statewide total to 232,008. No new fatalities were reported.
Power Outage Reported in Umauma Area
Approximately 1,365 Hawaiian Electric customers are without power in the Umauma area as of 7:20 a.m.
Libraries to Observe Presidents Day Holiday
In observance of Presidents Day, all state public libraries and library support offices will be closed Feb. 19-21.
Feeling Chilly? You Should, But it’s Not Quite Record Cold Out There
It’s mid-February, so spring hasn’t quite sprung — there’s still at least a few more weeks of winter left. And people in East Hawai‘i are feeling the season.
Zonta Club Announces Open Applications For 2022 Awards, Scholarships
The Zonta Club of Hilo wants to support women in their career endeavors and is offering assistance through several different awards and scholarships.
The Greening of Wahiawā: UH Professor Turns Environmentally-Friendly Dream Into Reality
A University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa professor and several others recently lent a hand to a civic club on O’ahu in an effort to reforest the area surrounding a sacred monument.
Kaiser Offers Scholarships to Help Students Pursue Health Care Careers
Graduating Hawai’i high school seniors who want to pursue a career in the health care industry can get some help from Kaiser Permanente to further their education.
Hawaiʻi Phones Capture Data in Tonga Volcano Blast
The explosion of an volcano in mid-January in the island nation of Tonga was “heard” around the globe.
Benanua Named QNHCH Employee of The Year
Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital in Waimea recently honored a long-time employee with a special award.
State Reports 532 New COVID Cases Sunday
The state Department of Health reported 532 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 231,510. Four new fatalities were reported.
Kona Lawmakers Hosting Talk Story Session
Come talk about Big Island issues with Kona’s state and county representatives.
Navy Responds to Red Hill Controversy: We Will Continue to Comply With Probe
A day after Hawaii’s Congressional delegation announced plans to introduce legislation to shut down Red Hill, the Navy said it is complying with all investigative matters pertaining to the fuel leak that affected resident area drinking waters.
Kona Commons Hosts ‘Phases’ Night Market Feb. 18
Hana Like Home Market will hold its first “Phases” Night Market in Kona on Friday, Feb. 18 from 4-9 p.m. at Kona Commons Shopping Center.
11 Deaths, 740 New COVID Cases Reported Saturday
The state Department of Health reported 740 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 230,978. Eleven new fatalities were reported.
Hawai‘i Island Weekly Lane Closures: Feb.12-18
The state Department of Transportation announced its weekly land closures for the week of Feb. 12-18.
