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‘Kanaka Garden’ in Wailoa River State Recreation Area Removed
Early this morning officers from the DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement (DOCARE) stood watch as a crew from the DLNR Division of State Parks removed illegally planted taro and banana trees from the Wailoa River State Recreation Area.
Dome Fountain Occurring Within Halema‘uma‘u Lava Lake
Dome fountains with an estimated height of 16 feet have been occurring in recent days near the west vent feeding the Halema‘uma‘u lava lake.
N. Hawai‘i Community Hospital Offers COVID Vaccine to Various Healthcare Workers
Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital is now offering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination to all community healthcare providers and their staff members who work with patients.
Police Cite 1,000 For DUI Over Previous Year
There were 57 drivers arrested for driving under the influence of an intoxicant who were under the age of 21 in 2020.
Vaccination Hubs Open for Healthcare Workers
COVID-19 vaccination hubs help speed dosages to independent healthcare providers.
New Rent Relief Program Announced
The Rent Assistance and Mediation Program (RAMP) will provide assistance for Hawai‘i renters who have experienced a reduction in income or work hours.
HPD Seeks Public’s Help in Locating 13-Year-Old Runaway
Hawaiʻi police are asking for the public’s help in locating runaway Naturally Torres, who was last seen in Hawaiian Paradise Park on Jan. 5, 2021.
HVNP Releases January Flight Plans Schedule
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park released upcoming flight plans for January.
Puna Geothermal Venture Meetings Scheduled for Upcoming Year
Puna Geothermal Venture (PGV) has announced meeting dates for 2021. Its next virtual community meeting will be held Wednesday, Jan. 13 at 4 p.m. PGV, along with representatives of Hawaiian Electric Company and the County of Hawai‘i, will give updates and answer questions from the public. PGV also plans to hold meetings on the second […]
DOH Adds 10 to COVID-Related Death Tally
Hawai‘i’s two-week average has now increased to 140 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 3.5%.
Vaccine Distribution Started at Life Care Center in Hilo
Life Care Center of Hilo has begun the process of vaccinating their residents and associates with FDA-authorized COVID-19 vaccines.
Kona Man Charged With Several Offenses Following Domestic Incident
A Big Island man has been arrested for domestic abuse.
Healthcare Workers Islandwide Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19
More than 1,000 healthcare workers have received the first shot in the vaccine against COVID-19 with the second dose to be administered next week.
THC, Cocaine Use Rise in Second Half of 2020 Based on Workplace Testing
The THC positivity rate continues to trend above 3%.
2 Roth Cabinet Appointees Face Strong Opposition During County Committee Meetings
Two of Mayor Mitch Roth’s cabinet appointments were met with opposition from the community and County Council during committee meetings on Tuesday.
Cattle Rustling Reported in Waimea
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the police department immediately.
State, Hawaiian Sovereignty Activists Square Off at Wailoa State Park
The group, led by Gene Tamashiro and comprised of upwards of 75 individuals, began “occupying” a portion of the park Sunday.
Hawai‘i Vaccine Program Soon Available to Expanded Groups
People over 75 years of age will be able to register for the vaccine as early as next week via the online portal.
COVID Cases Reported at 124 Statewide Tuesday
Hawai‘i’s two-week average has now increased to 138 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 3.5%.
