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Roadwork to Impact Traffic on Major North Hawai‘i Thoroughfares Next Week
Motorists should expect delays during the roadwork.
DHHL Extends Rental Assistance Program
Since its inception through Aug. 9, 2020, the program has assisted 63 native Hawaiians currently on the DHHL Applicant Waiting List and three UI Lessees. In total, the households have included 136 adults and 101 minors.
Hawai‘i Reports 2 New Coronavirus-Related Deaths For Second Consecutive Day
The Hawai‘i Department of Health on Wednesday reported 236 new cases of COVID-19 across all islands, bringing the statewide total to 5,844.
County to Close Waipi‘o Valley Public Access
Statehood Day holiday weekend approaches Friday, the public is reminded to continue practicing preventive measures such as wearing face masks, observing social distancing, and focusing on hand hygiene.
Alternating Lane Closure in North Kohala for Water Service Installation
An alternating one-lane closure is scheduled for Aug. 25 on Hawī Road (Highway 250) to install a new water service.
E. Hawaiʻi Health Clinic, W.H. Shipman Partner to Expand Keaʻau Healthcare Services
Hilo Medical Center’s network of primary care and specialty clinics, now known as the East Hawaiʻi Health Clinics is expanding to Keaʻau in a partnership with W.H. Shipman, Limited.
Supreme Court Requests List of Non-Violent Inmates for Possible Release Statewide
The Hawai‘i Supreme Court is requesting a list of all inmates who qualify for an expedited release from the Public Safety Department’s correctional facilities statewide.
DOH Ramps Up Contact Tracing Numbers, Efforts on All Islands
As cases of COVID-19 continue to rise across Hawai‘i, contact tracing is becoming increasingly important to curb the surge and avoid the reappearance of social restrictions on neighbor islands in the same way they’ve returned to O‘ahu.
Prosecutors, OPD Review List of HCCC Inmates Eligible for Release
Hawai‘i County’s Office of the Prosecuting Attorney and Kona Public Defender’s Office are looking at ways to reduce prisoner population at the Big Island jail.
State Will Not Detonate UXO Off Molokini Crater
There are no plans to detonate-in-place two WWII-era munitions resting in waters near the crater.
DOH Reports 42nd COVID-Related Death, 261 New Cases Wednesday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health on Wednesday reported the state’s 42nd coronavirus-related death, along with another 261 new cases of COVID-19 across all islands.
KCRA to Distribute $900K in Food Relief to Furloughed Staff
KCRA was awarded $900,000 in federal coronavirus relief funds from the County of Hawai‘i to distribute food packages to nearly 5,000 furloughed employees in the hospitality industry.
DOH Starts Media Campaign to Educate Public on Dangers of COVID-19
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) launched the first phase of a new statewide educational campaign today as part of a comprehensive, multi-pronged solution to address the sustained number of COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i.
Community Donations Provide School Supplies for Homeless Keiki
More than 400 homeless children on the Big Island started the 2020-21 school year new backpacks, supplies and more with help from local nonprofit organizations.
34 More OCCC Inmates Diagnosed with COVID-19
The number of O‘ahu Community Correctional Center (OCCC) inmates diagnosed with COVID-19 now exceeds 200, with 34 new cases reported today among prisoners and four among staff.
Tourism Return Delayed Again, as O‘ahu Reinstates Restrictions
Mayor Kirk Caldwell said beginning at midnight Wednesday, Aug. 19, no social gatherings of more than five people will be allowed indoors or outdoors anywhere in Honolulu County. Neighbor islands are not subject to the rule.
County Supports Water Quality, Circulation Study in Hilo Bay
Hilo Bay’s existing breakwater, while protecting the harbor, inhibits the beneficial circulation of the water and limits marine life.
Water Quality Advisory Canceled for Magic Sands
Water sample testing results show that the enterococci levels no longer exceed the threshold level.
DOH Reports 134 New Coronavirus Cases, 1 New Death
The Hawai‘i Department of Health on Tuesday reported 134 new cases of COVID-19 across all islands, bringing the statewide total to 5,349. One new virus-related death was also reported.
