West Hawaii News
Kona Teenager Missing Since May 27
Police said Reina Aldorasi may be in the area of Hawaiian Ocean View Estates.
Abercrombie Identifies Nine Bills as Candidates for Vetoes
The measures deal with such subjects as feral birds, election of members of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and drug offense sentencing.
New Law Expands Preschool Opportunities for Hawaii Keiki
It creates the Preschool Open Doors Program which is aimed at improving physical, language, social and other skills for children before they enter kindergarten.
Power Outages Set for North Kohala Wednesday, Thursday Nights
Hawaii Electric Light Co. said the two outages set for 8 p.m. until 5 a.m. the following morning are needed to upgrade equipment.
Damage From Bathroom Fire Estimated at $10,000
The fire may have been caused by an appliance plugged into a powerstrip near a sink, a fire department spokesman said.
Police Chief Critical of Newspapers’ Error
Chief Harry Kubojiri said that the mistaken reporting of three-year-old data unfairly portrayed the police department in a negative light.
Police Release June 21 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Ordnance Sweep Completed in Waimea Subdivision
Three pieces of non-explosive munition debris were found this week in the Sandalwood subdivision.
Kekaha Kai State Park to Reopen Today
The site of a shark attack on Tuesday, the beach park was to be reopened after a helicopter overflight this morning showed no sharks in the area.
Missing Pahoa Teenager Located
Kai`ini Nihoa, who had last been seen Saturday night in South Kohala, was located today in Pahoa.
Attack Victim: ‘I Never Saw the Shark’
The former New Jersey resident said he at first thought friends were messing around with him.
Hawaiian Cultural Festival Next Weekend in South Kona
Canoe rides and cultural exhibits will be on tap at Pu`uhonua o Honaunau National Historic Park, also known as “City of Refuge.”
UPDATE: More Sharks Spotted, Kona Park Remains Closed
Kekaka Kai State Park in Kona will remain closed today after a flyover spotted some reef sharks in the area.
Chrysler Reverses Position, Will Recall 2.7M Jeeps
The recall averts a possible court showdown with federal regulators over concerns about gas tank fires resulting from rear-end collisions.
Schatz Asks TSA to Expand PreCheck to Interisland Flights
The expedited checkpoint screening allows certain frequent flyers to keep their shoes and belts on, and their laptops in their bags.
‘Pollinator Week’ Designated; Beekeeping Bill Signed
The role of bees and other pollinators is being recognized both in Hawaii and nationally.
Pahoa Girl, 15, Missing Since Saturday
Police said Kai`ini Nihoa was last seen at Spencer Beach Park in South Kohala.
New Civil Defense Chief Could Be Existing One
Former Fire Chief Darryl Oliveira, who has been filling the post under short-term contracts, said he will be applying for the permanent position.
Mayor and Family Visiting Japan for Relative’s Birthday
Mayor Billy Kenoi is taking a vacation with his family to celebrate the 90th birthday of the children’s great-grandmother.
Chief of Police PromotesThree to Captain
The districts of Kona and Ka`u, as well as the Criminal Intelligence Unit, will all have new people in charge.
