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Cat feces suspected in death of a nēnē gosling found in Hilo park
“This tragic incident highlights the problem of having feral cat colonies in areas that are known habitat for endangered or threatened species,” said DLNR Chair Dawn Chang. April 23, 2024 · 12:57pmAdult Coconut Rhinoceros beetles caught in traps set out in Waikōloa
The first adult beetle collected last week was caught in a camera trap at the Hawaiian Earth Recycling facility near the West Hawai‘i Sanitary Landfill.News Waikōloa restaurant ordered to shut down after state inspection reveals rodent…
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Waikōloa restaurant reopens after getting a red placard for a rodent infestation and more
The restaurant was shut down on April 19 when a state inspection revealed an active rodent infestation, contaminated food products and unsanitary conditions within the facility.
Adult Coconut Rhinoceros beetles caught in traps set out in Waikōloa
The first adult beetle collected last week was caught in a camera trap at the Hawaiian Earth Recycling facility near the West Hawai‘i Sanitary Landfill.
Cat feces suspected in death of a nēnē gosling found in Hilo park
“This tragic incident highlights the problem of having feral cat colonies in areas that are known habitat for endangered or threatened species,” said DLNR Chair Dawn Chang.
Temporary closure of areas surrounding Mauna Kea scheduled for ungulate animal control
The removal of sheep, goats and mouflon is needed to protect the habitat for the native Hawaiian bird Palila.
State partners with DEA for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Anyone with expired or unused medications is encouraged to bring them to the collection sites located on Oʻahu, Maui, Kauaʻi and Hawaiʻi island on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Waikōloa restaurant ordered to shut down after state inspection reveals rodent infestation, unsanitary conditions
The Hawai‘i Department of Health Food Safety Branch issued a red “Closed” placard and immediately shut down Ocean Club at Haliʻi Kai on April 19 due to an active rodent infestation, contaminated food products and unsanitary conditions within the facility.
More than $62M heading to Hawai‘i to deliver solar power to homes
The grant from the Environmental Protection Agency will provide solar power to low-income households across the state.
Keiki islandwide participate in annual Heluhelu Quiz Bowl in Waimea
The quiz bowl was based on 30 award-winning middle grade books they have been reading over the past school year.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 18-24: Bruddah Kunz Youth Jamm, Springtime Showstoppers, Laupāhoehoe Music Festival and more
Other events during the next week include a journey to the World of Trolls, mocktails and talking story at the Kona library and a festival dedicated to all things cannabis.
Shaka documentary to debut at film festival in Los Angeles
The producer/writer of the film said his initial goal was to produce a 20-minute short for classroom use but the story turned out to be bigger than anyone could have imagined.
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Several events during the next week also invite island residents and visitors alike to strut their stuff on the dance floor to a variety of music, including swing, funk, Motown and more.
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Coconut Rhinoceros Beetles found in Waikoloa on Hawaiʻi Island
Three live adult coconut rhinoceros beetles (CRB) have been detected in traps in the Waikoloa area on Hawai‘i Island. The captures during the past week were the first detections of adult CRB on the island since six grubs (larvae) were found in October 2023, in a decaying palm tree by a resident in Waikoloa Village.
DLNR: Death of nēnē gosling in Hilo Park points to disease carried by feral cats
Toxoplasmosis, an infection spread only in the feces of feral cats, is likely what killed a nēnē gosling last month in Liliʻuokalani Park and Gardens on Hawaiʻi Island, according to the state Department of Land and Natural Resources. The DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife sent the diseased bird to the United States Geological Survey’s […]
Hawaiian Electric utility work to impact traffic on Dairy Road in Kahului, April 30-May 1
To ensure reliable service, maintenance work at the base of two utility poles will impact area traffic along Dairy Road fronting the Maui Marketplace in Kahului on Tuesday, April 30, Wednesday, May 1, and Thursday, May 2, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. No service interruptions are planned for this work.
Six Maui students awarded $1K academic scholarships by Josh and Souk Jerman Foundation
Six Maui County high school seniors have been awarded $1,000 each by the Josh and Souk Jerman Foundation Scholarship program.
Kahului Harbor cleanup planned on May 2-3; includes removal of vehicles on May 6
Fifty-four trucks and cars, many inoperable, will be towed from the state’s Kahului Harbor on May 6, state officials announced. A team from the state Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation, and officers from the DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement placed notices on each of the vehicles on Monday.
The notices warn owners that their car or truck is parked illegally in a state boating facility, which is a violation of one or more laws under Hawai‘i Administrative Rules. During yesterday’s posting, 27 people were also advised that the state and a contractor would be cleaning up the harbor on May 2 and 3.
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Road closure scheduled for debris removal following recent flooding on Garden Isle
The closure starts Wednesday and will go till Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a break from 11 a.m. to noon, weather permitting.
Portion of Kalena Park to close for construction
Work includes a playground replacement, replacing the chain link fence with concrete ball barriers and adding parking stops.
Lifeguard shifts at select Kaua‘i beaches to expand hours
Kaua‘i will be the first county to have these full-time extended hours of coverage for its entire Ocean Safety Bureau program.