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OPINION: Councilwoman Ford’s Extreme Approach to GMOs
Like a clumsy bull charging into the middle of an 18th century duel between gentlemen, Councilwoman Brenda Ford has vaulted herself in between the various adversaries in Hawaii’s GMO fight.
UPDATE: Suspect Charged after Vehicle Collision, Gunfire in Puna
Peter Lopes Jr., 45, of Hawaiian Beaches was charged with 9 offenses after fleeing a vehicle collision and discharging a firearm.
UPDATE: Police Release Woman Arrested in Puna Murder
Manaolanalani Benford, 27, of Pāhoa was released after being arrested in connection with the stabbing of a 42-year-old man Wednesday night.
6 Miles To Go – Schatz Pushes for Saddle Rd Completion
Connecting the $290 million highway to Hilo depends in part on the Hawai`i congressional delegation’s ability to secure a $50 million federal grant.
Officer Hurt in Booby-Trapped Pot Patch
A law enforcement officer suffered puncture wounds when he stepped on a booby tap made of nails in a Fern Forest marijuana patch.
Tourist Dies After Shark Attack on Maui
Jana Lutteropp, 20, from Germany, who had her arm severed in a shark attack incident at Maui’s Palauea Beach (“White Rock”) last week, died today.
Study Initiated After Spike in Shark Attacks in Hawaii
Study comes amid a series of attacks and sightings on Maui and the Big Island, and a surge in incidents worldwide.
Pacific Biodiesel Begins Harvest of Puna-Grown Jatropha Seeds
The seeds are being grown as part of a federally funded partnership with the military.
BLOG: Vet with Government Cover-up Complaints Dies in Fire
“Bill Hachmeister visited reporters with tales of official abuse, dereliction and coverup. There was this constant pleading for help… for which we in the press did not give him comfort.”
Two Pan Christies’ Bid for Religious Defense
Co-defendants say the ministry set up an express line to boost sales.
UPDATE: “Puna Pono” Protesters Meet with HELCO President
Hundreds of protesters converged on utility’s Hilo headquarters today to protest the company’s geothermal policies, where organizers met with HELCO President Jay Ignacio.
UPDATE: Victim Identified in Pohoiki Shark Attack
Jimmy “Ulu Boy” Napeahiwas was reportedly surfing at “Dead Trees” when he was attacked from behind by an 8-foot shark.
Army to Build $29 Million “Battle Course” at Pohakuloa
New tactical training area for infantry and Stryker brigades could add 158 new live-fire exercises per year, use millions of ammunition rounds.
New UH-Hilo Dormitory Opening August 19
New facility is the first student housing project to be built since 1989.
Forecasters Tracking Trio of Weather Systems in Central Pacific
Tropical Storm “Pewa” is the first cyclone to develop in the Central North Pacific Basin this year.
EPA Issues Pesticide Labeling Requirements to Protect Honeybees
The new rules come as the Hawai`i honeybee population struggles to recover. Meanwhile, the EU is implementing a continent-wide ban on “neonicotinoids.”
Puna Man Arrested for Murdering Wife Five Years Ago
In 2008, Alexander Gambsky had told Hawai`i Police investigators his wife may have left him due to an affair he had with a co-worker.
Two Die in Hilo House Fire
Two people were found dead inside of a home after fire personnel extinguished a blaze off Wainaku Street in Hilo.
State Plans Agricultural Development at Kulani Prison
The state is seeking to turn the area surrounding Kulani Correctional Facility into an educational environment for inmates.
