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HPD Warns of Telephone ‘Spoofing’ Scam
The Hawaiʻi Police Department (HPD) issued a release on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019, warning island residents of a new scam.
Homebuying Support Program Expands to UH Employees
UH announced a new down payment assistance program with Landed on Sept. 10 that aims to help UH faculty and staff buy homes in Hawaiʻi.
Vegan Ice Cream Fools a Farm Girl
Oh, Hilo, you are in for a treat—a frozen one to cool you off in the summer heat. Hawaiian Licks features vegan ice cream and frankly, it’s amazing.
HPD Hunts for Sexual Assault Suspect
HPD is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect who is wanted for questioning in connection to a sexual assault investigation.
Uncle Robert’s Reopens, With Warnings
The popular Kalapana Night Market at Uncles Awa Club in Pāhoa told Big Island News it was shutting its doors indefinitely on Aug. 21, 2019.
Company Introduces QR Codes for Kona Coffee
An organic coffee producer on Hawai‘i Island, Hala Tree Coffee, announced it will employ technology to try and bring some clarity to Kona Coffee labeling.
Hawai‘i County Council Passes Eruption Recovery Resolutions
The Hawai‘i County Council passed three resolutions this week relating to recovery from the 2018 Kīlauea eruption.
Mauna Spending Continues to Rise
Hawai‘i County spending continues to rise as the protest of the TMT construction on Mauna Kea stretches into its seventh week.
Big Island Offers ‘Stellar’ After-School Programs
With back-to-school well underway, parents of new middle or intermediate school students may be wondering where their kids can go at the end of the day.
State Removes Mauna Kea Structure for Safety Reasons; Two Arrests Made
The State of Hawai‘i will begin removing a structure on Friday, Sept. 6, 2019, that was unlawfully constructed on Department of Hawaiian Home Lands property.
Wind Advisory in Effect for Leeward Kohala
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Wind Advisory, which is in effect from 9 a.m. this morning to 9 a.m. Sunday.
Sen. Inouye Says TMT Protest ‘Destructive, Lawless’
Sen. Inouye didn’t mince words on the topic of TMT and Maunakea. She chastised her colleagues, calling protestors’ actions “destructive” and “lawless.”
Upped Traffic Enforcement on Maunakea
Police assigned to the TMT protestor encampment on Mauna Kea Access Road continue increased traffic enforcement efforts on Daniel K. Inouye Highway.
DAY 6: Volunteers Needed in Search for Kyle Brittain
Kyle’s father, Steve Brittain, a long-time Hawai‘i County resident, is asking for volunteers to help bring Kyle home.
Q&A Meeting to Explore Lloyd’s of London Class Action Litigation Settlement
Attorney Jeffrey E. Foster will hold a free town hall meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, about the recently announced Lloyd’s of London class action settlement in New Jersey.
Man Wanted in Connection With Abuse Case
The Hawai’i Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 37-year-old Irvin Tysen Agres of Hilo.
Couple Charged With Break-In, Theft
A four-month investigation into a break-in and stolen truck has concluded in the arrest of a Honokaʻa couple, according to the Hawai‘i Police Department press.
Teams Hit Ravines in Search for Lost Hiker
Hawai‘i County Search and Rescue continue to look for missing 27-year-old Kyle Brittain, who was last seen early on the morning of Friday, Aug. 30, 2019.
Secondary TMT Site Offers Problems of its Own
With TMT’s main location on Maunakea, the subject of much protest, the secondary location for the project is now being looked at with serious consideration.
HPD Arrests 20 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Aug. 26 through Sept. 1, 2019, the Hawaiʻi Police Department (HPD) arrested 20 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
