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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.
Hawaiian Homes Will Remove Structure Near Kipuka Pu‘u Huluhulu
“Following a posted Noticed To Vacate, DHHL will remove the structure as soon as resources become available.”
Massive Tree Planting Project Aims to Make Hawai‘i Carbon Neutral
Carbon Neutrality Challenge project aims to make Hawaiʻi the first carbon-neutral state in the US.
UPDATE: Poorly Organized Tropical Depression Still Far South of Hawai‘i
A small, well-defined low-pressure system quickly developed late yesterday and early this morning over the far western portion of the eastern North Pacific.
BBB Warns of Hurricane Dorian Scams
Better Business Bureau (BBB) Hawai‘i is warning of scammers who may try to capitalize on the destruction left by Hurricane Dorian.
HELCO Works to Restore Power After Eruption
HELCO is currently working to reconnect 28 customers residing east of the Puna Geothermal Venture (PGV) facility.
Missing: Kyle Brittain, 27, Hilo
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 27-year-old Kyle Brittain who is reported as missing.
Female Suspect Charged With Slew of Crimes
The Hawai‘i Police Department (HPD) has arrested and charged a Puna woman with a slew of crimes following a robbery in Honoka‘a on Friday, Aug. 30, 2019.
VIDEO: Hiker Still Missing; Family Requests Help
Kyle Brittain was last seen Friday morning at the Waipio Valley Lookout. He asked for directions to the nearest restroom and hasn’t been heard from since.
HDOT, Attorney Gen. Update Status of Mauna Kea Access Road, DKI Hwy.
“The public is reminded that Mauna Kea Access Road is a public road controlled by DOT and that the current blockade is unlawful.”
Just the 2 of Us Serves Up Southern Cuisine
Just the 2 of Us Southern Cuisine opened the doors to their new brick and mortar location and comfort food lovers couldn’t be happier.
Hawai‘i Island Weekend Road Closures, Aug. 30–Sept. 1
The State of Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation has announced the following temporary lane closures through Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019.
Hilina Fault System, Large Earthquakes Linked
Scientists recently reanalyzed deformation data on Kīlauea’s south flank and found that only a few isolated portions of the Hilina fault system moved.
Ex-Cop Gets Probation for Child Sex Assaults
Teddy O. Van Lerberghe, 45, was charged in 2017 with seven counts of sexual assault of a 5-year-old between the years of 2004 and 2008.
