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Hawaiian Electric Proposes Renewable Energy Program
Hawaiian Electric Companies proposed a Community-Based Renewable Energy program to the Hawai’i Public Utilities Commission on Thursday.
Trade Winds Today, Weekend Forecast Uncertain
A disturbance high in the atmosphere and a tropical system could possibly combine to produce an extended period of wet weather starting as early as Saturday…
SSW Lingers, New NNE Builds Overnight
Our current south-southwest swell is expected to linger. Meanwhile, models continue to show a couple of tropical systems flaring up…
County HI-5 Beverage Recyling Services Expand
Big Island residents now have expanded options for HI-5 beverage recycling.
Police Investigate Honoka’a Pool Theft
Thieves took $4,500 worth of items from the public swimming pool, including an AED machine that is valued at $3,000.
Traffic Signal Maintenance Rescheduled
Traffic signal maintenance that was initially scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 20, has been rescheduled for Sunday, Oct. 4.
October Marks Cyber Security Awareness Month
October has been proclaimed “Cyber Security Awareness Month” in the State of Hawai’i, coinciding with National Cyber Security Awareness Month.
NWHI Expedition Turns Up Large Rates of Unique Species
Among the species of marine life observed were some that had never been seen before, including a possible new species of seahorse and a sea star.
HFD Suspends Fisherman Search After One-Day Extension
The Hawai’i County Fire Department has suspended its search for a missing fisherman after extending the search for another day, per family request.
New Swells Expected from NE and SSW
A new modest south-southwest swell is expected to move in Thursday and Friday. Trade winds will continue to generate short-period surf along east facing shores…
Disturbance Possible This Weekend
The weather models are all showing some type of development but they differ on placement, strength and track at this time. Uncertainty…
DOI Governance Proposal Receives Mixed Reactions
One day after the DOI announced its Native Hawaiian governance proposal, questions about the validity of the proposal remain.
Lālāmilo Wind Farm to Save $1M Yearly
The wind farm will be constructed in South Kohala and consist of five wind turbines that will produce a total of 3.3 megawatts of power.
HPD Warns Against Overdue Electric Bill Scam
The Hawai’i Police Department is warning the public about a telephone scam after a Hilo business received a call about an overdue bill.
HPD: Apparent Drowning Cause of Hilo Bay Death
An autopsy has been completed on a man who was found face down 15 yards offshore in Hilo Bay last week.
Legislation Looks to Raise Tobacco Sale Age Nationally
Hawai’i became the first state in the country to raise its minimum tobacco age of sale to 21 earlier this year. Now, the Tobacco to 21 Act seeks to change the age limit nationwide.
UPDATE: Family Request Extends Search for Missing Fisherman
The search for a fisherman who was swept off the rocks at Kaloli Point on Saturday has been extended.
Possible Tropical Cyclone Development for the Weekend
By Friday, weather models are showing a disturbance digging northeast of the islands, with a possible tropical system forming to the southwest as well…
Trade Swell Expected to Peak Today
Small SSW swell is expected to continue today. Another new minor south-southwest swell is expected to move in Thursday….
