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Funding Aimed at Retaining Doctors on Big Island
The $1.8 million approved by state lawmakers earlier this year will fund post-medical school training at a Hilo clinic.
Park Events Latest Casualties of Government Shutdown
The cancelled Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park concert and hike are among the local impacts from the impasse in Congress.
Changes to Vehicle Safety Inspections Labeled ‘Brutal’
The program has been described as a “charity” as inspectors propose fees be raised $25 to $50 per inspection, exacerbated by the state’s plan to computerize the process starting Nov. 1.
Prater Looks to Put Everything Together at Saturday’s Ironman
Kevin Prater, who moved to Kailua-Kona in 2009, continues to improve in running and swimming as he prepares for his first Ironman World Championship.
Building Blocks for Earth-Like Planets Found Around Dying Star
Astronomers say for the first time they have found the key ingredients for a habitable planet — rock and water together — outside of our solar system.
Foundation Installing More Life-Saving ‘Rescue Tubes’
The Alex & Duke De Rego Foundation is installing the equipment at beaches ranging from Kona to Hamakua.
‘Walk a Mile’ Awareness-Raising Events This Month
The events, which include two in Hilo and one in Kona, help raise awareness about gender violence in the community.
ANALYSIS: Pay in Hawai`i, By the Numbers
We examine which jobs win and lose in Hawai`i, as well as surprisingly obscure occupations that pay well.
Health Officials Urge Public to Avoid Dietary Supplement
The state and the CDC are investigating cases of acute liver failure in Hawaii that so far have resulted in two liver transplants and one death.
State, County Oppose Naniloa Lease Request
Problems at the Hilo resort range from financial to building and fire code violations that the county says present threats to public safety.
Single-Family Home Sales Make Big Gains
Big Island home and condominium sales make strong gains in September while sale prices climb.
Telescopes Big and Small Aid Asteroid Research
The combined observing power of major astronomical players like Keck and Gemini and amateurs in Europe are providing clues about the solar system’s origins.
VIDEO: Coast Guard Drops Medical Supplies to Cruise Ship
The blood and transfusion equipment was dropped to the Oosterdam located northeast of Hawaii.
HI-SEAS to Host New NASA Studies on Mauna Loa
Following studies of astronaut food, the latest research will focus on group dynamics and other aspects of long-duration confinement.
Forum in Kona Next Week on ACA Health Care Plans
The forum featuring key officials in the Affordable Care Act in Hawaii will be held on Oct. 15 in the Old Airport Pavilion.
Alae Street Home Heavily Damaged by Kitchen Fire
Firefighters arriving at the Hilo home found heavy smoke and flames emanating from the kitchen.
Defense Propels Hilo to Sixth Straight Victory
Hilo’s defense held Konawaena’s inconsistent rushing attack to -4 yards and scored the game winning touchdown in the road victory.
Rat Lungworm Disease Target of Multi-Pronged Research
The targets of Sue Jarvi’s research includes diagnosis and prevention of the disease, as well as education about the threat it poses.
ANALYSIS: Naniloa – Local Crisis, Mainland Asset (Part 2 of 2)
While accusations mount over who is to blame for the Naniloa’s present state, the fate of the hotel rests in the hands of a North Carolina-based bank.
Pahoa Man Held on $140,000 Bail in June Incident
Michael Dwayne Carvalho, 26, is accused of holding a Kalapana man at knifepoint, assaulting him and attempting to steal his vehicle.
