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Effort to Resolve Health Care Shortage Expands to Congress
While state efforts are already underway, Hawaii’s congressional delegation introduces legislation to boost health care on the neighbor islands.
US, Hawaii Flags at Half-Staff Until Sunset Saturday
The move is out of respect for the victims in the bombings Monday at the Boston Marathon.
OPINION: Sen. Hirono vs the Xenophobes
To boost tourism from Asia, the first term senator must battle cultural paranoia in Washington.
Big Island Runners Ryan, Perry Safe After Boston Marathon Explosion
Two marathon runners from the Big Island are OK following a pair of explosions near the Boston Marathon finish line.
Another Record Temperature Set Sunday in Hilo
The thermometer hit 87 degrees at Hilo’s airport, two degrees warmer than the previous record for April 14.
Midnight Collections Tonight at Three Big Isle Post Offices
The post offices will have specially marked boxes or drop-off slots for last-minute income tax filers.
Governor Releases $7.5M for Lanakila Homes Renovations
The 50-year-old affordable rental complex has sat empty for more than a decade.
Project to Expand Kawaihae Small Boat Berthings Set for June
A new floating dock 445 feet long will add 25 new berthing stalls.
Hawaii Nui Brewing Seeks Bankruptcy Protection
Hilo-based Hawaii Nui Brewing, makers of Mehana and Hawaii Nui beer brands, has filed for bankruptcy.
Boy Rescued From Steam Crack Near Park Headquarters
The boy who fell 25 feet sustained only minor injuries.
Dorrance Scholars First in Family to Attend College
The program is credited with boosting graduation rates for first-generation college students.
‘I Hate Hamlet’ Coming to the Aloha Theatre
Shakespeare lovers (and haters) rejoice. Paul Rudnick’s Broadway comedy hits the Big Island this weekend.
State Seeking Input on Placement of Hilo Bay Mooring Buoys
Officials said surveys of Blonde Reef indicated the need for day-use moorings in the bay.
‘Red Road’ Losing Its Namesake Hue
The final stretch of the picturesque coastal roadway is getting a new layer of darker asphalt.
Senate Approves PLDC Bill; Decision Reverts to House
The House must now decide whether it agrees with the Senate’s amendment to the bill related to the disposition of its appropriations.
South Kohala Vacation Home Damaged by Fire
Fire investigators are trying to determine the cause of the fire at the rental home at Mauna Kea Fairways South.
From Record Cool to Record Hot — in Five Days
Less than a week after a record low temperature was set at Hilo’s airport a new record — this time a high — was set on Sunday.
Big Isle Home Prices Rose Last Month
The median price of Hawaii Island homes rose last month compared to the same month last year, while condo prices remained nearly the same.
Hawai‘i’s ‘Mushroom Man’ to Present Lyman Museum Lecture
UH Biologist Don Hemmes explains how to identify what’s deadly, what’s yummy, and more on Sunday, April 7.
