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Aid Sought for Typhoon-Ravaged Sister City in Japan
Typhoon Wipha killed 32 people and destroyed nearly 300 homes on Ohshima Island, which has had a sister-city relationship with Hawai`i County since 1962.
Daylight Saving Time Ending Sunday on Mainland
The shift is not observed in Hawaii, but can affect the timing of telephone calls to friends, relatives or businesses on the mainland US.
Police Release Nov. 1 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Arbor Day Plant Sale Friday in Hilo, Waimea
The sales of both native and non-native plants will be held at Division of Forestry and Wildlife baseyards from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Airlines Can Allow More Use of Electronic Devices
The Federal Aviation Administration said with the airlines’ cooperation, devices can be used from gate to gate in airplane mode.
Friday is Black & White Night in Hilo
Downtown Hilo’s 13th annual Black & White Night will take place this Friday, Nov. 1, 5-9 p.m.
Same-Sex Marriage Bill Moves Over to House
Expecting another marathon session of testimony, House leadership today indicated Thursday’s hearing will run until midnight, and may be continued Friday.
Keck Helps in Discovery of First Earth-Sized, Rocky Exoplanet
The planet located 400 light years from Earth is one of a group of “ultrashort period” planets which orbit extremely closely to their stars.
Hard Landing of Medivac Chopper in Kona Injures One
The FAA said the AS350 helicopter registered to a Utah-based company received substantial damage in the incident.
15 Big Island Species Declared Endangered
They include 13 plants, a picture-wing fly and an anchialine pool shrimp, which is the first of its kind to make the Endangered Species Act list.
Motorcycle Safety Course Offered After Six-Year Absence
The three-day course includes motorcycles and helmets for participants, and provides a waiver from the licensing skill test for those who complete it
ANALYSIS: Obamacare Explained – Part 1 – Yes, It’s Mandatory
Regardless of where you stand politically, Obamacare may have the power to help or hurt your bottom line.
UPDATE: Same-Sex Marriage Bill Passes Committee 5-2
Senate Bill 1 now goes before the full Senate for a vote; if approved, it will then go before a joint hearing of two House committees on Thursday.
New Vehicle Safety Inspections Start Friday
The computer-based system is designed to be more efficient in maintaining records and to combat fraud in the safety sticker program.
Hilo Family Medicine Residency Program Accredited
The program designed to increase the number of Big Island doctors has received a critical approval that goes into effect next year.
Hilo Community Players Celebrate 75th Year
The UH Hilo Performing Arts Department and Hilo Community Players are presenting The Spoon River Project to celebrate the Players’ 75th Anniversary.
Hilo’s Wong Makes History – the Wrong Kind – in World Series Loss
The Hilo native was picked off of first base with two out in the bottom of the ninth and his team trailing 4-2.
Senate Committee to Consider Gay-Marriage Bill Monday
The meeting will follow the convening of the special session of the Legislature requested by Gov. Neil Abercrombie.
County Distributes Safety-First Trick-or-Treat Bags
The bags are reflective and imprinted with safety tips; the county also needs help identifying malfunctioning street lights.
Most Irresistible Shop Sold After 37 Years
Tracie Yoshimoto, who shopped at the Most Irresistible Shop with her mom when she was a kid, has purchased the business from its founder and long-time Hilo businesswoman Sally Mermel.
