News
Public Invited to Attend Annual Symposium at NELHA
The public is invited to attend the 10th Ocean Energy and Economic Development Symposium and Workshop later this week at NELHA.
HPD: Puna’s Monthly Crime Report Released
In October, Kea‘au had the most reported thefts in the Puna District with police responding to 30 incidents.
Expert to Speak to Public on Sunscreen Pollution
Experts have continued to express concern over the coral reefs and the dangers sunscreen and other personal care products might have on Hawai‘i’s coastal environments.
77 Schools Awarded Money Through KTA Program
Over the summer months, KTA shoppers had the opportunity to donate to a school of their choice during checkout as part of the store’s annual Kōkua i Nā Kula Program.
Convoys, training scheduled at PTA
US Army units from O‘ahu are scheduled to conduct training activities at Pōhakuloa Training area next week.
Felon Gets 13 Years for Drugs, Firearms
Court documents and information presented during the case indicated that on March 4, 2019, Ancho crashed his vehicle minutes after fleeing a traffic stop.
Two Big Island Areas Short on October Rain
Rainfall totals for 2019 through the end of October were near to above average at most of the rain gauges on the Big Island.
Kona Sanctuary Offers Home, Rehab to Exotic Animals
The Three Ring Exotic Ranch Animal Sanctuary recently welcomed six new faces to its grounds, offering further proof to the adage that good things come in pairs.
Space Squadron Destined for Kaua‘i
The unit will also support 88 new Hawai‘i Air National Guard positions, including 29 full-time positions and 59 part-time, drill-status positions.
HFD Rescues Man Who Fell Down Obscured Shaft
The victim’s condition was unknown as of 2:30 p.m. Monday.
Small Craft Advisory
A small craft advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots and/or seas 10 feet or greater are expected to produce conditions hazardous to small craft.
Gas Prices Down This Week, Month and Year
Gas prices in Honolulu pressed slightly downward over the last week at a rate consistent with slightly falling pump prices across the country.
Hawaiian Airlines Flight Turns Back After Engine Concern
Hawaiian Airlines Flight 26 from Honolulu to Portland took to the air at approximately 2 p.m. Sunday, carrying 189 passengers and seven crew.
OHA Grant to Support Hawaiian Trades Academy
The Hawaiian Trades Academy is designed to help prepare and situate Native Hawaiians in trade industries.
Hawaiian Kingdom Independence Day Celebration
ʻAha Kānaka Moku o Keawe is hosting a free and public educational seminar in celebration of Lā Kūʻokoʻa, the Hawaiian Kingdom Independence Day.
Small Craft Advisory
A small craft advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots and/or seas 10 feet or greater are expected to produce conditions hazardous to small craft.
UH Hilo Educator Wins Indigenous Teacher Award
Alencastre was recognized for her life work that focuses on the re-establishment of Hawaiian as the primary language of the family and education.
September Vacation Rental Performance Report
Between 2017 and 2018, vacation rental use in Hawai‘i grew by 22.9%, from 937,980 to 1,152,846, and represented 11.8% of visitor arrivals in 2018.
Bill to Help Schools Educating Military Families
The bill directs DoD to evaluate the unmet renovation, repair and expansion needs of schools that serve children of US military personnel and federal employees.
