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DOH Sponsors 2019 Suicide Prevention Statewide Conference
DOH & EMSIPSB, in partnership with the Prevent Suicide Hawai‘i Task Force (PSHTF), reports the 2019 Prevent Suicide Hawai‘i Statewide Conference.
Man Dies in Pāhoa Structure Fire
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Aholehole Street in the Pāhoa District of the Big Island on Monday, March 11, 2019, at 6:37 a.m.
Road Closure of Wainaku Street in Hilo for Pole Replacement
Hawaii Electric Light reports a road closure of Wainaku Street between Halaulani Place and Pua Lane in Hilo on Wednesday, March 13, 2019.
PHOTOS: 2019 Kona Brew Fest & Trash Fashion Show
Thousands of people attended the 24th annual Kona Brew Fest that was held on Saturday, March 9, 2019.
Obituary Notices: Week of March 10, 2019
May they rest in peace. Obituary notices for the week of March 10, 2019. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
CIP Funding Released for Kona Airport
Gov. David Ige has released the following Capital Improvement Project (CIP) funds improvements to the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole.
Healthy Food Donations Sought During Hilo Heart Walk
Hilo Heart Walk participants are asked to bring healthy food donations in support of the Kokua The Need campaign.
RN Martin Named NHCH Employee of the Year
Turner Martin, a registered nurse in the North Hawaii Community Hospital’s Medical-Surgical Department, has been named employee of the year.
Wind Advisory Cancelled; Small Craft Advisory in Effect
A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 p.m. HST MONDAY, MARCH 11.
Hawai‘i Island Road & Lane Closures, March 9–15
Temporary lane closures are scheduled Saturday through Friday, March 9 through 15, 2019.
Kona Diving Company Damaged in Blaze
Hawai‘i firefighters responded to reports of flames and heavy smoke coming from Kona Diving Company in Palm Terrace on Friday, March 8, 2019.
Kamehameha Schools Offers Early College Scholarship
Kamehameha Schools has teamed up with UH and the DOE to offer scholarships to students looking to earn college credits while attending high school.
Big Island Grown Dispensaries Grand Opening Set for March 9
Big Island Grown Dispensaries (B.I.G.), one of two medical cannabis companies on the Big Island, will open its Waimea location on Saturday, March 9.
MISSING: Cyrus K. Ua, 45, Hilo
Police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating Cyrus Ua, a Hilo man who has been reported missing.
Videos Highlight FAQ’s During National Judicial Outreach Week
In observance of National Judicial Outreach Week, the Hawai‘i Judiciary has produced videos with judges answering some of the public’s most frequently asked questions.
Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra Presents Final Performance of Season
The Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra will conclude its 2018-19 concert season on Sunday, March 24.
Hilo Man Charged After Police Chase
A 32-year-old Hilo man is in custody following a motor vehicle chase on Thursday, March 7.
County Announces Short-Term Vehicle Disposal Assistance Program
This Vehicle Disposal Assistance Program aims to help registered vehicle owners legally and properly dispose of vehicles.
Big Island Unemployment Rate Rises Slightly
Hawai‘i County’s unemployment rate for January 2019 (not seasonally adjusted) was 3.6.%, up .7% from the previous month.
South Hilo Crime Report: February 2019
South Hilo police responded to 26 assaults, 7 burglaries, 17 vehicle thefts, 17 vehicle thefts, 62 thefts, 9 vehicle break-ins and 18 major traffic accidents.
