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Beds for Mental Health & Substance Abuse Care Being Developed
The Hawai‘i DOH and Wahiawa General Hospital (WGH) have partnered to provide short-term mental health “stabilization” beds in a hospital setting.
HPD Arrests 21 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of April 29, 2019, through May 5, 2019, Hawai`i Island police arrested 21 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Deceased Halawa Correctional Facility Employee Identified
Honolulu police have opened an unattended death investigation.
Big Island Gas Prices Up Slightly
The average price for regular gas in Hilo is $3.720 for regular, up slightly from last week’s price of $3.708.
Bills Introduced to Expand Access to Education to Those With Criminals Records
Sen. Brian Schatz introduced two bills to expand access to education for Americans with criminals records, whether they are in prison or applying to go back to school.
Senators Introduce Legislation for Unwanted Robocall Protection
The bill would help end illegal robocalls in America.
UPDATE: Puna District Crime Report: April 2019
Hawai‘i Police Department Puna Community Police responded to 12 assaults, 24 burglaries,48 thefts and eight vehicle break-ins in the Puna District in April.
Staff Member Found Dead at State Correctional Facility
The Department of Public Safety released the following statement regarding the report of a staff member being found dead within Halawa Correctional Facility.
ROAD CLOSURE: Commemorating King Kamehameha’s Passing, May 8
A procession of chanters and Hawaiian royal societies will walk in the early morning hours of Wednesday, May 8, 2019, along Ali‘i Drive.
HPD Celebrating Police Week Festivities, May 13–17
Police Week is a nationally recognized week of activities in support of police work and in recognition of officers who have died or been disabled in the line of duty.
Community Invited to Provide Input on Hawai‘i DOE’s Next 10 Years
The Hawai‘i State Department of Education (HIDOE) reports that it is seeking feedback on the first draft of a 2030 Promise Plan.
No Tsunami Threat From 7.1-M Papua New Guinea Quake
AN EARTHQUAKE HAS OCCURRED WITH THESE PRELIMINARY PARAMETERS:
HPD Charges Glenwood Man Following Police Pursuit
The Hawai‘i Police Department has charged a 42-year-old Glenwood man for several offenses following a police pursuit, late Friday evening, May 3, 2019.
Mail Carriers Seek to ‘Stamp Out Hunger’ on May 11
Big Island residents urged to donate food items at their mail boxes.
State Land Board Approves $4.5M in Land Conservation Grants
The highly competitive grant program supports local organizations and government agencies.
County Hosting Auction for Used Equipment & Vehicles
The County of Hawai‘i is auctioning off used equipment and vehicles.
Child in Critical Condition After Being Left in Car Unattended
HPD reports that on Sunday, May 5, 2019, officers responded to a report of a child suffering from heat exhaustion after being left unattended in a vehicle.
Rat Lungworm Support Group Continues Meetings
The next Rat Lungworm (RLW) support group meeting is on Wednesday, April 10, 2019, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Kea‘au Community Center at 16-186 Pili Mua St.
UPDATE: High Wind Advisory Cancelled
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Wind Advisory, which is in effect until 6 p.m. Monday, May 6, 2019.
Obituary Notices: Week of May 5, 2019
Obituary notices for the week of May 5, 2019. May they rest in peace. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries
