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11 More Puna Homeowners Sue Lloyd’s of London
Howard Konanui Sr. is one of 11 Lloyd’s of London policyholders who joined dozens of others in lawsuits against Lloyd’s and its affiliates.
Red Cross Assists Coast Guard Members During Shutdown
The American Red Cross teamed up with the United States Automobile Association (USAA) and Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) to provide interest-free loans.
CIP Funds Released for Hale Ho‘ola Hāmākua
Gov. David Ige has released $700,000 in Capital Improvement Project (CIP) funds for the design and construction of renovations at Hale Ho‘ola Hāmākua.
Manuel Appointed Deputy of State CWRM
DLNR Chair Suzanne Case, in consultation with Gov. David Ige, has appointed Kaleo Manuel as the next deputy of the state Commission on Water Resources Management (CWRM).
Gas Prices in Honolulu Rise From Last Week
Gasoline prices in Honolulu have risen 3.1 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.10/g Sunday, Jan. 20, 2019.
Gov. Ige Appoints Department of Public Safety Deputy Director
Gov. David Ige and PSD Director Nolan Espinda announced the appointment of Maria Cook as the Department of Public Safety deputy director for Administration.
Report: Hawai‘i Ranks No. 3 in Nation for Racial Integration
The report compares blacks and whites in light of escalated racial tensions in recent years.
Old Saddle Road Resurfacing Work, Jan. 23–Feb. 1
The County of Hawai‘i Department of Public Works Highway Maintenance Division will begin resurfacing work on the Old Saddle Road.
Bill Drafted to Educate Visitors About Hawai‘i’s Wildlife & Laws
“Promise to Our Keiki” drafted a bill to educate those coming to Hawai‘i about the state’s endangered and endemic wildlife and the laws that pertain to them.
Military Convoys Scheduled for Jan. & Feb.
Military units are scheduled to conduct vehicle convoy movements between Kawaihae and Pōhakuloa Training Area (PTA) on the following dates and times.
Obituary Notices: Week of Jan. 20, 2018
May they rest in peace. Obituaries for the week of Jan. 20, 2018. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
Hawaiian Monarchy Group Rebukes Storming of OHA Offices
The Hawaiian Monarchy government of The Hawaiian Kingdom strongly condemns the violent and invasive actions carried out by members of the Kingdom of Atooi against OHA.
Hawai‘i Leaders Comment on Trump’s Border Wall Trade Proposal
Hawai‘i legislators and organizations commented on President Trump’s proposal to end the shutdown by trading a temporary extension of TPS and DACA for his border wall.
Paving Work Scheduled on Hwy 19 on MLK Jr. Day
Alternating lane closures are scheduled for Hawai‘i Belt Road (Highway 19) north of Hilo will continue Monday, Jan. 21, 2019, between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i From 6.7-M Chile Quake
A 6.7-MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE HAS OCCURRED NEAR THE COAST OF CENTRAL CHILE AT 3:33 P.M. HST
Living Treasures of Hawai‘i to Be Honored
Four Hawai‘i residents have been chosen as this year’s Living Treasures of Hawai‘i.
Hawai‘i Island Road & Lane Closures, Jan. 19–25
Temporary lane closures are scheduled from Saturday through Friday, Jan. 19 through 25, 2019.
Hawai‘i’s Public Libraries to Observe MLK Jr. Day Holiday
In state observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all public libraries and library support offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 21, 2019.
DOCARE Officers Help Rescue Sinking Truck
Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement officers helped the driver pull his truck out of the water.
‘Peter Boy’s’ Mother Dies of Natural Causes
The mother of “Peter Boy” Kema died Wednesday night, Jan. 16, 2019.
