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Marine Institute Condemns Trump ‘Attack’ on National Monuments
A leader in securing strong protection for the oceans’ most important places condemns Trump’s decision to rescind protections for two U.S. national monuments.
HFD Responds to Structure Fire in Kamuela
Big Island firefighters arrived at the scene of single story residential wood frame structure fully involved in a fire in the early morning hours of Jan. 1.
Puna Kidnapping Suspects Wanted
The HPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating two men and a woman who are wanted for questioning in connection with a kidnapping in Puna on Dec. 30.
Rat Lungworm Support Groups to be Held in Kea‘au
Two meetings will be held on Jan. 9 and Feb. 13 in Kea‘au to support survivors and their caregivers.
Hawai‘i Island Lane & Road Closures: Jan. 2–5
Temporary road and lane closures have been scheduled from Tuesday through Friday, Jan. 2 through 5, 2018.
Hawai‘i County Park Closures, 2018
The Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation announced its 2018 closure schedule for ‘Āhalanui, Isaac Kepo‘okalani, Kahalu‘u and Spencer Parks…
Attention Alert and Attack Warning Siren Test, Jan. 2
Hawai‘i’s monthly test of the Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System and broadcast is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2018, at 11:45 a.m.
Hilo Man Loses Finger in Fireworks Accident
A man in his 40s had his right index finger amputated from an aerial-type fireworks that accidentally exploded while he was holding it.
HECO Offers Fireworks Safety Tips
Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawaiʻi Electric Light would like to urge caution and offer fireworks safety tips.
DOH: Fireworks Safety Tips
For those who plan to use approved fireworks, exercise caution and follow important safety practices during the New Year celebration to prevent serious injuries.
HPD Issues Outstanding Warrant List
The Hawai‘i County Police Department issued an official outstanding warrant list on Dec. 29, 2017.
Hawai‘i Legislator Comments on Sea Level Rise Report
Sen. J. Kalani English expressed optimism about how the state will benefit from the results of the study.
Puna Man, 67, Reported Missing
Hawaiʻi Island police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating a 67-year-old Puna man who was reported missing.
Report Reveals Hawai‘i’s Future as Sea Level Rises
Mandated by the Legislature, the report provides a technical path forward for adapting to the continuing rise in sea levels.
Beginning Hawaiian Language Classes Offered at Volcano Art Center
Volcano Art Center will present two series of Papa ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, beginning Hawaiian language courses taught by UH Hilo instructor ʻĀlika Guerrero.
AARP Hawai‘i Seeking Volunteers for 2018
If making East Hawai‘i a better place to live is on your agenda for 2018, consider becoming an AARP Hawai‘i volunteer.
Kamehameha Schools Invests Nearly $7M in Hawai‘i Island Programs
KS has awarded nearly $7 million in community investment grants to support collaboration partners in more than three dozen programs/projects in East and West Hawai‘i
