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UDPATE: Kolekole Gulch Park Closed Due to Lead in Soil
Kolekole Gulch Park has been closed until further notice after lead was found in the soil, news sources revealed on Tuesday, April 18.
Over 600 Attend Rep. Gabbard’s Hilo Town Hall
More than 600 East Hawaiʻi residents attended the meeting at Waiakea High School—the largest crowd yet on the congresswoman’s Town Hall Tour across the islands.
Flood Advisory Issued for Portions of Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the Big Island until 11:15 p.m.
HPD Reminder: Don’t Drive While Distracted
The Hawai‘i Police Department reminds drivers that distracted driving killed 3,477 people on America’s roads in 2015.
Kona Man Reported Missing
Big Island Police are searching for a 42-year-old Kona man who was reported missing.
Puna Man Wanted for Questioning: Restraining Order Violations
Hawaiʻi Island Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a Puna man who is wanted for questioning in a series of restraining order violations.
Puna Man Wanted for Questioning in Theft Investigation
Hawaiʻi Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a Puna man who is wanted for questioning in a recent theft investigation.
HPD Arrests 24 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of April 10 through 16, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 24 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
UPDATE: Hawai‘i Democrats to Host 4/20 Cannabis Forum
The Democratic Party of Hawai‘i will host a forum to discuss the future of cannabis in the state on Thursday, April 20.
Puna Woman Reported Missing
Big Island police are searching for a 35-year-old Puna woman who was reported missing.
‘Peter Boy’ Book Series Reveals ‘Inside Story’
The heartbreaking saga of six-year-old Peter J. Kema Jr. is revealed in a new book series by former Hawai‘i Human Services Director Lillian B. Koller.
‘Wildfire Lookout!’ Contest Begins May 6
Organizations from across the state have announced a contest to launch the 2017 Wildfire Lookout! campaign, an effort to raise community awareness on wildfire threats and provide information and prevention tips. The contest invites the public to take preventative steps to protect their homes, families and natural resources against wildfires beginning May 6, 2017, and […]
Study: Asians and Hispanics Live Shorter Lives in Hawaiʻi
Hawaiʻi is widely recognized for having the best quality of life in the nation. But a new study shows that the Aloha State is home to the lowest life expectancy for two major ethnic groups nationwide. People with Asian-American or Hispanic heritage in Hawaiʻi have among the lowest average life expectancy compared with the rest […]
Shred Documents & Help the Hungry
Protect yourself from identity theft and help the hungry at the same time by bringing food donations to the Fraud Watch Network Shred-a-Thon.
March for Science in Hilo on April 21 and 22
March for Science Hilo will celebrate the scientific process, mai ka lewa lani i luna a ka papakū i lalo loa (from the heavens above to the earth below), by marching in downtown Hilo on April 21 and 22. Parents, keiki, teachers, scientists and all members of the community are welcome to the event in […]
USPS Offers Late Collection Time for Tax Returns at Some Locations
Three Big Island Post Office locations will offer late collection of mail from specially marked collection boxes on federal Tax Day, Tuesday, April 18.
Scheduled Lane Closures: April 14–21, 2017
Temporary road and lane closures are scheduled on the Big Island from Friday, April 14, through Friday, April 21.
Sen. Schatz to Host Town Hall Meeting in Hilo
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) will host a town hall meeting in Hilo on Tuesday, April 18 at 1 p.m., at the University of Hawai‘i Gymnasium.
UPDATE: Pāhoa Man Wanted on Outstanding Warrants
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s help in locating a 31-year-old Pāhoa man who is wanted on outstanding warrants.
