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Upcoming Repair Closes Waika‘alulu Gulch Bridge
The Waika‘alulu Gulch Bridge mauka of Highway 19 on Ka‘apahu Road will be closed for repair work between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. from Feb. 27 through March 1.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Recognized for Pro-Environment Voting Record
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard received a 100% score from the League of Conservation Voters for her pro-environment voting record
IRS Releases List of 2017 Tax Scams
The Internal Revenue Service has announced its annual “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams for 2017 identifying schemes that taxpayers may encounter year-round, especially during tax-filing season. Taxpayers are advised to guard against any attempts to steal personal information, money scams or coercion into questionable behaviors with taxes. “Taxpayers can and should stay alert to […]
HAPA Launches Second ‘Kuleana Academy’
The Hawai‘i Alliance for Progressive Action (HAPA) and its Education Alliance Partners have launched the 2017 “Kuleana Academy,” a leadership development and political candidate training program involving 17 participants statewide. This is the second round of the program which is designed to educate and train aspiring leaders in Hawaiʻi who want to serve in public […]
Police Seek Suspects in Attempted Puppy Theft
At approximately 1:30 a.m. Friday, a pair of individuals broke open a gate securing the kennel area of the Kona Humane Society and removed a 1-year-old American Stratfordshire Terrier named “Cholo.”
HPD Reminds Firearm Owners to Register within 5 Days
After obtaining the proper permit to purchase a firearm and after the firearm has been purchased, it is the owner’s responsibility to register it within five days.
Conrad Bidal Named Officer of the Month for February
Bidal assisted in evacuating occupants of apartments above Luquin’s restaurant during a midnight fire that destroyed the structure.
HPD WANTED: Current Bench Warrant List Issued
Crime Stoppers is a volunteer program run by ordinary citizens who want to keep their community safe.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Visits Hawaiʻi Island Kūpuna
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard visited with some of the 1,129 kūpuna who serve Hawaiʻi Island communities through the county’s Elderly Activities Division.
Māmalahoa Hwy to Temporarily Drop to One Lane Traffic
The Department of Water Supply will close one lane of traffic on Māmalahoa Hwy near the Aloha Theatre to install a new water service
Stolen Car Arrest Leads to Burglary Arrest
A man arrested this week in Ocean View in connection with a stolen car has been linked to the burglary of a business in the same area.
HPD Arrests 30 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Feb. 13 through 19, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 30 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Hawai‘i’s Circle K International Students Service Day
Students from UH Mānoa, UH Maui College and UH Hilo will be participating in a day of community service and environmental conservation.
Auto Body Hawaii High School Senior Essay Contest
Auto Body Hawaii is holding its 6th annual Essay Contest for high school seniors.
Invasive Species Awareness Week Highlights Voluneerism, Successes
Hawai‘i’s 5th annual Hawaii Invasive Species Awareness Week has begun with a series of volunteer opportunities and will end with a ceremony in Gov. David Ige’s office to recognize people and organizations who have been instrumental in the fight against invasive species. One of the people who will be honored is Carolyn Dillon, who made outstanding efforts […]
Hospice of Hilo Talk: How to Die Well
Hospice of Hilo invites the public to join in its free community talk titled, “How to Die Well.”
Protect Medicare Community Meeting Scheduled for Hilo
AARP Hawaii will hold a “Protect Medicare” Community Meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 28, in Hilo .
Hazardous Waste Collection Dates Announced
The County of Hawai‘i has announced upcoming dates that it will be accepting residential household hazardous waste (HHW) at local transfer stations.
