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Hilo Bay 5K to Honor & Support Veterans
A Salute to Our Veterans Hilo Bay 5K 6th annual race at 7 a.m. will kick off the Fourth of July festivities in Hilo at Lili‘uokalani Park and Gardens.
Foundation Offers Science Camp Scholarships
The 10-day overnight camp gives teens entering grades 8 through 12 the opportunity to explore the environmental diversity that Hawai‘i Island has to offer.
Weekend Lane Closures: June 3–5
The State of Hawai’i DOT and the County Department of Public Works have announced the temporary road closures for Friday through Sunday, June 3 through 5.
Recruitment for State Sheriffs Begins
The Department of Public Safety is looking for a few good men and women to join the State Sheriff Division.
Laubach Appointed District Family Court Judge
Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald has appointed M. Kanani Laubach to the District Family Court of Third Circuit on Hawai‘i Island.
Marine Debris Most Prevalent on Niʻihau
Hawai‘i Island’s analysis showed 2,200 pieces of marine debris—mostly plastic. Debris was concentrated on the southeastern tip around Kamilo Point.
June HVNP Flight Operations Schedule
Park management requires the use of aircraft to monitor and research volcanic activity, conduct search-and-rescue missions and law enforcement operations…
HPD: Counterfeit Cases Spike in Hilo & Puna
HPD officials are warning the public about a spike in counterfeit cases in the Hilo and Puna districts. In May, police investigated 23 counterfeit cases.
HPD: 2016 Fatal Crashes Increase Over 28%
So far this year, there have been nine fatal crashes on Hawaiʻi Island compared with seven fatal crashes during the same period last year.
Hawai‘i Jazz Legend Jimmy Borges Dies
News sources report that Hawai‘i jazz legend Jimmy Borges passed away in the company of his family at his home on Monday, May 30, 2016.
Police Seek Witnesses to Pedestrian Fatality
Hawaiʻi Island police are seeking witnesses to a fatal vehicle-pedestrian collision Friday, May 27, at the Kea‘au Transfer Station.
Two Arrested After Park Robbery
Briana Pama of Kealakekua and Justin Matias of Kailua-Kona were arrested after a Texas man reported a robbery on May 27 at Koloko-Honokōhou National Park.
Emergency Alert Test Scheduled for June 1
The monthly statewide outdoor siren warning system test and a live audio broadcast of the Emergency Alert System, is scheduled for June 1 at 11:45 a.m.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff for Memorial Day
The US flag and the Hawai‘i state flag will be flown at half-staff from sunrise to noon on Monday, May 30, 2016, in honor of Memorial Day.
Humane Society to Hold HOVE Microchip Clinic
The Hawai‘i Island Humane Society Microchip Clinic will be held on Saturday, June 4 from 9 a.m. until noon at the Ocean View Saturday Market.
HPD Nabs Felon After Reckless Driving Reports
Tips from motorists about a reckless driver have led to multiple drug and weapons charges against a convicted felon.
O‘ahu Inmate Fails to Return After Work
Work furlough program inmate Lloyd Schmitt failed to return to the Laumaka Work Furlough Center on O‘ahu after work last night.
Hawai‘i Island Schools Offer Summer Meals
The Hawai‘i State Department of Education recently announced that 15 public schools on Hawai‘i Island will serve free meals through its Seamless Summer Option program.
Health Center to Hold Orthopaedic Clinics
Shriners Hospitals for Children pediatric orthopaedic physicians will see children June 1 through 3 at Hawai‘i Island Family Health Center.
Scheduled Lane Closures May 28–June 3
The following temporary road closures for Saturday, May 28 through Friday, June 3…
