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HPD Seeks Witnesses to Vehicle-Pedestrian Accident
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a vehicle-pedestrian accident in the Nānāwale Estates subdivision that occurred on the evening of Thursday, May 26.
UPDATE: Kea‘au Transfer Station Accident Results in Pedestrian Fatality
The Kea‘au Transfer Station is closed for the rest of the day due to a traffic accident, the Hawai‘i Police Department reported today at 11:51 a.m.
New ‘Hawai‘i Island’s Most Wanted’ Begins
“Hawaiʻi Island’s Most Wanted” will highlight a Puna man wanted for questioning in theft investigation, a Kona man wanted for abuse and a Puna man wanted on drug warrants.
UPDATE: Public Asked to Help Locate Man Indicted for Child Pornography
Attorney General Doug Chin asks for the public’s help in locating Andrew Patyjewicz, who has been indicted for possession and distribution of child pornography.
Missing Hilo Teen Sought by Police
Summer Steenolsen is described as Caucasian, 5-foot-7 and 135 pounds. She has green eyes and blond shoulder-length hair.
Senate Passes Resolution to Honor Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
The resolution to recognize May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community to American history.
Officer Cabatu Named May ‘Officer of the Month’
Officer Jared Cabatu was recognized by the Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawai’i as May’s East Hawai’i “Officer of the Month.”
New Puʻu ʻŌʻō Breakouts Remain Active
The two new lava flows that broke out from Puʻu ʻŌʻō on May 24 remain active.
Man Arrested, Charged After Alleged Theft
Jason K. Lindsey, the suspect in the theft, was located nearby and arrested at 3:45 p.m.
North Kona Fire Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled
The flow test will take place for a one-hour period between 5 a.m. and 6 a.m.
First Blue Zones Approved School in Hilo
The school was recognized by the Blue Zones Project team for its outstanding achievement and commitment to student well-being with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its May Day celebration.
Police Search for Missing Teen
The Hawai’i Police Department is on the search for a missing Hilo teenager.
Military Convoys Scheduled from Keaukaha to Pohakuloa
Motorists driving along the listed roadways during scheduled convoy times should remain alert and drive with care.
Honoka’a Western Week Road Closures
Parking for Friday’s Western Week events is available at the Honoka’a Park and Sports Complex.
Voter Registration Drive Begins in June
The mobile voter registration sites aim to increase voter awareness and provide convenient curbside voter registration locations for the public.
Young Nēnē Geese Take Their Initial Flights
During the year’s latter seasons, the nēnē hunker down to nest, raise goslings, and grow a new set of flight feathers.
Ironman 70.3 Event to Cause Traffic Closure
The one-way pattern will take place on Saturday, June 4 from 4:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Traffic Changes Begin Friday on Lanikaula Street
The temporary one-way traffic pattern will allow reconstruction work in conjunction with the Kapiʻolani Street Extension Reconstruction Project.
‘Largest Sponge in the World?’
The sponge was close to 12 feet long and 7 feet wide, comparable in size to a minivan.
HSPLS Libraries to Observe Memorial Day Weekend
Kealakekua Public Library will open on Thursday, May 26, prior to the long weekend closure.
