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Proposed Hawai‘i County Budget Includes Tax Increases
Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim’s new proposed budget calls for property tax rate increases and a vehicle fuel tax increase.
Hilo Intermediate Students Win Statewide Video Competition
The winners of the 14th Annual ‘Ōlelo Youth Xchange Statewide Student Video Competition were recently announced from 904 submissions.
HPD Promotes Four Officers to Sgt./Det.
Chief Paul K. Ferreira has announced upcoming promotions of four employees from the rank of police officer to the rank of sergeant/detective.
Sen. Hirono Questions Trump Administration Ties to Russia
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono questioned former Acting Attorney General Sally Yates and General James Clapper regarding Russian interference…
Ho‘okena Beach Park to Close for Maintenance
Ho‘okena Beach Park in South Kona will be closed on May 15, 2017, for maintenance.
Mountain View Man Arrested in Prostitution Investigation
A 42-year-old Mountain View man was charged with promoting prostitution and several offenses related to the possession of child pornography.
Free Meal Program Expands to 8 Additional Big Island Schools
HIDOE will expand a USDA free meal program, called the “Community Eligibility Provision,” from 30 public schools to 52 across the state.
Help Fight Cancer at ‘Bark For Life Hilo’ on May 27
The American Cancer Society is seeking furry and human support to help save lives during Bark For Life Hilo.
UPDATE: Graffiti Mars Historic Maunakea Ice Age Reserve Rocks
At mid-morning on Friday, April 28, graffiti was found painted on rocks within the Mauna Kea Ice Age NAR.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i After 6.6 Alaska Quake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports a 6.6 earthquake occurred in the Aleutian Islands at 7 a.m. Hawai‘i time this morning.
Blue Planet Foundation: Clean Energy Policy MIA as Legislature Adjourns
Blue Planet Foundation says the 2017 legislature closed without passing needed clean energy solutions.
Lawmakers Take Action on Top Priorities in Hawai‘i
The Senate adjourned on Thursday, taking action to on homeless, healthcare, education and the environment.
Hiroshima Governor to Plant Tree in Lili’uokalani Gardens
The Governor of Hiroshima Prefecture will visit Hawai’i Island in May to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the East Hawai’i Hiroshima Kenjin Kai.
Declining Solar Sales May Be Linked to Sales Tactics
A sharp decline in solar installation for the first quarter in 2017 may be related to high-pressure sales tactics.
Researchers Find Best Treatment for Man o’ War Stings
Scientists at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa offer up the best advice for treating man o’ war stings.
Lava Hose, Volcano Views Aboard Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Mahalo to Blue Hawaiian Helicopters and our pilot, Toshi Mochizuki, for this amazing tour of the Volcano on the Big Island! Click on this LINK to see…
Pepeʻekeo Car Theft Suspect Arrested
The HPS has arrested a 24-year-old Hilo man for outstanding bench warrants and in connection with two incidents involving a stolen vehicle.
Big Island Dairy Fined for Water Pollution Violations
DOH found clear evidence of an unlawful discharge of wastewater from the dairy’s field irrigation practices.
