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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…
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.
