News
Police Release Nov. 6 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
25 Fugitives Arrested in Four-Day Operation
Twenty-five fugitives were arrested during the operation, and 42 outstanding state arrest warrants were executed.
NHCH Reports Potential Dengue Fever Case
Although not yet confirmed, the potential case could raise the number of locally acquired dengue fever cases on the Big Island to 20.
County Announces Additional Mosquito Control Measures
Additional measures will be taken by the Hawai’i County Department of Parks and Recreation and the Hawai’i Department of Health to control mosquito populations.
Mother of ‘Peter Boy’ Charged in Welfare Fraud Case
Jaylin M. Kema has been charged with theft in a welfare fraud investigation.
Big Island Boards, Commissions Seek Volunteers
Vacancies on various Big Island boards, commissions and committees that represent the island are currently looking to be filled by qualified and dedicated volunteers.
Dengue Numbers Climb, Pediatric Cases Reported
The dengue fever count on the Big Island has risen to 19 confirmed cases.
FOLK Plans Kona Book Sale
Money raised through the sale provides necessary items for libraries in Kona
National Parks Offer Free Veterans Day Admission
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, along with Pu‘uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park, will waive entrance fees on Wednesday, Nov. 11 in honor of Veterans Day.
Imade Charged with Manslaughter in Halloween Assault
Thirty-one-year-old Kallen Imade was charged late Wednesday in the death of 49-year-old Alfred Vea, who died following an assault on Halloween.
Mansur Named November ‘Officer of the Month’
Officer Brandon Mansur was recognized as November’s “Officer of the Month” by the Kona Crime Prevention Committee.
Man Dies Following Halloween Assault
Alfred Vea, the victim of Saturday night’s Hilo assault, was pronounced dead at The Queen’s Medical Center Wednesday morning. Kallen Imade, the suspect in the case, is in custody but has not been charged.
HPD: Pahoa Couple Arrested on Drug, Weapons Offenses
During the execution of a Department of Human Services warrant in Ainaloa, the Hawai’i Police Department recovered items that led to the arrest of a Pahoa pair.
Police Warn Against IRS Scam
The Hawai’i Police Department is issuing a public warning against a potential IRS scam.
Veteran’s Day Parade to ‘Celebrate Service’
Leading the parade as the military grand marshal is Major General Arthur “Joe” Logan, the Adjutant General for the State of Hawai’i.
HSPLS to Observe Veterans Day
All Big Island public libraries under the Hawai’i State Public Library System will observe the Veterans Day holiday.
System Work to Cause Power Outage in Hawi
A scheduled power outage will occur overnight between Nov. 11 and Nov. 12 as work is conducted on Hawai’i Electric Light’s Hawi substation.
Dengue Fever Count Rises to 15
The dengue fever count rose by four since Tuesday. Hookena Beach Park in West Hawai’i has been closed.
Hilo Zonta Chapter Presents $10K to Neighborhood Place of Puna
The Zonta Club of Hilo presented $10,000 to the Neighborhood Place of Puna as part of its 2015 Weinberg Service Project.
Hawai’i CC – Pālamanui to Host Degree Preparation Workshop
There are more than 40 degree and certificate programs from across the 10-campus University of Hawai’i system available through the University Center at Pālamanui.
