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Missing Kaloli Point Fisherman’s Name Released
The Hawai’i Police Department has released the name of a fisherman who went missing after being swept off a cliff while fishing.
Hilo Woman Goes to Nation’s Capital to Urge Cancer Support
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s Hawai’i State Lead Ambassador, Holly Ho-Chee-DuPont, traveled to Washington, D.C. this week for the annual ACS CAN Leadership Summit and Lobby Day.
HPD Seeks Kona Man on Warrant, Questioning
Nicholas Volpa is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department on a bench warrant for contempt of court, as well as for questioning in other cases.
Man Wanted on Multiple Warrants Sought
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a 36-year-old man wanted on warrants and for questioning in abuse and burglary investigations.
Traffic Signal Removal to Close Pauahi Street Intersection
Temporary traffic signals at the Pauahi Street and Kamehameha Avenue intersection will be removed, causing detours in the area.
Hawaiian Electric Proposes Renewable Energy Program
Hawaiian Electric Companies proposed a Community-Based Renewable Energy program to the Hawai’i Public Utilities Commission on Thursday.
County HI-5 Beverage Recyling Services Expand
Big Island residents now have expanded options for HI-5 beverage recycling.
Sonobe Hong Named New State Sheirff
Renee Sonobe Hong was recently named the Department of Public Safety’s State Sheriff Division Administrator, a role that will take effect on Oct. 16.
Police Investigate Honoka’a Pool Theft
Thieves took $4,500 worth of items from the public swimming pool, including an AED machine that is valued at $3,000.
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Improve Tourism
Under the bipartisan bill, the Visa Waiver Program would be altered to shorten the waiting time for certain tourist visas and allow tourists to stay in the U.S. for a longer period of time.
Traffic Signal Maintenance Rescheduled
Traffic signal maintenance that was initially scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 20, has been rescheduled for Sunday, Oct. 4.
October Marks Cyber Security Awareness Month
October has been proclaimed “Cyber Security Awareness Month” in the State of Hawai’i, coinciding with National Cyber Security Awareness Month.
NWHI Expedition Turns Up Large Rates of Unique Species
Among the species of marine life observed were some that had never been seen before, including a possible new species of seahorse and a sea star.
HFD Suspends Fisherman Search After One-Day Extension
The Hawai’i County Fire Department has suspended its search for a missing fisherman after extending the search for another day, per family request.
DOI Governance Proposal Receives Mixed Reactions
One day after the DOI announced its Native Hawaiian governance proposal, questions about the validity of the proposal remain.
Ige’s Office Plans Paperless Documents
Beginning Thursday, Oct. 1, Governor David Ige’s office will move towards a “paperless” environment.
Man Sought on Warrants Turns Himself in
George Kahakua was charged with four counts of contempt of court and was also arrested in connection to a vehicle break-in on Sept. 21 in Hilo.
Pair Arrested in Kona Robbery
Two men have been arrested and charged in a Kona robbery that took place on Aug. 4. One of the men was also charged in other unrelated incidents.
Lālāmilo Wind Farm to Save $1M Yearly
The wind farm will be constructed in South Kohala and consist of five wind turbines that will produce a total of 3.3 megawatts of power.
