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Bill Introduced to Honor Filipino WWII Veterans
Senator Mazie Hirono and Representative Tulsi Gabbard announced the introduction of legislation that would recognize Filipino World War II Veterans.
DCCA Wins International Award for ‘AlertMe’ Services
The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs has won an International Association of Commercial Administrator Merit Award for its “AlertMe” service.
Kilauea Summit Update – 6/11/15
On Tuesday morning, beginning at about 1:40 a.m. and lasting through 3 a.m., HVO says that a small lava flow from the south pit complex of Puʻu ʻŌʻō was observed.
Kamehameha Day Events and Closures
Each year, Kamehameha Day in celebrated in Hawai’i on June 11, honoring Kamehameha the Great.
PHOTOS: Ka ‘Ahulei O Kamehameha
King Kamehameha I was honored this evening at The 19th Annual Ka ‘Ahulei O Kamehameha in Hilo.
Charter Schools to Benefit from $1.5M OHA Grant
A $1.5 million grant from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to the Alliance for Native Hawaiian Education will benefit 17 public charter schools state-wide.
Businesses Will Soon Face Greenwaste Recycling Fees
Greenwaste recylcing fees will begin being charged to businesses on July 1.
Shareholders Overwhelmingly Approve HEI, NextEra Merger
Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. announed Wednesday that its merger with NextEra Energy has received overwhelming support from its shareholders.
Kilauea Summit Update – 6/10/15
Kilauea’s summit continues to record inflationary tilt, according to HVO, who says the lava lake within the Overlook crater has risen about 13 feet since Tuesday.
HPIA is Accepting Puna Coverage Requests
The Hawai’i Property Insurance Association is now accepting new business applications and coverage increase requests.
HVNP to Hold Talk Story Session on Management Plan
Discussion of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park’s management plan, wilderness study, and environmental impact statement will take place Wednesday.
HHSC West Hawai’i Seeks Community Input
A community input meeting has been scheduled following recent decisions by Kona Community Hospital to reduce its workforce and close its skilled nursing unit.
Hawaiian Electric Companies Support Renewable Energy Goal
Hawaiian Electric Companies Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawai’i Electric Light Company have pledged their support of the states renewable energy goal.
Body Found Below Nanue Bridge Identified
The body of a man found below Nanue Bridge on Friday has been identified.
HPD: Information Sought on Stolen Vehicle from KMR
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking public information regarding the theft of a utility vehicle that was stolen from Keaukaha Military Reservation in Hilo.
Police Seek Information in Sunrise Ridge Burglary
Approximately $22,500 worth of items were stolen from a Sunrise Ridge home in February during a burglary.
Kilauea Summit Update – 6/9/15
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports a change in tilt at Kilauea’s summit. Inflationary tilt has been recorded as the lava lake within the Overlook crater rises.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Arrests related to driving under the influence of an intoxicant continue to remain down from last year.
Kamuela House Fire Causes $100K in Damage
The Hawai’i County Fire Department says a Kamuela house fire Monday morning caused $100,000 in damage to a two-story home.
Kona Pacific Charter School to Provide Summer Meals
Kona Pacific Charter School is working with local community partners to provide West Hawai’i students with meals over the summer.
