News
HTA Aids in Fire Ant Combat with Grant
The Hawai’i Tourism Authority has granted the County of Hawai’i Department of Parks and Recreation $50,000 to combat fire ants.
Waiakea Uka Water Restriction Advisory
The Department of Water Supply has issued a water restriction advisory for residents in the Waiakea Uka area.
Police Search for Wanted Hilo Man
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a Hilo man wanted on arrest warrants for violating probation.
Puna Man Arrested in iPad Theft
The Hawai’i Police Department has arrested and charged a Puna man in connection to a stolen iPad incident in Hilo.
AARP Offering Free Tax Preparation Assistance Beginning Feb. 2
Hawai’i taxpayers with low to moderate incomes may be eligible for AARP’s free tax preparation assistance.
State of the Judiciary Address
Hawai`i Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald delivered his State of the Judiciary address Wednesday morning.
Auto Body Hawai’i’s 2015 Essay Contest
Auto Body Hawai’i has announced its 4th annual essay contest for West Hawai’i seniors and West Hawai’i teachers.
USDA Accepting Broadband Service Grant Applications
The United States Department of Agriculture is seeking applicants for 2015 Community Connect program grants.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/28/15
The north margin breakout of the June 27 lava flow remains stalled. Officials say the flow has shown no advancement since Monday morning.
40 Offenses Charged to Captain Cook Man
The Hawai’i Police Department has arrested a sixth individual in a crime spree that spanned from Oct. 2014 to Jan. 2015.
Lava Viewing Area Will be Suspended Indefinitely
The public lava viewing area at the Pahoa Transfer Station will be indefinitely suspended Feb. 1 so that the area can be converted back to its original purpose.
Hawai’i to Receive $11.62 Million from U.S. HUD
Senator Brian Schatz announced Monday that Hawai’i will receive $11.62 million from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/27/15
The “on-and-off again” pattern of the June 27 lava flows north margin breakout continues.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
A decrease in overall DUI related incidents has been seen so far in 2015, compared to numbers during the same time in 2014.
‘Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted’ Suspect Arrested
Isaac Kamalii, 28, who is being featured on “Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted,” was arrested Monday.
Night Swim Temporarily Suspended at Pahoa Pool
The County of Hawai’i Department of Parks and Recreation will temporarily suspend its pilot night swimming programming at Pahoa Community Aquatic Center beginning Tuesday.
19-Year-Old Captain Cook Man Faces 21 Charges
The Hawai’i Police Department has arrested and charged a 19-year-old Captain Cook man with 21 offenses.
Public Notice of Aircraft Use at HVNP
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park will conduct helicopter flights throughout the next month for various activities.
Governor Ige’s State of the State Address
Governor David Ige delivered his State of the State Address Monday morning to the 28th State Legislature.
UPDATE: West Hawai’i Beaches Begin to Reopen
The National Weather Service has cancelled the High Surf Advisory for west facing shores on the Big Island.
