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Despite Slowed Activity, Pahoa Village Road to Remain Closed
The lack of activity in the down slope area of the June 27 lava flow has many wondering when roads can reopen. Officials say opening now may be “premature.”
Pair Arrested and Charged with Drug Related Offenses
The Hawai’i Police Department made two arrests Monday following a search warrant on a home in Waikoloa.
Workshop on Success Coaching at HCC
Hawai’i CC will host a workshop on success coaching facilitated by Student Success Coaches from the seven campuses of the Community College System.
Kamuela Crosswalk Work Shouldn’t Close Lanes
The County of Hawai’i Traffic Division has scheduled the installation of a new crosswalk near Longs Drugs on Kawaihae Road in Kamuela.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 11/18/14
Activity in the down slope areas of the June 27 lava flow remain relatively inactive with no movement since Saturday.
HPD Weekly Statistical Breakdown: 24 Arrested
DUI arrests are down 11.5 percent from last year. Traffic fatalities have also decreased by 54.2 percent, while major accidents have increased by 14.9 percent.
Man Located in Stolen Truck Faces 11 Charges
The Hawai’i Police Department has charged Isaac K. Abrojena with 11 offenses after being located in a stolen truck Friday.
Police Search for Man Wanted on Warrants
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for Ronney Keawekane, who is wanted on warrants.
June 27 Lava Update – 11/17/14
Breakouts of the June 27 lava flow that were active last week spent most of the weekend stalled. Activity has been noted about 6 miles upslope of Apa’a Street.
Fuel Spill Closed Bayfront Highway Early Friday
A fuel tanker leaked two gallons of jet fuel following an accident at the Bayfront Highway and Pauahi Street intersection early Friday.
Police Continue Search for Missing Plumber
Jeffrey Meek, 44, was last seen Nov. 8 in Pepe’ekeo. Ground and aerial searches have been done with no trace of his whereabouts.
Suspect Sought in Invasion of Privacy Case
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking the identity of a man who was seen taking indecent photographs of a sleeping woman on a Hele-On bus in August.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 11/14/14
According to Hawai’i County Civil Defense Friday, the breakout nearest the transfer station has stopped flowing and is inactive.
Military Convoy Scheduled to Begin Tuesday
Oahu-based service members are scheduled to convoy from Kawaihae Harbor to Pohakuloa Training Area on Nov. 18-19.
Hilo Girl Recognized as ‘Hero’ Following Rare Condition
An eight-year-old Hilo girl has been recognized as a hero by Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children and Kids Wish Network following her recovery from a rare-condition.
Hilo Man Arrested in Weapons Incident
The Hawai’i Police Department arrested and charged 36-year-old Richard Mattos Jr. in connection to an encounter involving a handgun and machete in Hilo.
Kea’au Man Faces Enhanced Charges in HPP Burglary
The Hawai’i Police Department arrested and charged 22-year-old Sebastian Hernandez in connection to an attempted burglary in Hawaiian Paradise Park Wednesday.
Air Quality Remains ‘Good’ Despite Lava
Air quality levels tracked by the Department of Health’s Clean Air Branch have not detected any unsafe levels of air quality in the areas of the June 27 lava flow.
HPD Investigating Two Kona Robberies
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating two robberies that happened on the 73-1200 block of Hiolani Street in Kailua-Kona on Nov. 2 and Nov. 12.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 11/13/14
The three breakouts of the June 27 lava flow that have been active all week continue with their activity as smoke conditions remain moderate to heavy.
