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Man Accused of Threatening HPP Resident with Rifle
Police said Peter Johnston-Riveira got into an argument with a resident of 28th Avenue early Monday and then threatened to shoot him.
Hawaii Makes Top Ten in 2013 LEEDS Ranking
The North Kohala Public Library in Kapaau, which received a Gold certification, has solar panels, wind turbines and other environmentally friendly features.
Michael Wilson Appointed to Hawaii Supreme Court
Wilson, a judge since 2000, is a former director of the Department of Land and Natural Resources and member of the Kahoolawe Island Reserve Commission.
Waa Waa Man Charged with Assault of Neighbor
Kiel Brende, 28, is accused of assaulting his 47-year-old neighbor who remained hospitalized today in stable condition.
AhLoo Located, Charged with Domestic Abuse
The 34-year fugitive was the subject of a notice issued by police on Thursday.
Police Department Recognizes 22 New Officers
The recruits, who have completed six months of intensive training, will now undergo four months of on-the-job experience before becoming solo officers.
Civil Defense to Test Hapuna Siren Thursday
Officials said the departure from the usual siren testing at the beginning of each month is necessary to evaluate the siren in South Kohala.
Hilo Teen Missing Since September Located Unharmed
Desiree Tolentino-Awai, 16, was found in Hilo on Friday.
Abercrombie Names Rosen Head of Department of Health
Dr. Linda Rosen, a deputy DOH administrator and faculty member of the UH medical school, will fill the post left vacant by the death of Loretta Fuddy.
Drivers License Exam to be Offered in Multiple Languages
After a five-year hiatus, the DOT will again provide translated versions of the test, this time in 12 languages in addition to English.
Hanohano Comments to be Focus of Special Committee
An Oahu university student who testified before the Big Island lawmaker’s committee last week told House leaders he had been treated rudely.
Efforts Underway for Regional Library in Puna
The state librarian believes a new Puna library would help ease pressure on Hilo’s library, which is by far the busiest in the state.
Health Officials Concerned About Measles Case
The case involving an Oahu infant who traveled to the Philippines appears to be the first case in Hawaii since 2010.
AhLoo Wanted on Warrant, in Abuse Cases
Police said the fugitive is homeless but is known to frequent the South Kohala area.
Police Release Feb. 14 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Legal Marijuana Dead, Decriminalized Pot Still Alive
For the second year in a row, a bill legalizing marijuana á la Washington and Colorado fails to gain traction in the Legislature.
Water in Saddle Higher, More Plentiful Than Expected
A well drilled on the slopes of Mauna Kea is providing greater understanding of groundwater flow inside the Big Island volcano.
Public Urged to Avoid Harassment of Spinner Dolphins
Wildlife officials say the time they spend near shore during the day to rest, care for young and avoid predators is critical for their survival.
A Touch of Gold headline the 10th Annual Girls’ Day Diva Festival
The University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center presents the 10th Annual Girls’ Day Diva Festival on Sunday, March 2 beginning at 3 p.m. on the Campus Center Plaza.
PTA Marines Help Community, Revisit Corps History
Members of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing helped clear a trail that passes through the site of Camp Tarawa, a World War II Marine Corps training area.
