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New Civil Defense Chief Could Be Existing One
Former Fire Chief Darryl Oliveira, who has been filling the post under short-term contracts, said he will be applying for the permanent position.
Water Shutoff Scheduled for Pauka`a Thursday
The Department of Water Supply said the five-hour outage is required to change a leaking valve.
Mayor and Family Visiting Japan for Relative’s Birthday
Mayor Billy Kenoi is taking a vacation with his family to celebrate the 90th birthday of the children’s great-grandmother.
UPDATE: Waimanu Valley Brush Fire Still Burning
The fire department’s Chopper 1 was used to bring firefighters and make water drops in the remote area west of Waipio Valley.
Waiakea Uka Home Destroyed by Fire Saturday Night
Fire inspectors are trying to determine the cause of the blaze that engulfed the Ainalako Street home.
Victim Identified in Friday’s Fatal Crash in Hilo
Police said speed and alcohol were believed to be factors in the death of Joseph Nieves Jr. of Hilo.
Hilo Woman Charged With Burglary and Theft
Suzy Chun was allegedly involved in break-ins of homes located in Panaewa Farm Lots, Upper Waiakea and Laupahoehoe.
Chief of Police PromotesThree to Captain
The districts of Kona and Ka`u, as well as the Criminal Intelligence Unit, will all have new people in charge.
Bang Stick Confiscated at Kona Airport
The device used as protection against sharks was one of two prohibited items seized at Hawaii airports this past week.
UPDATE: Hapuna Beach Ordnance Removed, Still Unidentified
An explosive ordnance disposal team from Oahu was expected to arrive this afternoon to dispose of the object which was taken by its finder to the snack bar.
Police Release June 14 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Kona Man Faces Prison Time for Hijacking Hoax
Authorities said the hoax was perpetrated over fish guts allegedly placed in the man’s vehicle.
BLOG: Dealing With Dust in HPP — UPDATED
It could be third time’s the charm when it comes to legislation dealing with roads in Hawaiian Paradise Park.
UPDATED: Speed Limits Proposed for Hawaiian Paradise Park
Legislation being considered by the County Council would add HPP to the four private subdivisions in which speed limits have been established.
Hawaii County Has Most Whites and Hawaiians, Least Asians
The race and age percentages are based on estimates released today by the US Census Bureau.
PTA Officials Have High Praise for Base Police Officer
Brian Mabry, a member of the military base’s civilian police department, contributes in a variety of ways.
Police Seeking Man Indicted in Kolekole Park Robbery
An arrest warrant has been issued for Tyler Taylor following his indictment in connection with the robbery of a couple camping at the beach park north of Hilo.
Saturday is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Exploitation cost the elderly billions of dollars each year, and four out of five of elder-abuse crimes go undiscovered.
UH-Hilo Announces 19 Winners of Chancellor Scholarships
Recipients must be graduates of Hawaii high schools and must meet criteria regarding scholastic achievement or test scores as well as community involvement.
Health Officials Warn of Possible Syphilis Outbreak
The Department of Health said there have been five cases reported in the past five months, with most involving gay men in Kona.
