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Bill to Assess Fees on Cesspools, Septic Tanks Deferred
The measure would have had a particularly strong impact on the Big Island where many residents rely on individual sewer systems.
Kona Condo Damaged by Fire Early Today
Firefighters said their efforts were complicated by a layer of metal roofing laid over wood shingles.
Maui Dancer Wins Miss Aloha Hula 2013
Manalani Mili Hokoana English of Hālau Nā Lei Kaumaka o Uka captured the Miss Aloha Hula title for 2013 as well as the Hawaiian language award.
Hana Noʻeau – Arts and Crafts Celebrated at the Merrie Monarch
Hana Noʻeau- Arts and Crafts Celebrated at the Merrie Monarch
Police Reminding Public to Yield to Emergency Vehicles
State law requires motorists to pull over to the nearest edge of the roadway to make way for ambulances and other emergency vehicles.
Abercrombie to Recognize Big Isle Scientist, Biofuel Project
The governor will attend a ceremony at Hilo’s agricultural research center to honor its head scientist, Dennis Gonsalves, and to recognize a research project.
Bill to Raise Tax on Bulk Tobacco Deferred
The measure would have raised the state excise tax on tobacco products to a rate similar to that imposed on cigarettes
NARS Commission to Gain Hawaiian Cultural Expert
Supporters say the addition will help ensure that the panel that oversees the state’s Natural Area Reserve System considers native Hawaiian concerns.
Police Release April 4 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Police Seeking Pahoa Teen Missing Since March 19
The missing 17-year-old girl is of Hawaiian descent.
Marijuana Decriminalization Bill Falters in House
A prominent lawmaker said the bill lacked sufficient support despite passing the Senate and four votes in the House.
Mokupapapa Center’s New Home is Koehnen Building
The center which showcases the Northwest Hawaiian Islands and surrounding marine environment will reopen this summer three blocks away.
Solomon Considering Legal Action Following Threatening Email
The Big Island legislator has consulted police and the state attorney general on the matter, and may seek a restraining order against the email’s author.
State Begins Charging Tourists Parking Fees at Hapuna
The fees, which are not assessed against Hawaii residents, are $5 per vehicle and up to $40 for commercial tour buses.
Police Renew Request for Help Finding Missing Japanese Tourist
The man’s car was found unlocked in mid-February near the lava-viewing area in Kalapana.
Wanted Man Captured After Collision With Store Door
Police had been looking for Kyson Kaleiwahea in connection with burglaries in Hilo involving a suspect supposedly looking for a lost puppy.
Cultivating Protocol for Lei, Other Adornments
Many of our participating hālau are in a sacred time of preparation for this year’s Merrie Monarch Festival.
Civil Defense Sirens Malfunction, No Emergency Exists
The sirens sounded inadvertently in many areas of the Big Island while crews were performing a system check.
