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Kona Concerts Help Feed Keiki During Holiday Break
The effort involves the Support the Keiki Christmas Concerts being held at the Keauhou Shopping Center during three Wednesdays this month.
Man in South Kona Crash Died of Pre-Existing Condition
Police say that an autopsy has indicated that a man found dead in his truck that had gone off a South Kona highway Wednesday morning died from a medical condition and not from the crash. Marcus Aickin, 38, of Ocean View was found still wearing his seatbelt in the cab of a 2008 Ford F-450 […]
No Large Tsunami From 7.3-Magnitude Japan Quake
The earthquake that occurred early Friday night, Japan time, caused a three-foot high tsunami on parts of the island of Honshu.
UPDATE: Mass Fighting at Kealakehe High Leads to 8 Arrests
Fighting at the school on Wednesday and today led to seven male students and one female student being charged with disorderly conduct.
Search For Jail Escapees Expands to Puna, Kona
Police believe the fugitives are likely still on foot, but say they may try to rob a bank.
Police Release Dec. 6 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
6th Annual Howling Holidays Sunday in Keaau
Howling Holidays, a popular Christmas event for dogs and their owners, will be held Dec. 9 in Keaau. The event is a fundraiser for Rainbow Friends Animal Sanctuary.
Insects May Have Caused Tuesday’s Siren Malfunction
An inspection of the siren system that went off Tuesday in Kona found an infestation of ants.
Woman is Second Suspect Charged in May Robbery
The charges stem from the assault and robbery of a 68-year-old man in Hilo.
Puna Man Charged With Assault in Domestic Dispute
Peter Lopes was charged with assault in connection with an incident that occurred last Sunday.
UPDATE: Police Identify Man in South Kona Crash
Paramedics found the Ka`u man dead in the driver’s seat, still wearing his seatbelt.
Police Say Escapees Assaulted Guard and Fled in Stolen Car
The escapees were last seen at around noon in the vicinity of Alahelenui Street and Kaumana Drive.
Waimea Man Missing After Planned Hike
Police were told Joshua Horan is overdue after planning to hike from Pololu Valley to Waimanu Valley.
Hydrant Flow Test Set For Dec. 13 in Kawaihae Area
The test will affect water consumers along a portion of the Akoni Pule Highway.
EBT Double Dollar Days Set For Dec. 22 and 23
The program will give EBT card users up to $20 extra to spend at farmers markets on the Big Island.
Public Input Sought on Plan for New Kona Hospital
An on-line survey will augment a formal survey and interviews being conducted by a consultant.
Public Meeting Tonight on North Kona Shooting Range
The public will be updated on the project’s master plan and draft environmental assessment.
North Peck Bridge to Close For Repairs Thursday
The Mountain View bridge will be fitted with new wooden planks.
Another Suspect Charged in Latest Ali`i Sunset Plaza Robbery
That makes two individuals charged in the attack and robbery of a 26-year-old Kealakekua man.
