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UHH Group Accepting Nominations For Distinguished Alumni Awards
The university’s alumni association will hold a banquet in February to hand out awards to distinguished alumni and for distinguished service.
Hale Nani Escapee Arrested Saturday in Kona
Ryan Jeffries-Hamar had his bail set at $10,000 on the escape charge but was being held without bail for violating terms of his extended furlough.
Flags To Fly at Half-Staff On Patriot Day
President Obama and Gov. Neil Abercrombie have ordered the observance tomorrow to honor the victims of the Sept.11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
Two Weekend Fires Started By Unattended Candles
The homes in Hilo and Volcano were each declared a total loss.
Online Auction Fundraiser to Benefit Fire Department Sept. 8
The Daniel R. Sayre Foundation fundraiser for the Hawaii County Fire Department will be held online this year on September 8 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Geothermal Talk at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Sept. 25
Scientists from Hawaii Volcanoes Observatory will discuss Kilauea’s geothermal story so far on Sept. 25 as part of the After Dark in the Park program series.
Two Fired Election Workers Sue County
Two of the four county elections workers fired in January have filed lawsuits accusing county officials of defamation of character and negligence.
Convoluted Election Measure Approved by Council
It passed a resolution asking a counties’ association to push for legislation allowing state officials to gauge county election preparedness.
Traffic Delays on Saddle Road, Kawaihae Harbor to PTA
Authorities are advising motorists of traffic delays in West Hawaii for the next week due to military convoys.
Illegal Activities in Beach Parks Focus of Program
Police, with the help of community organizations, are looking to stem illegal drinking and drug use.
Police Release Sept. 6 Warrant List
The list contains names of individuals with outstanding arrest warrants.
Council Tries to Bring Down Cost of Power
The president of HELCO responds by saying it is already trying to renegotiate its power purchase agreements.
Hawi Man Dead Following Monday Motorcycle Crash
The motorcycle the 65-year-old man was driving ran off the road and struck a tree.
Parks and Recreation Seeking Public Input on Pahoa Park
The new park is tentatively set to have a variety of recreational features.
Lead Concerns Prompt Recall of Red Vines Black Licorice
The recall by the American Licorice Co. involves a variety of packages of black licorice.
UPDATE: House Destroyed By Fire That Closed Road
An early morning structure fire closed down a portion of Route 180 near Holualoa Elementary School. The school remained open.
Hitchhiker Charged in Assault and Robbery of Driver
The 18-year-old suspect, who was accompanied by a female, allegedly attacked a man who had picked up the hitchhiking couple.
Repaving of Airport Road to Cause Traffic Delays
The repaving of the portion of Kekuanaoa Street from the post office to the airport terminal is expected to last until at least the end of December.
Public Meeting Tuesday on Kapiolani Extension Project
The nearly half-mile of new roadway will open up traffic circulation in the area and provide access to state land for university and other uses.
Suicide Prevention Focus of Activities Next Week
National Suicide Prevention Week will include World Suicide Prevention Day on Monday, Sept. 10.
