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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.
Civil Defense Siren Test Set For Today
Because of Monday’s holiday, the siren test conducted simultaneously across the state will be held today.
Kona Man Held on $495,000 Bail
Joseph Augustino Narzisi was arrested and charged on a variety of drug and other offenses.
WE Providing a Variety of Health Services Across Isle
The coalition’s services include testing and evaluations in a variety of areas including vision and hearing, lung and kidney function and glucose and blood pressure testing.
Child Porn Gets British Man 30-Year Prison Sentence
The man flying from Hilo to Honolulu had approximately 200 videos showing child pornography.
County Band’s September Concert at Aupuni Center
Work underway at the Mooheau Bandstand is requiring the change in the venue.
Police Release List of Individuals Wanted on Warrants
The list informs both the public and the persons sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Glen Shikuma Funeral Services Saturday in Hilo
The services will begin with visitation at 9:30 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 11.
Kawauchi to Meet With Nakamoto Regarding Reinstatement
The county clerk will meet next week with the suspended elections administrator to discuss putting her back to work.
Treatment of Ordnance – Not Ordinances – Earns Officers Honors
Three Big Island police officers are awarded medals for building a barricade around a grenade on Super Sunday Eve.
Hilo Man Sentenced to 10 Years on Drug, Firearm Offenses
Jason Moke was arrested after being found sleeping in a vehicle in 2011.
Kawauchi Issues Statement, Says ‘Public is the Priority’
A press release from the Hawai`i County Clerk addresses several recent issues regarding past and future elections.
Researchers Develop Aid to Study Human-Dolphin Interaction
New mapping techniques will help scientists and wildlife managers determine how best to protect spinner dolphin populations.
Pepe`ekeo woman, 20, Charged With Burglary
The woman being held on $5,000 bail was arrested in connection with a burglary on June 30.
Hilo Man Dies From Injuries in July Motorcycle Crash
Earl M. Arakaki died Sunday at Hilo Medical Center after a car turned in front of him on July 13.
