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Kona Community Hospital nationally recognized for providing life-saving care for stroke patients
Consistently following national stroke guidelines has helped the hospital to reduce deaths and disability.
Hurricane Lowell triggers second payout of unique Hawaiʻi reef insurance, 3 weeks after Lala
Live corals already were documented washed ashore on Kauaʻi, while underwater assessments are being mobilized to determine the extent of reef damage and marine debris.
Storm preparedness should include protective eyewear
Fierce winds, flying debris, broken glass and tree branches are some of the many things that can create serious eye hazards during storms.
Invasive little fire ants prefer cooked beef, seeds over tuna
The findings can help researchers and agencies managing invasive ants refine the food lures used for surveillance and bait development for little fire ants.
Rolling grant funding is still available for readiness, response, recovery and rebuilding after Hurricane Lala
Through its Stronger Hawaiʻi Initiative, Hawaiʻi Community Foundation is funding Big Island nonprofits addressing disaster response and future resiliency efforts.
UH-Mānoa to study hidden health risks from Hawaiʻi’s plantation era that may surface after disasters
The five-year study will follow 1,000 residents to determine whether contaminants can resurface in humans and the environment following wildfires and other disasters.
New museum reflects the often overlooked deaf history, culture of Hawaiʻi
A new Deaf history museum at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s Hamilton Library exposes others to the Deaf community’s language and traditions.
Preliminary autopsy results find man died from gunshot wound
The body of 76-year-old Donald Lawrence Yukitomo of Hilo was discovered Sept. 14 on Kuawa Street in Hilo; police are investigating his death as a homicide, and anyone who might have information about Yukitomo or what might have happened is urged to contact them.
Puna man charged in connection with Orchidland Estates residence blaze
43-year-old Conrad Keanini-Gomes is charged with first-degree arson in the case of a fire Sept. 13 at a residence on his father’s property in the Puna community that endangered the lives of 4 people, including 2 minor children.
Kīlauea continues to tease 55th fountaining episode as it enters day 8 of precursory activity
The summit region continues to be highly pressurized, but it is not possible to forecast what might happen next.
Public input sought on proposed amendments to University of Hawai‘i’s master plan for Mauna Kea
The proposed revisions go over the university’s plans for Mauna Kea lands and their relationship to Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority’s responsibilities during the management transition.
Salomon to become title partner of 2027 Ironman World Championship in 5-year deal
During the 2026 Ironman World Championship, Salomon will bring its first activation to Kona with an immersive pop-up at Kona Heaven on Oct. 7 and 8.
UH Mānoa to build unique clean energy research facility with $1M federal grant
The new Tunable Photoionization Chemical Dynamics Facility will help researchers better understand chemical reactions and could advance cleaner energy technologies in the future.
State briefs for Sept. 15: State welcomes individuals into leadership roles
Leadership has been appointed at the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife and the Department of Accounting and General Services New Aloha Stadium Entertainment project.
Hilo police investigate death of a man found unresponsive in Kūawa Park Monday
Police are investigating the death of a man found with suspicious injuries on Kūawa Street in Hilo.
Hawaiʻi police, federal law enforcement arrest man on multiple firearm, drug charges
Luis Pagano Colon was arrested and charged after investigators executed three search warrants in a joint operation.
Three people arrested in connection to store thefts on Saturday
Christopher Emeliano-Wilson, Victor Babas and Tatiana Santana were arrested and charged in connection to a series of thefts that took place in Kona.
Free, online tool helps families find lost, unknown life insurance policies
Hawaiʻi residents can use a Life Insurance Policy Locator, which aids family members who cannot locate a policy or are unaware of its existence.
UPDATE: 79-year-old missing man from Ocean View has been found
Hawaiʻi Island Police say that Jerome Lampman of Ocean View has been located.
EPA’s 14th SepticSmart Week: System maintenance protects public health, reduces costs
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has several helpful tips for homeowners to keep their septic tanks working properly.
