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Update: 1 Lane Now Open on Portion of Old Māmalahoa Highway Previously Blocked by Downed Tree
Old Māmalahoa Highway in Ahualoa is Closed in both directions due to a downed tree between Puaono Road and Kumupele Road.
UH Research Focuses on Improving Public Health With Hula
The end of the Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo doesn’t mean hula gets put on the shelf for a year. In fact, findings in a study by University of Hawai‘i researchers suggest people could hula their way to better health.
Missing Hilo Man Found in Good Health
Hawai‘i police report that 43-year-old Michael Kuahuia of Hilo, who was previously reported as missing, was located in Hilo.
Kea‘au Man Arrested for Murder
A Kea‘au man was arrested for second-degree murder after the discovery of a badly burned body within a vehicle in Puna.
Community Encouraged to Participate in National Drug Take-Back Initiative
National Drug Take-Back Day is approaching and authorities are encouraging residents to gather up their unused or expired medications for safe, anonymous disposal.
HPD Promotes Two to Rank of Major
Two members of the Hawai’i Police Department were recently promoted to the rank of major.
Kahaluʻu Beach Park Slated to Close Next Month for Coral Spawning Event
Kahaluʻu Beach Park will be closed for about a week in May to allow for coral spawning.
Kaua‘i Wins Big at Merrie Monarch Festival
Kaua‘i was the big winner at this year’s Merrie Monarch Festival.
Police Seek Missing Hilo Man
The Hawai‘i Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in locating 43-year-old Michael Kuahuia of Hilo, who has been reported missing and is in need of medication.
Beach Road Between Makuu Drive and Papio Street Now Open
The Hawai‘i Police Department stated at 8 p.m. Saturday that Beach Road is now open between Maku‘u Drive in Hawaiian Paradise Park and Papio Street in Hawaiian Beaches.
Kona Safeway Getting New, Old Neighbor
Kona Diamond Co. will be occupying the retail space next to Safeway at 75-951 Henry St. in the new Niumalu Marketplace. It is anticipating being able to open on Wednesday.
Prosecutors Seek Possible Life Term For Waianae Man Indicted on Sexual Assault, Kidnapping
A 40-year-old Waianae man was indicted on sexual assault, kidnapping and other charges, the prosecutor’s office stated in a news release Saturday, April 23.
Kona, Hilo Walmarts Participating in Wellness Day Today
Walmart is inviting its communities to get healthy this spring at Walmart Wellness Day today, where customers can receive free glucose, cholesterol, BMI and blood pressure screenings as well as COVID-19 vaccines and affordable immunizations like shingles, pneumonia, tetanus, hepatitis, HPV and flu at pharmacies nationwide.
Police Recover 20 Pounds of Meth Following Hilo Drug Bust
On Thursday, April 21, police arrested 33-year-old Seth Alan Pahinui Spidell of Hilo following the execution of a narcotics search warrant at a residence in the Keaukaha Hawaiian Homes subdivision in Hilo.
Man Arrested for Failing to Register as Sex Offender
On Thursday, April 21, 77-year-old Peter Joseph Masi Jr of Kailua-Kona was arrested for failure to comply with covered offender registration requirements, the Hawai‘i Police Department stated in a news release.
Weekly Road Closures: April 23-29
The state Department of Transportation released its road and lane closures for the week of April 23-29. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Police Investigating Possible Drowning in Hōnaunau Bay
Hawai‘i Island police are actively investigating a possible drowning that occurred at Hōnaunau Bay – also known as “Two Step” – on Thursday afternoon, April 21.
Police Investigating Hilo Traffic Collision That Critically Injured Motorcyclist
The Hawai‘i Island police are investigating a traffic collision involving two vehicles that resulted in a motorcyclist being critically injured. The collision occurred on Thursday evening, April 21 at the intersection of Māmalahoa Highway, Highway 19, and Hau Street in the Wainaku area of Hilo.
Police Ask For Assistance Locating Missing Man From 2 Years Ago
Hawai‘i Island police are continuing their request for the public’s assistance in locating 46-year-old Derek Lee Aiona, who was reported missing two years ago.
Sen. Hirono Visits Big Island
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono visited the Big Island on Thursday, April 21, with a focus on lowering costs for working families and investing in Hawaiʻi communities.
