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Six New Virus Deaths Reported For Second Straight Day
The state’s seven-day average is now 95 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.4%.
Celebrate Giving Tuesday With Natural Spaces in Hawai‘i
Nature lovers can now celebrate Giving Tuesday on Nov. 30 with a new donation opportunity to give back to the land.
HPD Investigates Theft of DLNR Vehicles in Hilo
Hawaiʻi Island Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating vehicles which were removed from the DLNR Forest and Wildlife Division baseyard in Hilo late Tuesday evening.
Salvation Army Provides Thanksgiving Meals to Those in Need
The Salvation Army (SA) continues to find ways to ensure a Thanksgiving meal is delivered to those most in need amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Customers See Costs Rise in Thanksgiving Supplies
The parking lot at the Downtown KTA Super Stores in Hilo was packed on the eve of Thanksgiving.
UH to Host Online Auction to Raise Money for Student Financial Aid
“We need your support,” said Hawaiʻinuākea director of strategic partnerships Malia Nobrega. “This is an exciting and fun way to help our students, and at the same time have a chance to win creative, fun and unique items and experiences from community practitioners and friends!”
Apply Now for HMSA Kaimana Scholarship
Hawai‘i Medical Service Association is again providing an opportunity for graduating high school students to apply for scholarship assistance to continue their education on the college level.
DOH Reports 14 New COVID Cases on Big Island 2 Days in a Row
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 115 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 87,106.
Solid Waste Facilities to Close for Thanksgiving
Transfer stations, recycling centers, and landfill will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 25, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Governor to Ease Virus Restrictions, Starting With Restaurants and Bars
Hawai´i County Mayor Mitch Roth said restrictions on the Big Island will look very different in the days to come.
Coast Guard Patrols off Big Island 19 Days in November
“While underway, the MSST conducted 38 maritime security and response patrols and two interagency patrols with our law enforcement partners over at NOAA and DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement. Air crews from Air Station Barbers Point also conducted seven law enforcement patrols over the course of 17 flight hours.”
QNHCH Encourages People to Get Vaccinated
Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital in Waimea is offering the best Black Friday deals around with free COVID-19 vaccinations for anyone age 5 and older, and boosters for anyone 18 or older.
Big Island Student’s Film Semifinalist at International Festival
Konawaena High School senior Jade Onaka’s documentary short film was named a semifinalist for the Zensa Media International Film Festival.
DOH Offers Thanksgiving Safety Tips Amid Looming Pandemic
With COVID-19 cases still looming, Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) reminds everyone to celebrate smartly this holiday season.
14 New COVID Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 52 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 86,991.
Weekly DUI Stats: 14 Arrested on Big Island Roads
Fourteen motorists were arrested for driving under the influence of an intoxicant from Nov. 15-21.
Join Nautilus Expedition at Marine National Monument for Virtual Exploration
The public is invited to join in an ocean exploration of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument’s seamounts through live-stream.
Hawaiian monk seal dies after battling toxoplasmosis
The Marine Mammal Center is mourning following the death of adult male Hawaiian monk seal RW22.
Fisherman Injured in Cliff Fall Off Paradise Drive
Hawai’i Island Police are investigating a public accident that occurred in the Puna district, which left a 36-year-old male in critical condition.
Hawai‘i Wildlife Conservation Stamp contest opens
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources welcomes artists to submit entries for the Division of Forestry and Wildlife’s annual art contest depicting two local wildlife species for the 2022-23 Hawaii Wildlife Conservation and Game Bird Stamp.
