Runaway missing since March located Monday

The Hawai’i Police Department said Zoeylynn Puaoi-Pinheiro, who was reported as a runaway in March, was found in Hilo on Monday.

New boat and trailer parking signs posted at Hōnaunau ramp

Parking restrictions are not being adhered to less than week after Hawai‘i Parks and Recreation Department posted “boat and trailer parking only” signs at Hōnaunau bpat ramp in South Kona with vehicles taking up six of the eight spaces reserved for local fishermen.

Coastal flooding may occur during high tide through Thursday

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood statement for the all islands for low-lying coastal areas until Thursday.

Police seeking information about possible runaway Nanea Palumbo

The Hawai’i Police Department is looking for possible runaway Nanea Palumbo, who was last seen in Honoka’a on Friday.

Fire Weather Watch for West Hawai‘i goes into effect Wednesday

Dry fuels combined with strong trade winds and lowering humidities could produce critical fire weather conditions Wednesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon.

Puna woman wanted for questioning by police

Roberta Mokihana Perry is wanted for questioning as a witness in relation to a missing person investigation reported in January 2023.

Conservation company Pono Pacific is hiring

For the last 23 years, Pono Pacific has been providing specialized sustainability services, including native habitat restoration and maintenance, invasive species eradication, predator-proof fence construction, trail conservation and maintenance, and food and energy security.

Cancellation of monthly siren and emergency alert system test for September

The canceled test had been scheduled within 15 minutes of a planned moment of worldwide prayer and remembrance for those killed or missing in the Maui wildfires.

7.1 magnitude earthquake in Sea of Bali; no tsunami threat to Hawai‘i

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center confirms there is no tsunami threat to the Island and State of Hawai‘i.

Kīlauea volcano exhibiting signs of elevated unrest

Elevated seismic activity continues in an area south of Kīlauea’s summit caldera. Earthquakes occurred steadily through the day yesterday, without swarm activity. Most earthquakes have been at a depth of 1-2 miles (2-3 km) below the surface, with no upward migration.

Puna man accused of assaulting father with knife and stick

Hawai‘i Island police officers came in contact with the victim at Hilo Medical Center on Friday. The 57-year-old man told Hilo Patrol officers that his son, later identified as 30-year-old Mark Nakoa Akina, assaulted him at a residence on Paniolo Street during the evening hours of Wednesday and into the later afternoon hours of Thursday.

Maui wildfires update: Authorities release 2 new names of victims killed in Lāhainā Wildfire

The West Maui community were again threatened by a brushfire that broke out Saturday afternoon in Kāʻanapali, leading to the evacuation of residents at Anapuni Loop and West Mahipuna Place.

Puna Geothermal Venture quarterly community meeting this week

Updates on the status of the Big Island geothermal energy facility are planned, as well as a representative from Hawaiʻi County expected to participate and take questions.

Public invited to learn more about Kona Open Space Network plan

The Kona Community Development Plan Action Committee, along with its Kona Open Space Network Plan sub-committee, hope to maintain green drainage and flood control areas while preserving trees for shade and carbon absorption.

Are you ready for a natural disaster, Big Island? Event aimed at increasing preparedness, resilience

Everyone is invited to the free, family-friendly walk-and-talk “Are You Ready?” Waimea Fire Prevention and Resilience Fair on Sept. 9.

Big Island Now No. 25: What is your favorite water sport to participate in on Hawai‘i Island?

There are many other water sports that people enjoy and connect with not only for entertainment but on a cultural level.

Business Monday: Fall in love with treasures found at Hilo’s Knickknackery Antiques and Collectibles Hawaiiana

A Hilo antique shop survived during the pandemic thanks to loyal customers. Now they’re celebrating in their new location at 84 Kapiolani St.

Elevated unrest continues at Kīlauea summit, activity could escalate to an eruption

Earthquake swarms have been rattling the summit for nearly week with none reported Saturday.

Lāhainā community mourns lives lost in deadly fire that killed 115 people so far

Almost every day, more names are released by the Maui Police Department of people who died in the fire — 40 so far. We honor their memory.

Pacific Cancer Foundation is seeking donations as the nonprofit was forced to cancel fundraisers due to the Lāhainā wildfire

The cancellation of three major fundraisers is causing unprecedented financial strain for the Pacific Cancer Foundation, which relies on these events for around 60% of its annual revenue.
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