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Blaze Destroys Gazebo in Pāhoa Subdivision
No injuries were reported after a gazebo-type structure went up in flames in a Pāhoa subdivision Tuesday evening.
Halloween ‘Trunk or Treat’ Drive Thru Parade
For contests, participants will be judged on the best presentation, use of their vehicles, and Halloween theme.
Viewer Video: Car Fire Slows Traffic on Highway 190
Hawaiʻi Fire responded to a car fire on Highway 190 by Lihau Street this afternoon.
UH Opens Applications for Fall 2022 Semester
Approximately $64 million in scholarships and grants are available in 2022–23.
Volunteer Firefighter on Road to Recovery After Falling Into Underground Fire
A Hawaiʻi volunteer firefighter is still recovering from third-degree burns after falling into a hole about eight weeks ago where an underground fire in Kaʻu was raging.
19 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 74 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 83,522. No new COVID-related fatalities were also reported.
5th Annual ʻŌhiʻa Love Festival Goes Virtual Second Year in a Row
The fifth annual ʻŌhiʻa Love Festival will be held online for a second consecutive year.
Big Island Arson Suspect Flees Scene on Lawnmower
An arson suspect led Big Island police on a unique chase through Kailua-Kona on Monday.
Officer Recognized for Tracking Down Suspects Assaulting Hikers in Keaʻau
Hawaii police officer was recognized for his work in tracking down suspects who reportedly assaulted hikers in Keaʻau.
DLNR Updates Outdoor Recreation Plan, Seeks Public Input
Every five years people have an opportunity to review and provide update suggestions to the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation plan.
HVPN Offers Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is offering family events this Halloween weekend.
DOH Reports 97 New Cases Monday
A total of 28 new infections were identified on the Big Island Monday.
Puna Man Charged With String of Crimes Including Kidnapping, Robbery
The charges are merely allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Vehicle, Carport go up in Flames on Big Island Sunday
The Hawai´i Fire Department doused a structure fire in Pāhoa on Sunday afternoon.
Scientists Warn Biodiversity of Islands in Peril
aid, include UH Mānoa’s Lyon Arboretum, the Mānoa Cliffs Restoration Project, Hawaii Audubon Society, and other community and school groups.
OHA and KUPU Help With Conservation
The grant will help to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Native Hawaiian ‘ohana and communities.
Hawaiian Electric Begins Next Stage of Renewable Energy Procurement
Hawaiian Electric exceeded the state milestone of 30% of electricity sales coming from renewable sources in 2020, with Hawai‘i Island recording a renewable portfolio standard of 43.4%.
Salvation Army Announces 2021 Thanksgiving Meals
Monetary donations to support The Salvation Army may be made online at Hawaii.SalvationArmy.org.
Governor Releases $2,200,000 for Capital Improvement Projects
$700,000 to finance upgrades for the Kamuela Vacuum Cooling Plant on Hawaiʻi Island, demolition of a warehouse, and clearing of related environmental hazards.
163 New Statewide Cases
ndividuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 888 have died.
