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Temporary Water Shutoff Scheduled in Pāpaʻikou
A temporary water shutoff is scheduled for waterline connections and pipeline replacement in Pāpaʻikou.
Former Maui Police Officer Sentenced to Prison for Soliciting Sex in Exchange for Perjured Testimony
A former Maui Police officer was sentenced to 30 months in prison Wednesday, Nov. 3, after pleading guilty to soliciting a sexual relationship in exchange for a perjured testimony.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled in South Hilo
A fire hydrant flow test is scheduled on Thursday, Nov. 4, for customers along Ponahawai Street in South Hilo.
American Job Center Hawaiʻi to Host Free, Virtual Job Fair Thursday
The American Job Center Hawaiʻi will host a free virtual Job Fair on Thursday.
Unemployment Offices to Reopen In-Person Services
The Department of Labor & Industrial Relations announced Wednesday that it will open offices statewide.
Schools to Soon Offer COVID-19 Vaccine for Keiki Ages 5-11
COVID-19 vaccination doses will be available for keiki at East Hawaii clinics within the next week or two.
DOH Reports 176 New Cases Statewide
A total of 21 new infections were identified on the Big Island Wednesday.
Essential Training Scheduled at PTA This Month
Military units are scheduled to conduct essential training activities at Pōhakuloa Training Area (PTA) in November that may be heard by surrounding communities, officials announced Tuesday.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled by UH Palamanui Campus
A fire hydrant flow test is scheduled on Nov. 4 for customers within the University of Hawai‘i, Palamanui Campus in North Kona.
33 Motorists Arrested Last Week for DUI
Thirty-three motorists were arrested during the week of Oct. 25-31 for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Authorized for Keiki Age 5-11
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is authorizing certified vaccination providers to administer Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for children age 5-11 immediately.
Popular Big Island Trail, Campground to Close for Regular Upkeep
A popular Waipiʻo Valley trail and campground will close for routine maintenance later this month.
Big Changes Coming to Social Restrictions, International Travel to Hawai´i
Hawai´i is rolling back more COVID restrictions on both social gatherings and international travel throughout the first half of November.
Job Hunt at Hawaiʻi County Virtual Job Fair
The American Job Center Hawaiʻi (AJCH) will be hosting a free virtual Job Fair on Thursday, Nov. 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
13 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 38 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 84,402.
Wēkiu Bug Population Increases on Maunakea
The population of the endemic wēkiu bug, which can only be found on puʻu (cinder cones) on the summit of Maunakea, remains healthy, according to the insect captures recorded during the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship’s (CMS) annual arthropod monitoring surveys this year.
Governor Ige Pledges Hawai‘i Will Lead at Glasgow Climate Conference
Hawai‘i is the first state to commit to a 100% clean energy goal.
Police Renew Request for Information in Big Island Cold Case Homicide
The Hawaii Police Department has asked again for information on a murder that occurred more than 40 years ago on the Big Island.
Kamuela Vacuum Cooling Plant to be Upgraded With CIP Funds
Beyond upgrades, work on the facility will include the demolition of a warehouse and the clearing of related environmental hazards.
