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AARP Hawai`i Kūpuna to Host Booster Shot Information Session
Kūpuna can get the latest information on COVID-19 vaccine booster shots and ask questions of State Epidemiologist Dr. Sarah Kemble at a free telephone forum sponsored by AARP Hawai`i next week.
Volcano Watch: How Does HVO Determine Regions Most Threatened by Lava Flows?
Most residents of the Island of Hawaiʻi live on one of four potentially active volcanoes and probably have wondered about the threat of lava flows at one time or another.
Pāhoa Squatter Site Goes up in Flames
A single-story structure in Pāhoa was the scene of a blaze during the early morning hours of Saturday, Sept. 18.
Hawaiʻi Surpasses 4K Hospitalizations After Reporting Deadliest Day of Pandemic
The state’s two-week average is now 526 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 6.1%.
Weekend Vaccine, Testing Clinics on Big Island
There will be no clinics on Sunday, but they will resume island-wide on Monday.
Missing Big Island Teenager, Urgent Alert
Police classified the situation as “extreme” in the official report, meaning there is an “extraordinary threat to life or property.”
3-Car Collision Involving Propane Tanker Sends 4 to Hospital on Big Island
The incident closed Highway 11 in Puna for several hours Friday.
CDC to Send Hawai‘i Millions to Protect Nursing Homes Amid Pandemic
The CDC announced the allocation on Friday, Sept. 17, 2021.
Underwater Cleanup Set For Keauhou Bay Saturday
The area has never had marine debris removed on this large of a scale before.
HPD Releases Names of 25 Wanted Individuals
This is a portion of the official warrant list from the County Police Department:
Main Big Island Road Closed in Both Directions
There are no detours in this area and motorists are asked to remain entirely clear of it until the road is reopened.
Fatality Figures Remain Grim as Double-Digit Deaths Reported Again Friday
A total of 89 new infections were identified on the Big Island Friday.
HFD Responds to Fire at Big Island Gym
The department asks that both residents and visitors alike call (808) 935 3311 to report any suspicious fire-related activities.
DHHL Offers Millions in Assistance to Hawaiian Homelands Lessees
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands has launched a new Homeowner Assistance Program for lessees who reside on Hawaiian Home Lands.
Weather Service Issues Red Flag Fire Alert For All Hawaiian Islands
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Puna Murder Case Sent to Prosecutor’s Office
Hawai‘i Island police have forwarded a 2020 Puna murder investigation to the Hawai‘i County Prosecutor’s office for their review.
DOH Reports 8 More COVID-Related Deaths Thursday
A total of 96 new infections were identified on the Big Island Thursday.
