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High Bacteria Levels Detected in Waters at 4 Miles Beach in Keaukaha
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health is retesting Keaukaha Beach – 4 Miles, after high levels of bacteria were detected in the waters.
A Night to Remember: Fashion Show Raises Funds, Awareness for HIV on the Big Island
It was a night to remember — twinkling lights, long dresses and a lit-up runway took over the King Kamehameha Hotel ballroom Saturday night to raise funds and awareness for HIV on the Big Island.
19 Motorists Arrested for DUI
During the week of Aug. 8-14, Hawai‘i Island police arrested 19 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Federal Grant Lands Big Island New Electric Buses
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced Tuesday, Aug. 16 that 21 alternative energy and low-emission buses will be deployed across the state thanks to the “Buses and Bus Facilities” and “Low or No Emission” grants under President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Narrowed-Down Affordable Housing Audit Recommended for Approval
A pared-down request by a West Hawai‘i council member to have the county auditor take a deeper look into the marred county Office of Housing and Community Development’s use of affordable housing credits was recommended for approval by the county’s finance committee.
HPD Seeks Public Help Finding Woman Who Escaped Police Custody
Hawai‘i Island police are asking for the public’s help in locating 34-year-old Jenna Martin who escaped from police custody on Monday, Aug. 15, 2022, at approximately 6:25 p.m.
Motorcyclist Transported to HMC Following Collision in Downtown Hilo
A motorcyclist was transported to Hilo Medical Center after a collision with a vehicle in downtown Hilo on Monday afternoon.
Loitering, Boozing Prompting Council to Consider Temporary Stub-Street Closure
The Hawai‘i County Council will consider closing a stub-street at Ka‘eka Street in North Kona to reduce loitering, drinking and other unseemly behavior.
4 New Monkeypox Cases Reported in Hawaiʻi, DOH Confirms
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is reporting four additional monkeypox cases in Hawaiʻi.
New Safe Place Program Allows Keiki to Notify Bus Drivers if They’re in Danger
The County of Hawaiʻi Mass Transit Agency, in partnership with the National Safe Place Network, is launching a Safe Place initiative to expand the safety net for youth in crisis on Hawaiʻi Island.
Hilo Couple Faces Theft Charges in Connection to Stolen Vehicle and Service Dog
Two Hilo residents face felony charges in connection with the reported theft of a Honda CR-V and service dog from the Prince Kuhio Plaza parking lot on Sunday, Aug. 13.
Police Investigating Stabbing at Kona Bar
Police are investigating a stabbing that sent a Kailua-Kona bar bouncer to the hospital on Saturday night.
HPD Seeks Help Finding Runaway Teen
Authorities seek the public’s help locating a 16-year-old runaway.
Female Found Pinned Between Car, Gate Post in Kea‘au Dies
Hawai‘i police are investigating a public accident involving a single motor vehicle that left a female dead.
Glenwood Transfer Station Partially Reopening Today
The Solid Waste Division will partially reopen its facility at the Glenwood Recycling and Transfer Station. Beginning today, Tuesday, Aug. 16, residents will have access to solid waste disposal and glass recycling only, the mayor’s office announced.
Fellowship Announced for State’s Kaulunani Urban Forestry Program
Are you a college student or recent graduate interested in exploring the role of trees in our communities? The Kaulunani Urban and Community Forestry Program invites applicants for its Tree Canopy Viewer Fellowship program.
Water Line Leak Forces Temporary Closure of Spencer Park at ‘Ōhai‘ula
Spencer Park at ‘Ōhai‘ula will be temporarily closed beginning Aug. 16, due to a water line leak.
Containment Grows Around Leilani Fire Burning on PTA, State Lands
Crews battling the Leilani Fire, burning on state and Pōhakuloa Training Area lands, continue to gain ground on the blaze that’s consumed more than 16,000 acres.
Marriott Waikōloa to Host Job Fair Wednesday
Marriott Vacations Worldwide is hosting an in-person career event for sales and marketing positions on Wednesday, Aug. 17 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. HST at Marriott’s Waikōloa Ocean Club to fill immediate openings.
King’s Hawaiian Voluntarily Recalls Pretzel Hamburger Buns, Slider Buns, Pretzel Bites
King’s Hawaiian has voluntarily recalled its Pretzel Slider Buns, Pretzel Hamburger Buns and Pretzel Bites products out of an abundance of caution following a recall of an ingredient used in the pretzel products from one of its suppliers, Lyons Magnus.
