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Water Main Break Reported in South Hilo
Hawai‘i County crews are working to repair a water main break in South Hilo.
Drugs, Loaded Firearm Found During Puna Traffic Stop
A vehicle pursuit in Puna led to the arrest of a Mountain View woman who was reportedly found in possession of a loaded firearm and drugs, authorities confirmed Friday.
DOH Reports 110 New COVID Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 110 new cases of coronavirus Friday.
Over 300 Abandoned Cars Removed from Makuʻu
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL), in coordination with the County of Hawaiʻi, has completed the removal of 382 intentionally abandoned vehicles.
Early COVID Surveillance Testing Shows Minimal Virus Penetration of Hawai‘i’
Hawai‘i’s pre-travel test is doing what it’s supposed to, at least so far.
8 New COVID Cases Reported on the Big Island
Eight new COVID-19 cases have been reported on the Big Island today.
HPD Outstanding Warrants List: Nov. 13, 2020
HPD released its weekly list of names wanted on outstanding warrants.
Loss of Ka‘ahakini Stream Bridge Concerns Hakalau Residents
Some Hakalau residents worry they could be cut off from emergency responders with two local bridges out of service and another unable to support the weight of a fire truck.
Free COVID Testing Sites on Big Island Through Nov. 16
No insurance is necessary to be tested, but those requesting a test are asked to bring insurance cards if they have one. No co-pay will be required of individuals being tested.
Hawai‘i Restaurant Card Program Extended For Holidays
Businesses can purchase cards in denominations from between $5 and $1,000.
HMC’s Early COVID Treatment Program Shows Promise
An early COVID-19 treatment program put in place at Hilo Medical Center has proven to be successful.
HTFG Completes Plant Containment Greenhouse in South Kona
Going on three years in the making, the Hawai‘i Tropical Fruit Growers organization has completed its greenhouse in South Kona
Coronavirus Cluster Report New Weekly Addition to DOH Virus Updates
Weekly COVID cluster reports will be released Thursday by the state Department of Health, beginning this week.
Warning Siren Blares Erroneously in HPP
A siren mistakenly went off in Hawaiian Paradise Park on Thursday afternoon.
Civil Defense Identifies 15 More COVID Cases on Big Island
A total of 12 individuals remain hospitalized islandwide as a result of COVID-19 infection.
Construction Waste Now Disposable at E. Hawaiʻi Sort Station
Construction and demolition (C&D) waste and/or grading and grubbing (G&G) materials are already accepted at the West Hawaiʻi Sanitary Landfill.
Kohala Center Launches Food Insecurity Program
The Full Calabash Fund, a statewide effort to support vulnerable families and food producers most impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, was set in motion Tuesday.
Parker School Grandparent Wins Statewide Fundraiser Award
A Waimea resident was honored today as one of Hawaiʻiʻs outstanding leaders in philanthropy.
Hawaiian Airlines Offers HawaiianMiles Redemption for COVID-19 Mail-In Test Kit
Loyalty program members with Hawaiian Airlines will now be able to redeem miles for a pre-travel COVID-19 test.
