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Officer Recognized for Remarkable Rescue After Difficult-to-Find Car Accident
Exemplifying determination and diligence in locating the scene of a traffic collision in a remote area that resulted in the rescue of the elderly driver, Hawai‘i Police Department Officer Jenna Kosinski-Santos was honored with the Hāweo Award during a ceremony held at Hawai‘i County Council chambers in Kona on Tuesday, May 3.
Student Walkout Planned at Kea‘au High School to Combat Sexual Assault and ‘Culture on Campus’
A pair of students at Kea’au High School are organizing a walk-out this week as a way to demonstrate against sexual assault that they say is too prevalent on campus.
Hilo Man Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Government of COVID-Relief Funds
A Hilo man pleaded guilty today, Tuesday, May 17, to fraud in connection to coronavirus-relief funds.
Online Informational Session Planned for Anyone Interested in Becoming a Foster Parent
May is National Foster Care Month and Child and Family Service, a family-centered Hawai‘i nonprofit, is seeking loving and reliable adults who want to be foster parents.
High Bacteria Levels Detected at Keaukaha Beach
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health is retesting Keaukaha Beach after high levels of bacteria were detected in the water.
2 UH-Hilo Baseball Players Receive Post-Season Honors
Two members of the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo Vulcans baseball team have earned post-season Pacific West Conference honors.
Police Investigating Following Discovery of Body in Kona
Big Island police are investigating after a body was found near an intersection in West Hawai‘i.
Former Kaua‘i Police Department Employee Indicted For Felony Theft
A former employee of the Kaua‘i Police Department has been indicted for fraud and theft by a Kaua‘i County grand jury.
New And Improved Tennis Courts Now Open at UH-Hilo
The University of Hawai‘i at Hilo has re-opened its tennis courts after making several improvements and additions.
Building Division Issues Reminder on Permit Expirations as of June 1
The Department of Public Works Building Division reminded the public about permit expirations as of June 1.
Puna Man Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter in 2019 Mountain View Shooting
A Puna Man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in relation to a 2019 shooting in Mountain View.
Police Arrest 23 Motorists for DUI
Big Island police continue their pursuit of making the island’s roadways safe from motorists who drive under the influence of an intoxicant.
HSTA Board Approves Mahi as Executive Director
The Hawai‘i State Teachers Association’s Board of Directors on Saturday, May 14 approved hiring veteran Hawaii teacher, administrator, union and student advocate Ann Mahi as the HSTA’s next executive director.
Police Renew Request For Public’s Help With Finding Missing Hilo Man
Big Island police are asking the public again for its help to find a missing Hilo man.
Big Island Job Openings: Featured Openings From May 11 to 16
Big Island Now’s featured jobs from May 11 to 16, 2022.
‘I Don’t Want to Place Another Name on That Wall’: Ceremony Pays Tribute to Fallen Police Officers
“Today, we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.”
Hawai‘i Set to Receive Federal Dollars to Help Save Hawaiian Honeycreepers from Extinction
Federal dollars are headed to Hawai‘i to help address the extinction crisis facing at least four species of native Hawaiian birds.
Plenty of Pros: Missing Out on Teacher of the Year Award Gives Waiākea Finalist More Time in the Classroom
Kurt Russell, a history teacher from Oberlin High School in Ohio, was named the 2022 National Teacher of the Year.
Police Week Kicks Off With Ceremony in Hilo
The community has gathered at the Hilo police station this morning to celebrate Police Week and honor Hawaiʻi police officers who have fallen in the line of duty.
