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High Bacteria Levels Detected in Waters at Kailua Pier
An advisory has been posted at Kailua Pier after high levels of bacteria were discovered in the waters.
US, State Flags to Fly Half-Staff Thursday in Honor of Republican Leader John Carroll
During his political career, Carroll served four terms in the state House of Representatives and one term in the state Senate.
County Announces Thursday Road Closure, Delays and Detours for Kīlauea Avenue
Motorists are asked to drive with caution in the area.
HTA Releases Finals Visitor Satisfaction Survey
The top two visitor complaints were both COVID-related.
Hawai‘i County Fined for Failure to Meet Deadline in Design of Pāhala Wastewater Treatment Facility
The County of Hawai‘i is being fined $28,500 for failure to meet the milestone requiring the complete design of the Pāhala Wastewater Treatment Facility in Pāhala that will replace five large capacity cesspools (LCCs).
Acting Gov. Connors Declares Disaster Emergency Relief Period for Maui Drought
Large numbers of axis dear have migrated into agricultural and developed areas, seeking food and water – contributing to the loss of crops and the devastation of area farms.
Pop-Up COVID Vaccine Clinic Scheduled Thursday for Keiki Ages 5 and Up
A free pop-up COVID-19 clinic is scheduled at the Kona Commons McDonald’s, located at 74-5453 Makala Blvd., for keiki ages 5 and up on Thursday, Nov. 11.
28 New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 142 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 85,360.
27 Motorists Arrested for DUI From Nov. 1-7
Twenty-seven motorists were arrested for DUI during the week of Nov. 1 through Nov. 7.
HPD Locates 4 Reported Runaways Over 2 Days
Hawai‘i Island police report that four runaways in East Hawai‘i have been located in the past two days.
Eruption at Kīlauea Picks Back Up
The eruption at Kīlauea has reinflated after weeks of diminishing lava flow.
BIIF Girls Volleyball Match: Honokaʻa VS Kealakehe
Big Island Interscholastic Federation (BIIF) Girls Volleyball game between Honokaʻa High School and Kealakehe High School will be broadcast on Nā Leo TV Thursday, Nov. 11.
HPD Officer Recognized for Leadership in Multi-Agency Warrant Sweep Operation
South Hilo Community Policing Officer Tyler Jelsma was honored with the Haweo Award last week for his leadership in managing a multi-agency warrant sweep in East Hawaiʻi that resulted in seven arrests.
County to Host Meeting on Community Development Block Grant Program
Funds will be used to implement projects identified in the county’s 2020 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan.
KCH Looks to Grow Staff Through Specialty Hires, New Accredited Program
With COVID-19 cases on the steady decline, Kona Community Hospital is looking at long-term solutions to expand and bolster its workforce.
Halekiʻi Market Announces HoliDaze Series of Events Through Holiday Season
Apart from the scheduled first-Saturdays, two new dates have been added.
Big Island Zoo to Close for Maintenance
Big Island’s only zoo will close for maintenance work later this month.
Police Seek Public Help Finding Teen Runaway
Authorities seek the public’s help locating a 14-year-old boy, reported as a runaway.
Puna Man Faces Slew of Property Crime Charges
A Puna man wanted on three outstanding warrants is now facing a slew of charges in connection to property crimes committed in the Hawaiian Paradise Park area in September.
