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HIDOE Reports Dip in Academic Performance Among Keiki
State testing assessments of keiki within the Hawaiʻi Department of Education (HIDOE) follow a nationwide downward trend in academic performance attributed to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, officials announced earlier this week.
44 New COVID-19 Confirmed on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 168 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 83,188.
Rules Amended for Surf Schools at Kahaluʻu Bay
DLNR’s State Board of Land and Natural Resources approved permits in shifts for surf schools at Kahaluʻu Bay.
Big Island Weekly Lane Closures: Oct. 23-29
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation announced weekly lane closures on the Big Island for the week of Oct. 23-29.
HFD Conducts Animal Rescue From Big Island Shoreline
The Hawai´i Fire Department rescued a stray calf from the Pepe´ekeo shoreline Friday morning.
Kamuela Man Arrested For String of Property Crimes
On Thursday morning, South Kohala Patrol and Community Police officers responded to a report of a burglary at a business located in the 1100 block of Lindsey Road in Kamuela.
Dispose of Unwanted Meds During Drug Take-Back Initiative
Authorities are encouraging the public to participate in the nationwide prescription drug take-back initiative on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Water Shutoff Set For N. Kohala
Water will be temporarily turned off in several areas in North Kohala from 11 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28 to 3 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 29.
Infant planet discovered by UH-led Team Using Maunakea Telescopes
One of the youngest planets ever found around a distant infant star was discovered by an international team of scientists led by University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa faculty, students and alumni.
HPD Issues Names of 25 Wanted on Big Island
Persons who know a warrant is out for their arrest are advised to report to the nearest police station to avoid having an officer go to their home or workplace to arrest them.
DOH Reports 34 New COVID Cases on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 134 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 83,020.
Co-Defendant in S. Kona Home Invasion Sentenced to Up to 15 Years in Prison
n in South Kona in December 2020, as well as offenses with the theft of a firearm and multiple vehicles following the robbery.
No Injuries Reported After Hilo Shed Fire
No injuries were reported after a shed was destroyed in a fire in Hilo Thursday, Oct. 21.
Officials Say Nēnē Deaths Due to ‘Speeding and Feeding’ at HVNP
October marks the start of nēnē breeding and nesting season in Hawaiʻi, but this season is off to a deadly start for native geese in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
Ke Kai Ola Veterinarian Hopeful to Save Endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal From Toxoplasmosis
It’s been two weeks since an endangered Hawaiian monk seal began its treatment at Kailua-Kona’s marine mammal hospital against a deadly parasitic disease.
Hawai‘i Approves Moderna, Johnson & Johnson Booster Shots
Mixing and matching of all US-approved COVID-19 vaccines is allowed.
Ship Offers Free In-Person, Virtual Counseling Sessions for Medicare Registration
Open enrollment for Medicare began Oct. 15 and continues through Dec. 7 for those who are eligible, but enrolling can be challenging.
VOLCANO WATCH: The Canary Islands ‘Mega-Tsunami’ Hypothesis And Why it Doesn’t Carry Water
The recent eruption on La Palma, in the Canary Islands, has stimulated speculation that the volcano might collapse, creating a tsunami that would devastate the east coast of North and South America. But is such a scenario possible or likely?
New Scams Target Hawaiian Electric Customers
Hawaiian Electric is warning about new schemes to defraud customers.
Land Deal Will Protect, Conserve Nearly 1,400 Acres at Kaunāmano
Nearly 1,400 acres of Big Island land, and troves of accompanying Hawaiian culture, will be protected following a deal made official Thursday.
