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Feedback Sought on Soil Remediation Plan for Kolekole Beach Park
Public feedback is sought regarding the Department of Health’s proposed remediation plan to address the lead found in soil near Kolekole Stream Bridge and within Kolekole Beach Park in Honomu.
Brown Water Advisory Issued for Keaukaha
A Brown Water Advisory has been issued at Keaukaha area to the Hāmākua Coast.
Police Community Outreach Virtual Event Set For October
This virtual event is an opportunity for community members to engage in conversation with their district police officers.
Flash Flood Warning Issued for East Hawaiʻi
A flash flood warning has been issued across the Hāmākua coast, including the Hilo and Puna Districts, the National Weather Service in Honolulu reported early Tuesday morning.
Flood Advisory Issued For Several Sections of Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a flood advisory for several portions of Hawai´i County late Monday night.
County Submits Final Designs for Hwy 137, Lower Pohoiki Rd Restoration/Realignment
Both projects are funded with the help of a FEMA Public Assistance grant due to the 2018 Kīlauea eruption.
Direct Deposit Email Scam Surfaces in Hawaiʻi
Police advise anyone who receives email requests dealing with financial information to first verify the request is legitimate.
Game Bird Hunting Season Opens in November
A valid hunting license and a game bird stamp are required for all game bird hunting on public and private lands.
Ka‘ū Man Arrested for Spree of Property Crimes
Hawai‘i Island police have charged a 28-year-old Ka‘ū man in connection with several property crimes over the weekend.
DOH Reports 113 New COVID Cases Monday
The state’s seven-day average is now 167 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.8%.
Police Identify Victim in Fatal Big Island Motorcycle Crash
This is the 20th traffic fatality this year compared to 13 at this time last year.
High Surf to Remain Throughout Islands Through Mid-Week
Much of Hawaii has seen elevated surf over the last several days, and it isn’t expected to recede anytime soon.
Get Answers to COVID-19, Vaccine Booster Questions
People with vaccine questions can also call the Aloha United Way’s 211 Call Center at 2-1-1. The AUW211 call center is open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Waikoloa Man Dies in Motorcycle Crash
The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. Police believe that speed was a possible factor in the incident.
$11 Million in DOE Funding for Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions
This funding provides critical support to Native Hawaiian students in their ongoing educations.
Crash Closes Major Big Island Intersection
Motorists are asked to drive with caution and watch out for first responders on-scene.
Wind and Surf Advisory Extended
The National Weather Service high surf advisory for east and south facing shores has been extended to Sunday evening.
Magnitude-6.2 Quake Rocks Big Island
A series of earthquakes struck off the Ka´ū coast late Sunday morning.
