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23 New COVID Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 135 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 87,345.
Big Island Weekly Lane Closures: Nov. 27 to Dec. 3
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation announced road and lane closures for the week of Nov. 27 to Dc. 3.
Charges Filed in Case of Stolen Vehicle From Pizza Delivery Employee
Bail was maintained on a Mountain View man accused of operating a stolen vehicle and being in possession of stolen license plates.
Hawai’i Island Residents Sentenced in Federal Drug Case
Hawai’i County Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen announced Friday that Malia Broome, 45, of Waimea and Billie Jack Peridot, 43, aka “BJ” Kawelo of Puna, were sentenced Nov. 18 to federal prison for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine.
2 New COVID Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 27 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 87,210.
HPD Seeks Help Finding Runaway Hilo Teen
Authorities are seeking the public’s help locating a 17-year-old runaway.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled at Kealakehe Elementary
A fire hydrant flow test is scheduled at Kealakehe Elementary School on Tuesday, Nov. 30.
Police to Host Drunk Driving Sign Waving in Hilo on Thanksgiving Day
Once again across Hawai’i County, traditional Thanksgiving travel plans may be changing because of the public health emergency, but that’s no excuse to change safe driving practices.
VOLCANO WATCH: The refilling of Halemaʻumaʻu crater
Halemaʻumaʻu crater has undergone repeated changes during the past two centuries.
Six New Virus Deaths Reported For Second Straight Day
The state’s seven-day average is now 95 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.4%.
Celebrate Giving Tuesday With Natural Spaces in Hawai‘i
Nature lovers can now celebrate Giving Tuesday on Nov. 30 with a new donation opportunity to give back to the land.
HPD Investigates Theft of DLNR Vehicles in Hilo
Hawaiʻi Island Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating vehicles which were removed from the DLNR Forest and Wildlife Division baseyard in Hilo late Tuesday evening.
Salvation Army Provides Thanksgiving Meals to Those in Need
The Salvation Army (SA) continues to find ways to ensure a Thanksgiving meal is delivered to those most in need amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Customers See Costs Rise in Thanksgiving Supplies
The parking lot at the Downtown KTA Super Stores in Hilo was packed on the eve of Thanksgiving.
UH to Host Online Auction to Raise Money for Student Financial Aid
“We need your support,” said Hawaiʻinuākea director of strategic partnerships Malia Nobrega. “This is an exciting and fun way to help our students, and at the same time have a chance to win creative, fun and unique items and experiences from community practitioners and friends!”
Apply Now for HMSA Kaimana Scholarship
Hawai‘i Medical Service Association is again providing an opportunity for graduating high school students to apply for scholarship assistance to continue their education on the college level.
DOH Reports 14 New COVID Cases on Big Island 2 Days in a Row
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 115 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 87,106.
Solid Waste Facilities to Close for Thanksgiving
Transfer stations, recycling centers, and landfill will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 25, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Governor to Ease Virus Restrictions, Starting With Restaurants and Bars
Hawai´i County Mayor Mitch Roth said restrictions on the Big Island will look very different in the days to come.
Coast Guard Patrols off Big Island 19 Days in November
“While underway, the MSST conducted 38 maritime security and response patrols and two interagency patrols with our law enforcement partners over at NOAA and DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement. Air crews from Air Station Barbers Point also conducted seven law enforcement patrols over the course of 17 flight hours.”
