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Judge releases couple charged with attempted distribution of cocaine near West Hawai‘i school
37-year-old David Jossy and 36-year-old Amy Fattorosi were arrested and charged with several drug offenses following the execution of a narcotics search warrant Tuesday (Nov. 18) at a residence on Lapanui Street in Kona; Lapanui Street runs adjacent and near Kealakehe Intermediate School.
It’s all fun and games, even when learning how to create healthy relationships
Dr. Michael Aronowitz hosting Game Night with Lasting Benefits this weekend that will teach participants some of the skills and tools needed to sustain any kind of connection.
Ua ʻŌhiʻa Lani: Hawai‘i students name mesmerizing image for Gemini 25th Anniversary
Gaseous pillars and a sparkling star cluster, reminiscent of rain in ʻōhiʻa forests, featured in the image from Gemini North telescope atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island.
UPDATE: Big Island summits brace for freezing rain, snow through Thursday morning
A winter weather advisory remains in effect for the Big Island summits, with the National Weather Service alerting locals of a rare tropical surge bringing snow and freezing rain between now and Thursday.
Wreath-making workshop in Kona promotes use of native plants during holiday season
While all the spots are filled for wreath-making, there is still plenty of native flora that will be available for free during the Laʻau Love Fest at the West Hawaiʻi Civic Center on Saturday.
Historic University of Hawai‘i at Hilo men’s soccer season to continue
Vulcans seeded No. 9 in NCAA Super 4 Regional, will enter NCAA postseason for the first time in program history.
OHA urges national leadership to include Native Hawaiian voices in military lease talks
As military leases on key Hawaiian lands approach expiration, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is pushing for Native Hawaiian inclusion in future negotiations.
Motorists reminded: ‘Safety starts with you’ during Crash Responder Safety Week
Secondary traffic crashes are the No. 1 cause of death nationwide for emergency responders.
Outreach team from Hawaiian Council coming to Big Island to help with emergency relief applications
While the longest federal government shutdown in the nation’s history ended last week, many residents continue to face financial strain as they await delayed pay and benefits.
Puna Geothermal to host final quarterly community meeting of 2025
The meeting is slated for 4 p.m. Nov. 25 at the Pāhoa Neighborhood Facility, located at 15-0322 Kauhale St., in Pāhoa.
County renews voluntary compliance order to stop spread of coconut rhinoceros beetle
West Hawaiʻi residents are urged to stop the movement of host materials for the invasive coconut rhinoceros beetle.
Hawaiian Electric, Pacific Biodiesel partner for holiday rice drive, recipe contest
Employees donate rice for local food banks; holiday recipe contest celebrates cooking with local ingredients
UPDATE: Water main break repairs completed in Āhualoa-Paʻauilo Mauka area
Hawaiʻi County Department of Water Supply also reports that water service has been restored to all affected customers.
Drivers reminded of legal duty to protect first responders on Hawaiʻi roads
As National Crash Responders Safety Week kicks off, the Hawaiʻi Police Department urges drivers to adhere to the “Move Over Law” to protect emergency personnel on the roads.
South Kohala Officer Kiley Loo named Officer of the Quarter for traffic safety efforts
Officer Kiley Loo of the South Kohala Patrol has been honored as the Officer of the Quarter for Q3 2025 by the Hawaiʻi Island Safety and Security Professionals Association.
Traditional Hawaiian fishponds show resiliency to climate change, study shows
Researchers from the university’s Hawaiʻi Institute of Marine Biology discovered that indigenous aquaculture systems effectively shield fish populations from the negative impacts of climate change, demonstrating resilience and bolstering local food security.
New study uncovers intricate vocal behavior of Hawaiian monk seals
Researchers have found 25 distinct underwater calls that suggest complex communication strategies previously unknown in any seal species.
Speed to be reduced in 4 areas on Hawai‘i Belt Road
The new speed limits will be effective when sign installations are complete.
Mayor Alameda appoints new directors for Environmental Management, Public Works departments
Daniel Girvan replaces Wesley Segawa as director of the Department of Environmental Management, with Segawa becoming director of the Department of Public Works.
Rate increase for Hawai‘i shipping company starts in January
The Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission unanimously approved a 25.75% rate increase for the limited liability company, Young Brothers, effective Jan. 1, 2026.
