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COVID Recoveries Continue Among HCCC Inmates
Inmates infected with COVID-19 at Hawaii Community Correctional Center continue to get better with authorities reporting 16 additional recoveries as of Thursday, June 24.
HPM Building Supply Reaches Halfway Point of 100 Acts of Service
HPM Building Supply has reached the halfway mark of its pledge to complete 100 Acts of Service to mark its centennial anniversary.
Hawai´i Vacation Rental Demand Surges in May
Vacation rental demand across the Hawaiian Islands was back in a big way in May.
Fireworks, Other July 4th Celebrations Back on Big Island
Some road closures and other adjustments will accompany official Independence Day celebrations on the Big Island.
Three Clean Transportation Bills Signed Into Law Thursday
Three House bills that support Hawaiʻi’s transition to clean ground transportation were signed into law Thursday by Governor David Ige.
Volcano Watch: Seismic Halfalogues; Earthquakes Only Part of the Conversation
The journey from volcanic repose to a climactic eruption is like a mystery movie that keeps you at the edge of your seat.
Bacteria Levels Elevated at Puhi Bay, Back to Normal at Onekahakaha Beach
Bacteria levels at Onekahakaha Beach Swimming Area are now back to normal, however, authorities are retesting Puhi Bay after detecting high levels of enterococci in the water.
Trans-Pacific Travel Restrictions, Gathering Limits to be Lifted in July
Hawai´i will rollback more travel and gathering restrictions next month, as coronavirus vaccination rates continue to rise across all islands.
6 New COVID Cases Identified on Big Island
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 55 new cases of coronavirus statewide Thursday, bringing the overall total to 37,484. No new COVID-related deaths were reported.
BISAC to Reconnect With Rural Communities; Offer Mental Health, Substance Abuse Treatment
After a nearly two-year hiatus, the Big Island Substance Abuse Council (BISAC) will return to Hawai‘i Island’s rural communities, offering mental health and substance abuse services.
Native Hawaiian Health Care System Set to Receive Federal Funding
The Native Hawaiian Health Care System (NHHCS), which coordinates health care programs and services for Native Hawaiians on five of the Hawaiian Islands, will receive a total of $18.2 million in federal funding.
Man Rescued After Car Crashes Into Hilo Harbor
Big Island Police on Wednesday rescued a man from the waters of Hilo Harbor.
Big Island Reports 12 New Infections Wednesday
The state’s two-week average is 39 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.3%.
High Bacteria Levels Detected in Hilo Beach Waters, DOH Retesting
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health (DOH) is retesting a Hilo beach after high levels of bacteria were detected in the water.
HELCO to Auto-Enroll Past Due Accounts in Payment Plan Beginning in July
May 31 marked the end of the moratorium on disconnections set by the Public Utilities Commission.
HCCC Inmate Transfers to O‘ahu Prison Test Positive for COVID-19
New COVID-19 cases were identified among inmates at the state prison on O‘ahu following a prisoner transfer from Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center last week.
Underweight Hawaiian Monk Seal Pup Rescued Off Midway Atoll
An endangered Hawaiian monk seal pup prematurely separated from its mother was rescued from Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument and airlifted to Kailua-Kona’s mammal hospital for treatment.
Police ID Man Killed in Second Officer-Involved Shooting
Authorities have identified a man killed during an officer-involved shooting on June 18 as 31-year-old Daniel Buckingham.
DUI Arrests Continue to Outpace Last Year’s Totals
DUI roadblocks and patrols will continue islandwide.
Mauna Kea Resort Seeking Hires For Multiple Positions
Mauna Kea Resort, which is comprised of the Big Island’s Mauna Kea Beach Hotel and The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort, is actively seeking new team members for their culinary and housekeeping departments.
