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Persistent Trade Winds Kept Leeward Side of Big Island Mostly Dry
The windward side of the Big Island saw near to above average rainfall totals at the close of 2020 while persistent trade winds over the past couple months have kept the leeward areas mostly dry.
Human Remains Discovered in Aloha Estates
Big Island authorities are looking into a likely murder in East Hawai‘i.
Puna Strong Grant Program Launches
HCF encourages organizations and individuals from the communities of Puna to reach out and explore potential projects or initiatives to be considered for funding.
Goodfellow Bros. Cited, Fined After Sewage Discharge into Reed’s Bay
Goodfellow Bros., LLC, was issued a Notice of Violation Order (NOVO) and fined after accidentally discharging thousands of gallons of untreated domestic sewage into Reed’s Bay in November.
Volcano Watch: New Tephra Lab For HVO Eruption Monitoring
Lava activity is confined to Halemaʻumaʻu with lava erupting from vents on the northwest side of the crater.
Congress Talks 25th Amendment, Trump Impeachment in Wake of Capitol Riots
By pursuing the route of impeachment, the Senate could theoretically ban Trump from ever holding federal office again.
DOH Reports 322 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 322 new cases of coronavirus Thursday, raising the statewide total to 22,631.
‘Kanaka Garden’ in Wailoa River State Recreation Area Removed
Early this morning officers from the DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement (DOCARE) stood watch as a crew from the DLNR Division of State Parks removed illegally planted taro and banana trees from the Wailoa River State Recreation Area.
Dome Fountain Occurring Within Halema‘uma‘u Lava Lake
Dome fountains with an estimated height of 16 feet have been occurring in recent days near the west vent feeding the Halema‘uma‘u lava lake.
N. Hawai‘i Community Hospital Offers COVID Vaccine to Various Healthcare Workers
Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital is now offering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination to all community healthcare providers and their staff members who work with patients.
Police Cite 1,000 For DUI Over Previous Year
There were 57 drivers arrested for driving under the influence of an intoxicant who were under the age of 21 in 2020.
Vaccination Hubs Open for Healthcare Workers
COVID-19 vaccination hubs help speed dosages to independent healthcare providers.
New Rent Relief Program Announced
The Rent Assistance and Mediation Program (RAMP) will provide assistance for Hawai‘i renters who have experienced a reduction in income or work hours.
HPD Seeks Public’s Help in Locating 13-Year-Old Runaway
Hawaiʻi police are asking for the public’s help in locating runaway Naturally Torres, who was last seen in Hawaiian Paradise Park on Jan. 5, 2021.
HVNP Releases January Flight Plans Schedule
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park released upcoming flight plans for January.
Puna Geothermal Venture Meetings Scheduled for Upcoming Year
Puna Geothermal Venture (PGV) has announced meeting dates for 2021. Its next virtual community meeting will be held Wednesday, Jan. 13 at 4 p.m. PGV, along with representatives of Hawaiian Electric Company and the County of Hawai‘i, will give updates and answer questions from the public. PGV also plans to hold meetings on the second […]
DOH Adds 10 to COVID-Related Death Tally
Hawai‘i’s two-week average has now increased to 140 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 3.5%.
Vaccine Distribution Started at Life Care Center in Hilo
Life Care Center of Hilo has begun the process of vaccinating their residents and associates with FDA-authorized COVID-19 vaccines.
