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Oh, Canada: Hawai‘i to Offer Quarantine Exemption to Canadians by Next Month
Air Canada and WestJet are partnering with the state to implement the program north of the border.
Hawai‘i Tightens Pre-Travel Testing Requirements
Hawai‘i’s Safe Travels coronavirus testing program will remain in effect, but with an important change beginning next week.
Big Island Nears 1,500 COVID Cases Since Tracking Began
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 107 new cases of coronavirus Thursday.
First Hawai‘i Inmate at Arizona Prison Succumbs to COVID-19
A Hawai‘i inmate at Saguaro Correctional Center died a COVID-19-related death on Tuesday at an Arizona hospital, officials reported Thursday.
Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Missing Man
Hawai‘i Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in locating 44-year-old male Lester Lorenz, who has been reported as missing.
Wailuku Bridge Repairs to Result in Detour
The need for emergency repairs to the makai bridge girders was found as crews completed spall repairs to the deck of the bridge.
Garter Snake Found in Christmas Tree Shipment to Hawai‘i
A Pacific tree frog was among the other pests also found in the same container.
WATCH: What to do Immediately Following a Flood
SPONSORED: Information in this article and video is provided by Premier Restoration Hawaii. The best thing you can do immediately following a flood or discovering water damage is to call a professional and certified water damage restoration company in order to minimize damages and begin the structural drying process. However, following a large weather event where […]
DOH Reports 71 New Cases, 1 COVID-Related Death Wednesday
The statewide two-week average for daily new cases is 88, with a test positivity rate of 2%.
Grants Available to Nursing Homes to Obtain Equipment for In-Person Visits
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is making Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funds available to Medicare-certified skilled nursing facilities to acquire visitation equipment for in-person visits.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled in South Hilo
The Department of Water Supply will be conducting a fire hydrant flow test in South Hilo between the hours of 4-5 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020.
COVID Testing Schedule Through Nov. 23
Be sure to wear a face covering at all times and observe social distancing.
Runaway Located in Good Condition
Police ask anyone with information on the whereabouts of any runaways, or missing people of any kind, to contact the department immediately.
HTA Now Accepting Health And Safety Plans From Hawai‘i Hotels
The proclamation requires that all “hotel operators shall publish the COVID-19 Health and Safety Plans of each property they operate.”
53 New Cases of COVID Found Statewide Tuesday
A total of 1,212 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-infection.
Spectators Out for 2021 Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualalai
The 25th annual season-opening event on PGA TOUR Champions will be held the week of Jan. 19-23, 2021, with all three competition rounds televised on Golf Channel.
East Hawai‘i Solid Waste Service Closures Tuesday
Moster services will reopen as regularly scheduled Wednesday.
Civil Defense Counts 3 New COVID Cases on Big Island
Nine individuals are currently hospitalized on the Big Island as a result of COVID-19 infection.
