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Above Average Rainfall Recorded on Kona Slopes in June
The Kona slopes received above-average rainfall in June while most leeward areas in the state saw drier conditions resulting in drought.
DOH Will Temporarily Close Restaurants, Bars Not Complying With Social Distancing
Restaurants, and especially bars, have been shown to have a higher transmission of the coronavirus in respiratory droplets because of overcrowding.
No Injuries Reported After Pāhoa Structure Fire
No injuries were reported after a fire destroyed a home in Pāhoa Wednesday morning.
HPD Seeking ‘Armed and Dangerous’ Suspect
Police ask anyone with information on his whereabouts to call 911. Do not attempt to approach the suspect.
Vehicle Registration, Licensing Open for Limited In-Person Services
Only those customers receiving services will be allowed inside the lobby, and minors or those needing additional assistance may have one additional person accompany them, if needed.
Former Officer Convicted of Enticement of a Minor
During a post-arrest statement, Goeas admitted to past unlawful sexual contact with minor males.
Political Signage Restricted to Certain Areas, DPW Says
Encroachments in county right of ways have the potential to impair vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian sight distances.
Responders Save Life of 5-Year-Old Boy
HFD responders from the Pahala and Na‘alehu responded to shoreline fronting Kāwā Bay just after 9 a.m. Monday, where a 5-year-old male was unresponsive.
Traffic Shift at Kea‘au-Pāhoa Rd., Ainaloa Blvd. to Start July 20
The traffic shift at the intersection of Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road (Route 130) and Ainaloa Boulevard will begin July 20 as crews continue to install a compact roundabout and related improvements.
Feather Cloak, Helmet Gifted to Captain Cook Return Home Permanently
An ʻahu ʻula (feather cloak) and mahiole (feather helmet), gifted to Captain James Cook in 1779, are being permanently returned to Hawaiʻi by the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.
Water Shutoff Scheduled in North Kona for July 16
Water will be temporarily turned off to make a waterline connection for the Waiʻaha Water System Improvements (Transmission) Project on July 16.
DOH Reports 23 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reports 23 new COVID-19 cases statewide bringing the cumulative total to 1,094.
Several Locations Islandwide Continue to Screen, Test for COVID-19
It’s been more than three months since the spread of COVID-19 was classified as a worldwide pandemic.
Ambulance Crew Finds Live Ball Python in Hilo
Snakes are illegal to import and/or possess in Hawai`i.
HPD Reports Incident Involving Zip-Tie on Woman’s Vehicle
Upon arrival, officers determined that a 24-year-old female from Volcano exited the home improvement store and noticed a zip-tie attached to her vehicle.
COVID-19 Positive Individuals Visited Big Island on Business Trip, State Says
Tuesday marked the most infectious day of the COVID-19 pandemic in Hawai‘i since it initially struck, with the state Department of Health reporting 41 positive test results statewide.
Pāhoa Animal Hospital Now in Operation
After years in the works, the Pāhoa Animal Hospital opened its doors this month.
Newly Discovered Algae Infesting Hawai‘i’s Northwestern Waters
A fast-growing species of algae was discovered to be infesting Hawai‘i’s northwestern waters.
Hawaiian Launches Travel Assistance Program for College Students
Hawaiian Airlines has established a new travel assistance program for college students returning to school in the fall in an effort to ease the transition amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Green Confirms Highest Daily Case Total of COVID-19 Since Pandemic Began
Lt. Governor Josh Green confirmed the daily tally to multiple news sources Tuesday morning. The statewide total of COVID-19 cases now stands at 1,071.
