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Hunters Find Human Remains Hanging From Tree in Woods Near Honoka‘a
Hawai‘i County Police are investigating skeletal remains found suspended from a tree in a eucalyptus forest near Honoka‘a Monday afternoon.
Hawai‘i Florists to Re-Open in Time for Mother’s Day
One narrow corner of Hawai‘i economy will open on May 1, a full 30 days ahead of the current end to Gov. David Ige’s mandatory lockdown period.
DOH Confirms One New Case of Coronavirus, 16th Death Overnight
The statewide total of confirmed COVID-19 cases now stands at 607.
Pāhoa Man Charged With Robbing Grocery Store, Threatens Employees With Coronavirus
Since this incident occurred during the Governor’s Emergency Proclamation, the Robbery offense was enhanced to a class A felony, punishable by up to 20 years in prison and a $50,000 fine.
Māmalahoa Highway in Waimea One Lane This Week
All motorists, bikers and pedestrians using Māmalahoa Highway from Iokua Place intersection to Pu‘u Nani Drive intersection should expect delays during the week.
Letter to the Editor: Teacher Pay Cuts
“Recently, the State of Hawai‘i announced to the Department of Education that teachers should be prepared for a 20% pay cut.”
DOH Confirms 15th Coronavirus Death Sunday Night
Hawai‘i reported the 15th death related to coronavirus late Sunday night.
County Extends Validity of Rideshare Coupons
Hawai‘i County has extended the validity of rideshare taxi coupons set to expire on April 30.
DHHL Offers Emergency Rental Assistance
HHC has approved the establishment of the DHHL COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
Hawai‘i Reports Two COVID-19 Cases Overnight, Keeping With Single-Digit Trend
There are currently 68 people hospitalized as a result of coronavirus infection, while 488 have been released from isolation and are considered recovered.
West Hawai‘i Virtual Town Hall
Questions for the legislators will be taken via Facebook during the event.
Food Drop and Food Drive Info for North Hawai‘i
The Food Basket’s food drops are a healthy box of groceries including fresh local produce.
Hawai‘i Intensifies Screening, Tracking Process to Enforce Travel Quarantine
Arrivals will be submitted to at least one health screening and must confirm their destination by telephone and address, after which they must sign a form acknowledging the travel quarantine and that any violation of it is a criminal offense punishable by law.
Governor Extends Hawai‘i Lockdown Orders Through May 31
Hawai‘i will be staying home for at least another month.
Young Brothers Requests Route Rollback to Big Island, Maui
Young Brothers has requested route adjustments to Hawai‘i and Maui Counties starting May 5, 2020.
New Hawai‘i Coronavirus Cases Remain Low
The Department of Health reported three new coronavirus cases overnight.
COVID-19 Screening, Testing to Take Place in North Kohala
Premier Medical Group Hawai‘i will be hosting a COVID-19 drive-through screening and testing in North Kohala today.
Man Facing Burglary Charges Amid Pandemic Granted Supervised Release
A man arrested and charged with burglarizing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic is out of jail.
