North Hawai‘i News
HWF Coastline Clean-Up Receives Crowd-Fund Boost
Hawai’i Wildlife Fund’s coastline clean-up efforts recieve a monetary boost following a Japanese crowd-fund campaign to protect the shorelines.
Hawai’i-Specific Seed Variety Selection Tool Launched
Through its Hawai’i Public Seed Initiative, The Kohala Center has launched a new Hawai’i-specific Seed Variety Selection Tool created by UH-HIlo’s Ilana Stout.
Hilo Decomposed Body Identified, Foul Play Ruled Out
The Hawai’i Police Department says an autopsy conducted on a decomposed body located in Hilo Monday has ruled out foul play.
‘Best in Class’ Awarded to Hawaii.gov
The official website of Hawai’i, Hawaii.gov, has been named “Best in Class” in the government category by the Interactive Media Awards.
HPD: Remain Alert for Car Thefts
The Hawai’i Police Department is reminding the public to be on the alert for car thefts.
Kilauea Summit Update – 6/17/15
Kilauea’s summit continues to follow an inflationary trend that began Tuesday morning. The lava lake within the Overlook crater has rise by 32-50 feet.
HIHWNMS Celebrates 13 Years of Rescues
Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary celebrates 13 years of whale rescues as the 2015 whale season comes to a close.
HPD Finds Decomposed Body Off Saddle Road
The Hawai’i Police Department is conducting an investigation after locating a decomposed body off Saddle Road Tuesday morning.
Senators Send Nominations for District Court Opening
Senator Mazie Hirono and Senator Brian Schatz made their recommendations for the open United States District Court Judgeship for the District of Hawai’i.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Arrests for incidents related to driving under the influence are down 17.6 percent from the same time last year. Major accidents are down by less than seven percent.
Open Houses Scheduled for Mauna Kea Input
The Office of Mauna Kea Management plans to hold three open house community meetings to discuss administrative rules for the management of Mauna Kea.
DCCA Calls Attention to Elder Abuse
In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs is bringing attention to the issue.
Gov. Ige Visits Japan to Promote Hawai’i Tourism
Governor David Ige is visiting with dignitaries and travel partners in Japan this week to promote Hawai’i tourism.
TMT Board Plans Support of Native Hawaiian Students
The Thirty Meter Telescope board says partner institutes are committed to supporting Native Hawaiian students interested in science and technology.
Scheduled Lane Closures June 15-19
Lane closures will occur in various areas along Highway 19 this week, according to the State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation.
‘Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted’ Airs New Episode
A new “Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted” episode will feature Albert Espaniola Jr., Aaron Raymond Castro, and Peter Everett Fuerte.
Police Release June 12 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Sen. Schatz Pushes Local Priorities in Defense Bill
Over $600 million in funding for Hawai’i-specific defense programs was allocated Thursday by the United States Senate Appropriations Committee.
Man Wanted for Violating Probation, Questioning
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for Logan Kahele Bishop, 25, who is wanted for violating probation and for questioning.
Weekend Hunting at Keamuku Maneuver Area
Keamuku Maneuver will be opened by Army officials over the weekend for bow hunting of feral goats and pigs.
