North Hawai‘i News
Maui Ethics Board to Take Over Kenoi Complaints
The County of Hawai’i Board of Ethics is the latest county agency to step away from the investigation of Mayor Billy Kenoi’s p-card spending.
Governor Announces Nominees to Lead DLIR and OIMT
Gov. Ige has announced his nomination of Linda Chu Takayama to lead the DLIR and Todd Nacapuy as the state’s chief information officer for OIMT.
HPA Accepting Registration for Summer Programs
Find out about the full line-up of Summer programs offered by HPA and how to sign up.
State Seeking Feedback for 2015 Outdoor Recreation Plan
Five-year strategic plan identifies top priorities as operation and maintenance of recreation facilities, ocean recreation, and sports fields.
Tobacco Quitline Partners with Safeway
The Hawai’i Tobacco Quitline recently partnered with all ten Safeway pharmacies in the state to provide additional support to those who wish to quit smoking.
Makai Watch Program Training Series
Makai Watch, now an official Department of Land and Natural Resources program, will hold a Big Island training session in May.
DOE: Meal Prices to Increase Next School Year
The Hawai’i Department of Education announced Tuesday that breakfast and lunch prices will increase for the 2015-16 school year.
California Man Charged with Drug Trafficking
Forty-year-old Gerald Wrischnik arrested and charged with drug trafficking after deplaning at Kona International Airport.
Hawai‘i Leadership Program Now Accepting Applications
First Nations’ Futures Program seeks to cultivate well-balanced, effective leaders to make an impact on the community.
UPDATE: Gov. Ige Orders One-Week TMT Halt
Governor David Ige announced Tuesday that there will be a one-week halt in the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope.
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park Hosting BioBlitz and Cultural Festival
Two-day event to include BioBlitz species count and Biodiversity & Cultural Festival in May.
Governor Announces Nominees for DLNR and Board of Education
Gov. Ige has announced his nominee to lead the DLNR, as well as three nominees for the Hawai`i State Board of Education.
The Food Basket’s 14th Annual Feed-A-Thon
The Food Basket will hold its annual Feed-A-Thon throughout the month of April in hopes to raise food and monetary donations to provide 100,000 meals.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
The Hawai’i Police Department’s weekly DUI statistical report shows that DUI arrests and major accidents continue to remain down in 2015.
Yoshimoto: No Official Complaint on Kenoi Filed
Hawai’i County Board of Ethics attorney J Yoshimoto says no complaint has been filed with the board in regards to Mayor Kenoi’s county-issued credit card spending.
Aloha+ Challenge Dashboard Launched
The Aloha+ Challenge, established in September 2014, now has two of its six sustainability targets online for public viewing.
Hawai’i Senate Honors PVS and Inaugural Hōkūle’a Crew
The Senate honored 12 members of the original Hōkūleʻa voyage at the State Capitol on Monday.
Free Talk on Rat Lungworm Disease at UH Hilo April 15
Dr. Susan Jarvi of pharmacy college to lecture on preventative measures on disease, as well as latest in education and research efforts.
PISCES Selected for $4.2 Million NASA Project
Hilo-based space agency one of several organizations selected to participate in project determining habitability of the Red Planet.
Deceased UH Hilo Student Honored Through Writing Award
Dr. Stephen and Gloria Gainsley establish award remembering Matthew Therrien’s legacy of creativity, inspiration, and service.
