North Hawai‘i News
DOE: More Students Prepared for College
A recent report shows that students in Hawai’i have made a steady, and in some cases, significant improvement in a variety of career readiness indicators.
Premera Cyber-Attack May Affect HMSA Members
HMSA members may have been impacted by the recent Premera Blue Cross database cyber-hack.
Boy Lost on Kīlauea Iki Trail Recovered by Park Rangers
11-year-old rescued by park rangers at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Police Release March 20 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Parker School Students Stand Out at Hawaii Science Fair
Eleven Parker middle school students claim awards in multiple categories at district science fair.
Survey Reveals Opinions of Public School Principals
Individual think tank polls principals statewide to gain greater transparency in public school system.
Road Resurfacing in North Hawai’i Begins
A road resurfacing project in North Hawai’i began Thursday and is scheduled to be completed by March 23.
Weekend Convoy will Travel Between PTA and Kawaihae
Oahu-based service members will travel between Pohakuloa Training Area and Kawaihae Harbor on Saturday and Sunday.
BIPC Accepting Scholarship Applications
The Big Island Press Club is accepting applications for its 2015 scholarships.
Update: Hapuna Beach Closed After Shark Attack
58-year-old man taken to North Hawaii Community Hospital following attack.
UH-Hilo S-STEM Program Receives $622K Grant
The National Science Foundation awarded UH-Hilo’s Scholarships for STEM Program with a grant to support scholarships for eligible high school seniors.
HSPLS will Observe Prince Kuhio Day
All public libraries on the Big Island and throughout the state will be closed on March 26 in observance of the Prince Kuhio Day Holiday.
Parker Jump Rope for Heart Event a Success
Parker School raised $8,590 during its annual Jump Rope for Heart Event.
Parker School Raises Over $235K at Fundraiser Gala
Record fundraising will provide students with financial aid.
Kealakehe Students Test Lunar Landers
Kealakehe High School students participating in the PISCES, NASA, and Google EXPRIZE team lunar dust shield experiment will have the opportunity to test their technology this week.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Major accidents and DUI arrests remain down from the same time last year, but traffic fatalities remain at a 66.7 percent increase.
BIPC Gives Torch of Light and Lava Tube Awards
The Big Island Press Club recognizes Hawaiian Volcano Observatory Scientists with its Torch of Light Award and Chief Elections Officer Scott Nago with its Lava Tube Dishonor.
Flags at Half-Staff Sunday for Rep. Carroll
Flags will fly at half-staff Sunday in honor of late former State Representative Diana “Mele” Carroll.
Police Release March 13 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Tobacco Study May Boost Efforts to Raise Sale Age
A study conducted by the Institute of Medicine concludes that raising the legal age to purchase tobacco could improve health by reducing the number of smokers.
