North Hawai‘i News
Health Department Announces “Hawai’i Smiles” Dental Program
The Department of Health has launched a new dental surveillance program called Hawai’i Smiles.
Hawai’i DOH Receives Funding for MIECHV Program
The Hawai’i Department of Health will receive over $9.4 million from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Police Release Feb. 20 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
HDOE Receives Testing Waiver for Immersion Program
The Hawai’i Department of Education was awarded a one-year waiver from the United States Department of Education for immersion program students to forgo the Smarter Balanced Assessment.
Police Urge Caution at Roadside Memorials
The Hawai’i Police Department has urged the public to be cautious while viewing roadside memorials.
BOE Names New State Librarian
The Board of Education announced Stacey Aldrich as the new State Librarian Wednesday.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
The majority of DUI statistics remain down from last year while traffic fatalities have increased by 33.3 percent.
Significant Progress Made in Power Restoration
About 1,300 customers had power restored, mainly in the Puna district, between Sunday night and Morning.
UPDATE: Thousands Still Without Power After Windy Weekend
Some Puna residents could face extended power outages after this weekend’s windy weather toppled trees and power lines.
Road Conditions Improve as Wind Lightens
All major roadways around the island are open following a wind storm that knocked down trees and power lines. Pohoiki Road in Puna, however, remains closed.
Hawai’i Electric Light Responding to Wind Related Power Outages
Downed power poles and lines have been reported due to high winds. The Puna area has received the most impact from the wind damage.
Multiple Road Closures Caused by Heavy Winds
High winds, gusting up to 55 miles per hour in some areas of the island, are causing downed trees and power lines. Several roads have been closed due to the windy conditions.
Hawai’i Public Housing Authority to Receive Over $9 Million
The Hawai’i Public Housing Authority will receive over $9 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Pauahi Foundation, THINK Fund Scholarship
The Pauahi Foundation is now accepting The Hawai’i Island New Knowledge Fund, also known as THINK, scholarship applications.
Police Release Feb. 13 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Sen. Hirono Named Water and Power Subcommittee Ranking Member
Senator Mazie Hirono has been named the Ranking Member on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee’s Subcommittee on Water and Power.
Hazardous Household Waste Collection Events
The Waimea and Pahoa Recycling and Transfer Stations are scheduled to host Household Hazardous Waste events in March.
Bill Proposed to Improve Native Hawaiian Education Act
A bipartisan bill, introduced Wednesday by the Hawai’i Congressional Delegation, will extend and improve the Native Hawaiian Education Act.
National Parks Waive Fees for President’s Day
National parks that regularly charge entrance fees will waive them for President’s Day.
Big Island Farmer to Receive Ka Lei Hana Heritage Award
The University of Hawai’i at Manoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources will honor two outstanding individuals at an upcoming ceremony.
