North Hawaii News
Internet-Use Survey Aimed at Improving Broadband Capabilities
A state agency has hired a research firm to assess current and future internet needs for Hawaii residents and businesses.
Missing Hilo Teenager Located Unharmed
Ashlyn Cruz-Labrador was located a day after a bulletin was issued regarding her disappearance a week before.
Postal Service Offers Suggested Holiday Mailing Guidelines
Packages going by priority mail to the US mainland should be mailed no later than Dec. 18, or a day later if express mail is used.
2013 Hurricane Season Ends Quietly
After a flurry of activity in late July and into August, there was a marked absence of significant storms in the Central Pacific.
UPDATE: Victim Identified as 79-year-old Throw-Net Fisherman
A companion of Alfredo Orita told police she briefly lost sight of the Kapa`au man and then saw him floating face-down in the water.
Supreme Court to Convene First-Ever Big Island Session
The state’s high court will hear oral arguments from two Hilo attorneys on an appeal of a case involving property rights in a divorce.
Police Release Nov. 29 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Hilo Pharmacy School Exempt From UH Building Moratorium
A new, $33 million building for the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s College of Pharmacy remains a top priority in the UH system, officials said this week.
State, Hunters and Others Criticize ‘American Jungle’ Series
The new History Channel series depicting hunting “clans” on the Big Island is culturally and ethically lacking, and may be violating laws, its critics say.
Donated Unused Timeshares to Benefit Make-A-Wish Children
Make-A-Wish Hawaii will use the donated vacation timeshares to provide Hawaii accommodations for children with life-threatening medical conditions and their families.
Hawaii Farm Bureau Honors Onishi for Agriculture Advocacy
The House member from East Hawaii was recognized for his efforts that included pushing for funding to battle the coffee berry borer beetle.
Public’s Help Sought Identifying Shoplifting Suspect
The image of the man was captured by surveillance video Monday at the Prince Kuhio Plaza.
Police Looking for Missing Hilo Teenager
Ashlyn Cruz-Labrador, 15, has not been seen since Wednesday, Nov. 20.
Waimea Hospital Designated Level III Trauma Center
North Hawaii Community Hospital becomes the third on the Big Island to achieve the designation, which means it has surgeons and other care available 24/7.
County Accepting Grant Applications from Non-Profits
Big Island organizations that have a 501(c)(3) designation from the Internal Revenue Service are eligible to apply for the $1.5 million in funding.
UPDATE: Two New Brush Fires Close Highway 190 Again
The new fires were again forcing the detouring of northbound traffic to Kaiminani Drive, and southbound motorists to either Waikoloa Road or the old Saddle Road junction.
Gabbard Presented with Kennedy New Frontier Award
Hawaii’s representative from the Second Congressional District joins the ranks of young Americans selected for contributions to their community and country.
Two Hilo Officers Awarded Police Cross
Joshua Gouveia and Garrett Hatada were given the award in connection with the case involving Keaka Martin in January.
Waimea Man Wanted for Questioning in Theft Case
Brandon Kelii Paulino-Pawai is described as 5-foot-10 and 190 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair.
Cop Who Killed Wife Given Reduced Minimum Sentence
Ken Mathison’s minimum sentence was reduced to 25 years from 90 years, which means he will be eligible for parole in 2020.
