North Hawaii News
Schatz Asks TSA to Expand PreCheck to Interisland Flights
The expedited checkpoint screening allows certain frequent flyers to keep their shoes and belts on, and their laptops in their bags.
‘Pollinator Week’ Designated; Beekeeping Bill Signed
The role of bees and other pollinators is being recognized both in Hawaii and nationally.
Pahoa Girl, 15, Missing Since Saturday
Police said Kai`ini Nihoa was last seen at Spencer Beach Park in South Kohala.
New Civil Defense Chief Could Be Existing One
Former Fire Chief Darryl Oliveira, who has been filling the post under short-term contracts, said he will be applying for the permanent position.
Mayor and Family Visiting Japan for Relative’s Birthday
Mayor Billy Kenoi is taking a vacation with his family to celebrate the 90th birthday of the children’s great-grandmother.
UPDATE: Waimanu Valley Brush Fire Still Burning
The fire department’s Chopper 1 was used to bring firefighters and make water drops in the remote area west of Waipio Valley.
Chief of Police PromotesThree to Captain
The districts of Kona and Ka`u, as well as the Criminal Intelligence Unit, will all have new people in charge.
Hawaii County Has Most Whites and Hawaiians, Least Asians
The race and age percentages are based on estimates released today by the US Census Bureau.
Police Seeking Man Indicted in Kolekole Park Robbery
An arrest warrant has been issued for Tyler Taylor following his indictment in connection with the robbery of a couple camping at the beach park north of Hilo.
Saturday is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Exploitation cost the elderly billions of dollars each year, and four out of five of elder-abuse crimes go undiscovered.
UH-Hilo Announces 19 Winners of Chancellor Scholarships
Recipients must be graduates of Hawaii high schools and must meet criteria regarding scholastic achievement or test scores as well as community involvement.
Health Officials Warn of Possible Syphilis Outbreak
The Department of Health said there have been five cases reported in the past five months, with most involving gay men in Kona.
Drought-Stricken Areas Saw Some Relief in May
Recent rains are “greening up” dry pastures in North and South Kohala, the US Department of Agriculture said.
Astronomers Use Keck to Study Tiniest Galaxy
Segue 2 has been found to have only about 1,000 stars, compared to the hundreds of billions contained in typical galaxies like our Milky Way.
Big Island Resident has Hepatitis A; Link Being Investigated
He reportedly ate a different product from the company linked to 87 cases of the liver disease in eight states.
Ordnance Disposal to Close Highway Near Waimea Monday
The closures will occur on Highway 19 between the 58- and 59-mile marker, near the Sandalwood subdivision.
New Law Designates Jan. 30 Civil Liberties Day
“Civil Liberties and the Constitution Day” recognizes the travesty of the internments of Japanese-Americans during World War II and efforts to restore their rights.
Seven Big Island Students Awarded Scholarships
The students were selected for $2,500 awards based on criteria that included academic excellence, financial need and community involvement.
Funds Released for Kohala Hospital, Kamuela Ag Facility Projects
Several Big Island facilities will be among those benefiting from the governor’s release of $41.2 million in CIP funds.
Hawaii Joins FTC Crackdown on Travel-Related Scams
The multi-state effort coincides with dozens of civil and criminal actions against deceptive travel promoters.
