North Hawai‘i News
$150 Million Project Will Save Energy at Airports
The project to install solar panels and replace power-hungry fixtures is expected to save $519 million in energy costs over the next two decades.
Firecrackers Go on Sale Thursday; HFD Offers Safety Tips
The Hawaii Fire Department offers safety tips and reminds the public about the law regarding the use of firecracker as well as safety tips.
Ban on Under-21 Tobacco Sales Begins in July
Mayor Billy Kenoi said he was endorsing the bill for the good of the community and especially children.
Police Release Dec. 20 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Former Hilo Man Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud
Justin Wade Smith, who stole more than $1 million by making false claims, faces up to 41 years in prison when he is sentenced in March.
40 Million Credit Cards Stolen From Target
State consumer protection officials are offering tips for those who may have been the victim of identify theft.
CDC to Collect Health Data on Native Hawaiians
The federal study will be the first nationally to differentiate Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders from Asian categories.
UPDATE: Senate Passes Budget Without Hawaii Fee Exemption
The state’s Senate and House members said the more than doubling of the airline fee disproportionately affects residents of Hawaii and Alaska.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Watch Upgraded to Advisory
A low pressure system is bringing cool temperatures and heavy rainfall to the Big Island and Maui.
Lawsuit Seeks to Stop Naval Training Plan
The environmental law firm Earthjustice is challenging the National Marine Fisheries Service’s approval of naval training.
Traffic Deaths Down by a Third Over Last Year
There have been 25 traffic fatalities on the Big Island so far this year — including eight in the first six weeks — compared to 37 at this time in 2012.
Food Poisoning Confirmed as Source of Illnesses at Oahu School
Spaghetti cooked the previous day and improperly reheated was determined to be the cause of the illness that struck dozens at the Leeward Oahu School Dec. 10.
North Hawaii Hospital to Formalize Ties With Queen’s
The agreement will improve “every aspect” of North Hawaii Community Hospital, the chairman of its board of directors said.
Police Looking for Missing Hilo Girl
Brianna Kehaulani Freitas-Jones hasn’t been seen by her family since Nov. 18.
Land Board Defers Mauna Kea Lease Extension Request
The issue of new leases for astronomy purposes on the mountain will be the subject of an EIS. Meanwhile, a judge heard challenges to a new telescope there.
Geminid Meteor Shower Peaking
Weather permitting, the year’s best celestial display will be most visible after the moon sets at about 4:45 a.m. Saturday.
Police Release Dec. 13 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Police Looking to ID Pair Caught on Surveillance Cameras
The two individuals were allegedly trying to break into Blane’s Drive Inn on Waianuenue Avenue in early October.
Americans Urged to Remain Vigilant About Flu Shots
With the peak of influenza season approaching, only 40% of US residents have received a flu vaccination, the CDC said.
