North Hawai‘i News
DUI Arrests Down; Traffic Fatalities at 2012 Pace
As of last week the island’s death toll on public roadways stood at 11, the same as occurred during the same period last year.
No Tsunami From Another Strong New Guinea Quake
The strong tremor was the fourth in five weeks to strike the region.
Blasting Scheduled Thursday Near Waimea Transfer Station
The rock excavation for the DHHL’s Lalamilo subdivision will be done between 2 and 5:30 p.m.
Effort to Resolve Health Care Shortage Expands to Congress
While state efforts are already underway, Hawaii’s congressional delegation introduces legislation to boost health care on the neighbor islands.
US, Hawaii Flags at Half-Staff Until Sunset Saturday
The move is out of respect for the victims in the bombings Monday at the Boston Marathon.
Midnight Collections Tonight at Three Big Isle Post Offices
The post offices will have specially marked boxes or drop-off slots for last-minute income tax filers.
Police Release April 12 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
PLDC-Killing Bill Passed, Sent to Governor
The state House of Representatives today agreed to amendments made by the Senate which avoided having the measure sent to a conference committee.
Sheriffs to Join Police in Firearms Training at PTA
The Sheriff Division of the Department of Public Safety signed an agreement with Pohakuloa Training Area to share use of the Army base’s firing ranges.
Kapa`au Woman Sought on Probation Violation
The warrant is related to an abuse case, and Malia Rivera is also wanted for questioning in an unrelated matter.
Dorrance Scholars First in Family to Attend College
The program is credited with boosting graduation rates for first-generation college students.
Police to Hold Community Meeting Tuesday in Honokaʻa
The meeting is designed to allow community members to meet police officers and to discuss any concerns.
Bill Stiffening Owner-Builder Requirements Also Passes House
The bill would require that an owner-builder would have to deduct withholding taxes and provide workers’ compensation insurance for anybody they hire.
UH-Hilo Students Land Prestigious Internships
The students both double-majoring in physics and astronomy will be taking part in high-caliber research projects, university officials said.
Senate Approves PLDC Bill; Decision Reverts to House
The House must now decide whether it agrees with the Senate’s amendment to the bill related to the disposition of its appropriations.
Metal Products Stolen From Kohala Estates Farm
The 18-foot-long galvanized angle iron and spools of galvanized cable was taken between February and the second week of March.
Police Seek Identity of Alleged Shoplifter
The woman is wanted in connection with a shoplifting incident that occurred in Hilo on March 27.
UPDATE: Woman Escapee From Hale Nani Captured
The 20-year-old inmate, Shaylyn Araw, has a history of arrests for burglary including one last month and two last year.
Bill to Assess Fees on Cesspools, Septic Tanks Deferred
The measure would have had a particularly strong impact on the Big Island where many residents rely on individual sewer systems.
