North Hawaii News
July 4th Celebrations Include Cook-Offs, Concerts and Classic Cars
Independence Day will be marked with celebrations across the Big Island.
Roadwork to Cause Traffic Delays Next Week
Motorists are being notified of alternating lane closures next week on state highways on both sides of the Big Island.
Fireworks Permits Available; Three Public Displays Scheduled
It’s that time of the year again, and the Hawaii Fire Department is reminding the public about regulations for the purchase and use of fireworks.
Military Aircraft Training Ongoing Around PTA
There will be heightened military activity in the skies over the Big Island during RIMPAC exercises scheduled to last until Aug. 3.
Price of Gas in Hilo Down 48 Cents Since April
Gas in Hawaii is still the most expensive in the nation, but in Hilo the price has dropped more than 39 cents in the past month.
UPDATE: Both Lanes Open Following Waimea Accident
A traffic accident near Hawaiian Homes Hall in Waimea has knocked down a utility pole near the 55 mile marker of Highway 11, causing traffic issues throughout the morning.
UPDATE: Water Shut-Offs Tuesday in Mt. View, Ahualoa
The county Department of Water Supply will shut off water service twice this week in the Ahualoa area to make new connections.
Honoka‘a Man Given 10-Year Sentence For Drugs
As part of a plea agreement, a circuit court judge has sentenced 38-year-old Glennon Pine to 10 years in prison for promotion of a dangerous drug .
UPDATE: Road Reopened, Utility Restores Most Power
A downed utility pole near Highway 190 in Waimea caused nearly 6,000 HELCO customers to lose power, and forced a long road closure in the area.
Hilo Public Meeting Tonight on Navy Training EIS
The US Navy will hold a meeting on an environmental study being prepared for its plans to train in Hawaii and off California using sonar and explosives.
Joaquin Sought by Police for Probation Violation
A 40-year-old man known to frequent the Hamakua and Waipio Valley areas is being sought by police for an alleged probation violation.
Police Looking For Missing Teenagers
In two unrelated cases, police are looking for missing Big Island teenagers.
Council Moves to Ban Shooting of Animals From Choppers
Big Island lawmakers are moving to ban the shooting of animals from aircraft despite notice from state attorneys that they lack that authority.
Candidates for Election on Big Island Set
The filing deadline has passed, and the state’s elections office has announced candidates for local elections.
Rizor Named Director of Laupahoehoe Charter School
A former Volcano charter school official has been named director of the new Laupahoehoe Community Public Charter School.
Kawaihae Man Dies While Working on Roof
An autopsy will be done to determine the cause of death of a 49-year-old man who died Monday while working on the roof of a Waimea home.
Kenoi Receives Endorsement From Fire Fighters Association
The Hawaii Fire Fighters Association gave Mayor Billy Kenoi their endorsement for his re-election run Monday.
Transit of Venus Visible From Big Island
Hawaii will be one of the prime viewing spots for the Transit of Venus, a rare astronomical event that occurs every hundred years or so.
DUI Arrests Stay Below Last Year’s Numbers
DUI arrests are down for the second straight week, according to the latest statistics from the Hawaii Police Department.
Council Nixes Environmental Impact Statements for Geothermal Exploration
Companies will now be able to search for potential geothermal sites using surface measuring technology, but would still be faced with an EIS if they seek to drill test-wells
