North Hawai‘i News
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.
Police Reminding Public to Yield to Emergency Vehicles
State law requires motorists to pull over to the nearest edge of the roadway to make way for ambulances and other emergency vehicles.
Bill to Raise Tax on Bulk Tobacco Deferred
The measure would have raised the state excise tax on tobacco products to a rate similar to that imposed on cigarettes
NARS Commission to Gain Hawaiian Cultural Expert
Supporters say the addition will help ensure that the panel that oversees the state’s Natural Area Reserve System considers native Hawaiian concerns.
Police Release April 4 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Police Seeking Pahoa Teen Missing Since March 19
The missing 17-year-old girl is of Hawaiian descent.
Marijuana Decriminalization Bill Falters in House
A prominent lawmaker said the bill lacked sufficient support despite passing the Senate and four votes in the House.
Solomon Considering Legal Action Following Threatening Email
The Big Island legislator has consulted police and the state attorney general on the matter, and may seek a restraining order against the email’s author.
Police Renew Request for Help Finding Missing Japanese Tourist
The man’s car was found unlocked in mid-February near the lava-viewing area in Kalapana.
