North Hawai‘i News
Man, Woman Rescued After Fall Down Gulch Near Kukaiau
The man who fell 60 feet down the gulch Sunday night was taken to North Hawaii Community Hospital in critical condition.
Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Missing Persons
Police said three of the missing persons may require medical attention.
Stranger on Waimea School Campus Prompts Lockdown
A fourth-grader at Waimea Elementary told school officials he was approached on campus by an Asian man in his 20s.
Police Release Jan. 11 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Hawaii Poll Indicates Increasing Support For Legal Marijuana
The survey of 600 Hawaii voters showed that 57% favored its legalization, an increase of 20% since 2005.
2012 Was Dry in Hawaii and Across Much of US
Only four gauges across the state recorded above-average rainfall in what turned out to be a dry year across most of the country.
‘Dual-Pol’ Radar Upgrades Improving Weather Forecasts
The improvements underway to Hawaii’s four Doppler weather radar stations will give forecasters a better look at rain and other weather phenomena.
Daniel Sayre Foundation Continues Gift of Safety
The memorial fund established following a tragic hiking accident has provided nearly $700,000 in equipment for the Hawaii Fire Department.
More Shut-Offs for Ahualoa-Honoka`a Waterline Connections
Service interruptions will be required today, Thursday and next Tuesday.
County Looking to Expand Use of Green Waste
Officials are proposing to mix it with food waste and other materials to create compost that will be sold to the public.
Wind Causes Power Outages Across Big Isle
More than 9,000 homes and businesses lost power on Saturday.
4.4 Magnitude Quake Hits South of Fern Acres
No tsunami threat is expected from the early morning quake.
Traffic Delays Next Week in Kainaliu, Makalei and Kalopa
The areas will be subjected to alternating lane closures from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Police Release Jan. 3 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Public’s Help Sought Finding Missing Hilo Man
The missing man, 48-year-old Brian Paul Andrade, was last seen Tuesday night in Keaukaha.
School Returns, Motorists Asked to Use Caution
Drivers should be aware of increased traffic, especially around school zones in the morning and afternoon.
Police Warn of Scam Involving Utility Company Bill
The public is being warned about scammers impersonating utility company employees and claiming their service will be shut off.
County Takes Over Issuance of State ID Cards
The function previously handled by the state Attorney General’s office will now be performed at county driver’s licensing offices in Hilo and Kona.
Gov. Abercrombie Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Rev. Aiona
Former Board of Education member died of heart failure December 20 in Honolulu.
