North Hawai‘i News
Leonid Meteor Shower Arriving This Weekend
Weather-permitting, the Leonid meteor shower will be visible in the eastern night sky over the next several nights.
Yoshimoto Will Be Next County Council Chairman
The veteran council member will lead three incumbents and six newcomers after they are sworn into office on Dec. 3.
Big Island, Nation Observe Recycles Day on Thursday
The day celebrates recycling, composting and reusing efforts.
UH Forester To Talk Koa Tonight in Hilo
J.B. Friday will give a presentation at the Mokupapapa Discovery Center in Hilo on efforts to restore koa forests.
No Tsunami From Earthquake in Chile
No significant damage was reported from the 6.1-magnitude tremor.
UPDATE: Leeward Fire Hazard Warning Follows Dry October
Records were set in 19 areas across the state for the driest October on record.
Buoy or Not, Debris Destined For Disposal
The large metal container that washed up in Ka`u in October will be cut into pieces that can be removed by helicopter.
NOAA: Japan Tsunami Debris Still Expected
While bigger floating items such as docks have been reaching the mainland’s shores, smaller items in the water are expected to reach Hawaii this winter.
Windows 8 Supports Hawaiian Language Diacriticals, More
The latest version of Microsoft’s operating system includes a Hawaiian keyboard in its layout.
Police Warn of Internet Scam Involving Craigslist
Police say the scam is a variation of ruses involving a counterfeit check.
HELCO Seeking Approval to Expand Geothermal Power
The Big Island utility is seek approval from the state Public Utilities Commission to expand its geothermal sources by 50 megawatts.
Funding Will Boost County Services for Crime Victims
The county will expand its aid to victims through funding resulting from the Justice Reinvestment Initiative, a collaboration between states and the federal government.
Police: 13-year-old Boy Missing Since Aug. 26
Police are asking for the public’s help locating Benson Maddison.
Big Island Police Release Nov. 9 List of Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Police Trying to Identify Body Found at Campsite
No foul play is suspected in connection to the remains found north of South Point.
Entrance Fees Waived at Hawaii Volcanoes This Weekend
The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at all of its 398 units across the country in observance of the Veteran’s Day weekend.
Rivera Sought By Police on Bench Warrants
Rivera, who is described as homeless, is wanted for failing to appear in court.
Hilo, Kona and Early Voters Help Carry Kenoi to Win
Challenger Harry Kim got a boost from voters in Hamakua and Puna.
