North Hawai‘i News
Fee Dispute Removes KITV From Time Warner Cable
Time Warner Cable has been unable to reach a fee agreement with Hearst Television, which owns Honolulu’s ABC affiliate.
Police Warning of Home Improvement Scams
Use caution when hiring unlicensed contractors to work on your home or vehicle, police say.
Hawaii Final State to Implement ‘Move Over’ Law
The governor today was scheduled to sign into law a bill requiring that motorists exercise extra care when approaching emergency vehicles along the roadway.
UPDATE: Remnants of Daniel May Bring Rain Thursday
The weather service said Hurricane Daniel continues its westward march but is expected to weaken to a tropical low by the end of the week.
Election Season’s First Mayoral Forum Held in Hilo
The top three candidates for Big Island mayor state their cases in the first face-to-face-to-face forum of the election season.
UDPATE: Board Admits Bus Plan Mishandled, Still Weighing Cuts
Although cuts on the Big Island have been reduced, the Board of Education is considering halting school bus service for some South Kohala students.
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.
