North Hawai‘i News
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
Click It or Ticket Campaign Begins Sunday
The national “Click It or Ticket” campaign kicks off this weekend, and authorities organized a rally to remind motorists of the added enforcement campaign.
Five Big Island Post Offices Facing Cut in Hours
In a move to save money, the financially beleaguered US Postal Service plans to cut hours at 12 post offices in Hawaii, including five on the Big Island.
DUI Arrests Fall Slightly Below 2011 Levels
For the first time since mid-February, DUI arrests are under the year-to-date numbers from 2011.
Delays on Saddle Road, Kawaihae Harbor to PTA
Traffic delays are expected due to military vehicle on May 7-9 & 13. Motorists are advised to use caution.
Kamuela Resident Carson Wanted on Bench Warrants
Kamuela resident Tay Carson is wanted by police on several bench warrants and a separate shoplifting case.
DUI Arrests Stay Ahead of Last Year’s Numbers
Nearly four months into the year, DUI arrests, traffic accidents, and fatalities are all above 2011 levels, according to police.
Public’s Help Needed in Finding 15-Year-Old Honoka’a Girl
Police are asking for the public’s help in finding Abcidy Santos, who has been missing since early February.
Power Rates Drop Slightly for Big Island Customers
HELCO announced lower base power rates for Big Island customers, which could save people about $4 per month, based on usage.
DUI Arrests Rise by 9% From 2011 Numbers
DUI arrests island-wide are up over 9% from last year, and traffic accidents and fatalities are still ahead of last year’s numbers.
BRIEF: Latest DUI Numbers Show Continued Rise in Arrests
HPD statistics chronicle a continued rise in DUI arrests and major traffic accidents through the first three months of 2012.
BRIEF: Police Seek Individuals Who Damaged Waimea Trees
Authorities are searching for those responsible for damaging at least seven trees at Waimea Anuenue Park earlier this month.
Latest DUI Statistics Show Continued Rise in Arrests, Accidents
DUI arrests on Hawai’i Island are continuing to stay above last year’s levels, according to statistics released Wednesday by the Hawaii Police Department.
BRIEF: Kona District Leads Island in DUI Arrests
The Kona district has seen the most DUI arrests on the island through the week ending March 18, 2012.
Romney Wins State’s First GOP Caucus
Mitt Romney was declared the winner of the 50th state’s first ever GOP caucus.
