North Hawai‘i News
Open Season for Lobster and Kona Crab Comes to an End
Open season for the catches will close on Sunday through the end of August. During the closed season, it is illegal to take, possess, or sell the shellfish.
Ohia Seed Conservation Campaign Exceeds Original Goal
In two months, the campaign raised its initial goal with 407 individual contributions.
State and County Officials Plan Dengue Status Update
The Oahu meeting will discuss a new phase of response activities as no newly confirmed cases have occurred in over a month.
Hirono Takes Senate Floor in Push to Confirm Judicial Nominees
Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell blocked Senator Hirono’s request.
Hawai’i Bankers Association Launches State-Wide Foodbank Drive
Non-perishable food items in need include meats, rice, soups, vegetables, and fruits.
No New Dengue Cases Confirmed Tuesday
The Hawai’i Department of Health continues to list the total case count at 264 cases, with the most recent case confirmed on Friday.
U.S. Senate Passes NATIVE Act Co-Introduced by Schatz
Senator Schatz said he authored the bill because native communities in the U.S. are “unique and have histories and cultures that can only be shared in America.”
HPD Investigating Death of Ocean View Man
An investigation into a Monday morning incident that left a man dead is underway.
Honoka’a Jazz Band Receives Congressional Recognition
Big Island students and music director Gary Washburn were recognized during the tour with a congressional certificate.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
A total of 341 DUI arrests have been made so far in 2016. That number is a 14 percent increase from last year’s count of 299 arrests during the same time period.
Kanehoa Community to be Recognized as ‘Firewise’
On May 7, when their work day is completed, the Kanehoa community will receive recognition as a community that has worked towards wildfire readiness as the second Firewise community in Hawai’i.
No Dengue Fever Cases Confirmed Since Friday
No new cases of dengue fever were confirmed by the Hawai’i Department of Health on Monday, keeping the overall count at 264.
New Airport Signage Hoped to Aid in Saving Lives
A new initiative kicking off at major airports across the state is anticipated to help save lives.
Thieves Break in to County Facility, Remove Buckets of Cash
The public’s assistance is being by authorities after a break-in at a county facility on Lanikaula Street occurred over the weekend.
Scheduled Lane Closures April 25-29
Roadwork will continue at various locations throughout the island this week, causing several lane closures.
Military Convoys Scheduled for April 26-30
Oahu-based service members will travel between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. and again from 6:30 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Weekend Road Work
Various lane closures associated with ongoing road work will continue throughout the weekend.
Governor Ige Signs Fourth Supplemental Proclamation on Homelessness
Among the emergency items being conducted under the proclamation status is a 32-unit permanent support project in Kailua-Kona by the County of Hawai’i.
Hawai’i Electric Light: Energy Margins Return to Normal
A spokesperson for Hawai’i Electric Light company says that a second unit is anticipated to return to service early next week.
