West Hawaii News
Kona man indicted on attempted murder, armed robbery, other charges
Dyllan Paulo-Leslie faces 24 charges in connection with a Nov. 10 incident in Kona.
Hawaiian Electric asks Big Island customers to reduce electricity use
Big Island customers are asked to conserve power from 5 to 9 p.m. today.
Photo captures likely waterspout; a rarity in Hawaiʻi
Photo of swirling cloud in dark skies over over West Hawai‘i generates a whirlwind of interest on social media
Registration open for Hawai‘i County Parks and Recreation Department 2022 Winter Intersession programs
Looking for something for the kids to do during winter break? Hawai‘i County has some options.
Big Island police urge safety on the roads during the holidays
So far this year there have been 33 traffic fatalities on the Big Island, according to the Hawai‘i Police Department.
Softball skills clinic for girls 7-12 at PuʻuNui Community Park in Waikōloa
All skill levels are welcome for the Gold Coast Softball clinic on Nov. 19 in Waikōloa on the Big Island.
Traffic Alert: Motorists advised of traffic delays in Kainaliu in West Hawaiʻi
Contraflow traffic will be in place until approximately 2:30 p.m. Alternate routes include Ali’I Highway Bypass and Haleli’i Street.
Wonderberry’s Comics opens in Kona’s Lanihau Center
The 612-square-foot store specializes in an assortment of comic books, graphic novels and action figures.
Kona man faces slew of charges in connection with incident that involved shooting at an officer
Detectives with the Hawai‘i Police Department, after conferring with the Hawai’i County Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, on Saturday afternoon charged 27-year-old Dyllan Paulo-Leslie with several charges, including first-degree attempted murder and first-degree robbery.
Reactivation period for some driver’s licenses to end
On Dec. 1, all drivers with licenses that expired from March 16, 2022, through Nov. 30, 2021, will be required to apply for a new license.
Big Island weekly lane closures: Nov. 12-18
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekly lane closures for Nov. 5-11.
Police: Two arrested in ongoing investigation of incident that involved shooting at an officer
The officer was uninjured and did not fire his service pistol during the incident.
Police: Avoid intersection of Hina Lani, Highway 190 in Kona
An investigation is ongoing in the area.
Kona restaurant’s Keiki Food Fund helps families struggling to climb back from pandemic
Kids should never go hungry, and Poi Dog Deli will continue to provide free keiki meals to those in need until donations run out.
Military convoys headed from Pōhakuloa Training Area to Kawaihae Harbor
Convoys are scheduled Nov. 10-11 and 17-18.
Hear ye, hear ye! First Honoka‘a Renaissance Faire cometh
The all-day faire will host an array of wondrous sights from local artisans peddling crafted wares and meals, medieval-themed games for all ages, a garden for parched guests to refresh themselves with mead or ale, and a stage with arts.
Firefighters respond to structure fire in Kealakekua
The building, whose owner is unknown, was a total loss.
Temporary trail, area closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park
There will be temporary closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park in Kona on Nov. 10 and Dec. 2 due to helicopter operations to remove invasive, non-native vegetation.
