West Hawaii News
Two HFD Personnel Injured in Response to Kawaihae Fire
A vehicle accident involving a responding Hawai’i County Fire Department truck Friday resulted in injuries to two fire personnel.
Expanded Time-of-Use Rates Proposed by Hawaiian Electric
Hawaiian Electric Light Companies have proposed new voluntary time-of-use rate options for residential customers.
Man Sought for Questioning in Abuse Case
Thirty-four-year-old Daniel Lemaire is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department for questioning in an abuse case.
Police Release Nov. 13 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
UPDATE: Kawaihae Road Reopens
A vehicle crash and fire in the Kawaihae Road area has been reported, according to the Hawai’i Police Department. Kawaihae Road is closed near the 65-mile marker.
Big Island Dengue Fever Count at 38
The dengue fever count on the Big Island continues to rise with four new confirmed cases, bringing the total to 38.
Umauma Bridge Closed, Delays Expected
State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation Highways Division officials report the closure is at the Umauma Bridge, between mile markers 16 and 17.
No Tsunami Threat Following 6.5M Japan Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 6.5 magnitude earthquake northwest of the Ryukyu Islands.
Waimea District Park to Break Ground
The first phase includes developing the 24 acres of indoor and outdoor recreational facilities and will cost $23.9 million.
PTA: New Check-In Stations for Hunting
Army officials have announced new Pohakuloa Training Area hunter check-in stations.
Pidgin Language Recognized by U.S. Census
Recent data from the United States Census Bureau includes Hawaiian Pidgin and Pidgin as recognized “at home” languages.
UPDATE: Daniel K. Inouye Highway Reopens
Daniel K. Inouye Highway is currently closed in both directions near the 14-mile marker as a result of a traffic accident.
Kawananakoa Playground Reopens with New Turf
After a three-and-a-half week closure, Kawananakoa Gymnasium’s children’s playground in Hilo reopened to the public Thursday.
Dengue: Another Confirmed Case Brings Total to 34
One new confirmed case of dengue fever on the Big Island was announced by the Hawai’i Department of Health Thursday, bringing the total count to 34.
Non-Profit Group Rebrands as Hawai’i Children’s Action Network
The non-profit group, Good Beginnings Alliance, re-launched to achieve a broader goal of advocacy and community organizing, according to the group.
Man Involved in Motorcycle Accident Identified
The Hawai’i Police Department says 62-year-old David Morse of Ocean View was driving along Highway 11 on Saturday, north of the 93-mile marker, when he failed to negotiate a turn in the road.
TMT Opponents Prep Ahead of Crew Movement
Thirty Meter Telescope opponents are strategizing their future plan of action in the wake of Tuesday’s announcement that a TMT crew would head up Mauna Kea.
Three Arrested for Blocking TMT to Testify in Hawaiian
Three individuals previously arrested on Mauna Kea will testify in Hawaiian.
No New Big Island Dengue Cases Confirmed Wednesday
No new cases of dengue fever were confirmed on the Big Island Wednesday. Spraying operations continue in Naalehu, Hilo, and Honaunau.
Brown Bag Series Session to Tackle Holiday Stress
Erika Ginnis will share “Stress Release Techniques for a Joyous and Peaceful Holiday Season” on Thursday, Nov. 19.
