West Hawaii News
Weekend PTA Hunting on Pause for Training
Hunting at Pohakuloa Training Area will be placed on pause this weekend as scheduled military training takes place.
Search for Wanted Kamuela Man Continues
On Friday, HPD renewed its request for public information regarding Paulino-Pawai, who is wanted on warrants for contempt of court and violating terms of a deferred plea.
Police Release Nov. 6 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
25 Fugitives Arrested in Four-Day Operation
Twenty-five fugitives were arrested during the operation, and 42 outstanding state arrest warrants were executed.
County Announces Additional Mosquito Control Measures
Additional measures will be taken by the Hawai’i County Department of Parks and Recreation and the Hawai’i Department of Health to control mosquito populations.
Mother of ‘Peter Boy’ Charged in Welfare Fraud Case
Jaylin M. Kema has been charged with theft in a welfare fraud investigation.
Big Island Boards, Commissions Seek Volunteers
Vacancies on various Big Island boards, commissions and committees that represent the island are currently looking to be filled by qualified and dedicated volunteers.
Dengue Numbers Climb, Pediatric Cases Reported
The dengue fever count on the Big Island has risen to 19 confirmed cases.
FOLK Plans Kona Book Sale
Money raised through the sale provides necessary items for libraries in Kona
Imade Charged with Manslaughter in Halloween Assault
Thirty-one-year-old Kallen Imade was charged late Wednesday in the death of 49-year-old Alfred Vea, who died following an assault on Halloween.
Mansur Named November ‘Officer of the Month’
Officer Brandon Mansur was recognized as November’s “Officer of the Month” by the Kona Crime Prevention Committee.
Man Dies Following Halloween Assault
Alfred Vea, the victim of Saturday night’s Hilo assault, was pronounced dead at The Queen’s Medical Center Wednesday morning. Kallen Imade, the suspect in the case, is in custody but has not been charged.
Police Warn Against IRS Scam
The Hawai’i Police Department is issuing a public warning against a potential IRS scam.
Veteran’s Day Parade to ‘Celebrate Service’
Leading the parade as the military grand marshal is Major General Arthur “Joe” Logan, the Adjutant General for the State of Hawai’i.
HSPLS to Observe Veterans Day
All Big Island public libraries under the Hawai’i State Public Library System will observe the Veterans Day holiday.
Dengue Fever Count Rises to 15
The dengue fever count rose by four since Tuesday. Hookena Beach Park in West Hawai’i has been closed.
Hilo Zonta Chapter Presents $10K to Neighborhood Place of Puna
The Zonta Club of Hilo presented $10,000 to the Neighborhood Place of Puna as part of its 2015 Weinberg Service Project.
Hawai’i CC – Pālamanui to Host Degree Preparation Workshop
There are more than 40 degree and certificate programs from across the 10-campus University of Hawai’i system available through the University Center at Pālamanui.
DLNR: Man Believed to Suffer ‘Shark Bite’ at Kehena
Warning signs are posted at Kahena Beach Wednesday following an incident believed to be a shark bite off the waters of the beach on Tuesday.
New Edition of Fraud Guide Released
Combined efforts between various state departments have led to the release of the second edition of Hawai’i’s Fraud Prevention & Resource Guide.
