West Hawai‘i News
PUC Approves Hawaiian Electric, Pacific Biodiesel Contract
A contract between Hawaiian Electric and Pacific Biodiesel Technologies to supply biodiesel for Oahu power generators has been approved.
Information Request Renewed for Wanted Kamuela Man
An information request has been renewed by the Hawai’i Police Department for 25-year-old Brandon K. Paulino-Pawai.
Ige Releases ‘Governor’s Awards’
The awards were designed to honor State Executive Branch employees, managers, and teams who show the highest level of public service and dedication to the people of Hawai’i.
Police Release Oct. 2 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Police: 33 Kona Burglaries in September
Thirty-three homes were broken into in the Kona District during the month of September.
Missing Kaloli Point Fisherman’s Name Released
The Hawai’i Police Department has released the name of a fisherman who went missing after being swept off a cliff while fishing.
Hilo Woman Goes to Nation’s Capital to Urge Cancer Support
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s Hawai’i State Lead Ambassador, Holly Ho-Chee-DuPont, traveled to Washington, D.C. this week for the annual ACS CAN Leadership Summit and Lobby Day.
HPD Seeks Kona Man on Warrant, Questioning
Nicholas Volpa is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department on a bench warrant for contempt of court, as well as for questioning in other cases.
Man Wanted on Multiple Warrants Sought
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a 36-year-old man wanted on warrants and for questioning in abuse and burglary investigations.
Hawaiian Electric Proposes Renewable Energy Program
Hawaiian Electric Companies proposed a Community-Based Renewable Energy program to the Hawai’i Public Utilities Commission on Thursday.
Sonobe Hong Named New State Sheirff
Renee Sonobe Hong was recently named the Department of Public Safety’s State Sheriff Division Administrator, a role that will take effect on Oct. 16.
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Improve Tourism
Under the bipartisan bill, the Visa Waiver Program would be altered to shorten the waiting time for certain tourist visas and allow tourists to stay in the U.S. for a longer period of time.
October Marks Cyber Security Awareness Month
October has been proclaimed “Cyber Security Awareness Month” in the State of Hawai’i, coinciding with National Cyber Security Awareness Month.
NWHI Expedition Turns Up Large Rates of Unique Species
Among the species of marine life observed were some that had never been seen before, including a possible new species of seahorse and a sea star.
DOI Governance Proposal Receives Mixed Reactions
One day after the DOI announced its Native Hawaiian governance proposal, questions about the validity of the proposal remain.
Ige’s Office Plans Paperless Documents
Beginning Thursday, Oct. 1, Governor David Ige’s office will move towards a “paperless” environment.
Pair Arrested in Kona Robbery
Two men have been arrested and charged in a Kona robbery that took place on Aug. 4. One of the men was also charged in other unrelated incidents.
Lālāmilo Wind Farm to Save $1M Yearly
The wind farm will be constructed in South Kohala and consist of five wind turbines that will produce a total of 3.3 megawatts of power.
Wanted Man Located, Charged in Various Cases
The Hawai’i Police Department has located a Kailua-Kona man who was wanted on an arrest warrant for violating probation and for questioning in various other cases.
