West Hawaii News
Police: Two Men Arrested in ‘Drive-By’ Paintball Incidents in Kona
Two Big Island men have been arrested in connection with “drive-by” paintball shootings in Kona.
Keep Keiki Safe and Secure: Free Car Seat Inspection Event Scheduled in Kona
It’s better to be safe than sorry, and that’s especially true when it comes to keiki.
Kona Community Policing Section Collecting ‘Hydro’ Flasks For Students in Need
During the pandemic, many schools added water filling stations to prevent students from sharing drinking fountains to limit the possibility of exposure to COVID-19.
Career Opportunities Ahead: County to Host Online Job Fairs
Do you have aspirations to become a firefighter or police officer? Do you want to work in the fields of parks and recreation? Hawaiʻi County might have opportunities for you.
Officer Justin Gaspar Named Kona Crime Prevention Committee’s Officer of The Year
A West Hawai‘i organization recently honored a 12-year veteran of the Hawai‘i Police Department as its 2022 Officer of The Year.
Helicopter Operations Planned at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park
The operations will be conducted to remove invasive, non-native vegetation at the park.
Have a Cup of Joe With Kona Community Policing Officers in September
Residents of Kona will have the chance to chat with officers from the Kona Community Policing section of the Hawai‘i Police Department over a hot cup of coffee on two occasions in September.
Police Investigating Semi Tractor-Trailer Crash That Closed Portion of Waikōloa Road
Big Island police are investigating a traffic crash that closed a portion of a South Kohala roadway Tuesday, Sept. 6.
California Man Charged With Attempted Murder in Connection With Waikōloa Stabbing Incident
A visitor from the mainland is being charged in connection with a stabbing incident last week at a Waikōloa resort.
California Visitor Charged with Attempted Murder in Connection With Waikōloa Stabbing
A visitor from California faces an attempted murder charge, among others, in connection with a domestic incident in West Hawai‘i.
Captain Cook Man Killed in Three-Vehicle Crash
A Big Island man is dead after a three-vehicle crash in South Kona.
US Coral Reef Task Force Members Tour Hard-Hit Big Island Coral Ecosystem
Coral scientists, biologists and managers from throughout the nation who are in Hawai‘i for the 45th U.S. Coral Reef Task Force meeting got up close and personal Wednesday, Aug. 31, with coral colonies in waters of the Big Island’s Kealakekua Bay.
Update: Kona Man Accused of Following Minor into School Bathroom Held on $10K Bail
A Big Island man faces several charges following two separate incidents earlier this month, one of which involved a weapon at a West Hawai‘i elementary school.
Update: Bail Reduced for N. Kohala Man Charged With First-Degree Assault
A Big Island man faces a felony assault charge stemming from an altercation earlier this month at a Kailua-Kona business.
New Heights: Cop on Top Returns to Raise Funds And Awareness For Special Olympics Hawai‘i
It takes dedication, effort and sweat — and they have all of them in abundance.
Cultural Exchange: Students From Okinawa, Japan, Experience Life on The Big Island
Twelve students from Okinawa, Japan, are getting the full Big Island experience this week.
Cop on Top Fundraiser For Special Olympics Returns
Big Island police will again be raising funds for Special Olympics athletes for three days later this week.
MEDEX Northwest Graduates First Class From Kona Campus
After being delayed for two years because of the COVID-19 pandemic, MEDEX Northwest hosted on Aug. 20 a grand opening ceremony for its Kona campus and celebrated its first graduating class from the first physician assistant education program in the state.
Labor Day Concert Scheduled at Kona Commons
The audience will be treated to a variety of familiar melodies that will appeal to people of all ages.
