West Hawai‘i News
FEMA Deadline for June 27 Lava Flow Approaching
The FEMA deadline for state, county, and some private non-profit agencies is closely approaching.
PTA Opens for Bird Hunting this Weekend
Pohakuloa Training Area officials will open several training areas for shotgun bird hunting this weekend.
Officer Kristi Crivello Named Kohala Officer of the Quarter
The Hawai’i Island Safety and Security Professionals Association named Officer Kristi Crivello Kohala Officer of the Quarter.
HTA Announces Interim President and CEO
The Hawai’i Tourism Authority has announced the appointment of interim President and CEO Ronald Williams.
Police Release Nov. 20 List of Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the persons sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Gunfire Sounds in Keauhou Prompt Police Investigation
The Hawai’i Police Department responded Tuesday to reports of gunfire sounds in Keauhou. Three men were arrested and released pending further investigation.
Financial Aid Workshops for Native Hawaiian Students
The University of Hawai’i System is holding free Financial Aid Workshops on the Big Island for those of Hawaiian decent who are interested in attending college.
Pair Arrested and Charged with Drug Related Offenses
The Hawai’i Police Department made two arrests Monday following a search warrant on a home in Waikoloa.
Kamuela Crosswalk Work Shouldn’t Close Lanes
The County of Hawai’i Traffic Division has scheduled the installation of a new crosswalk near Longs Drugs on Kawaihae Road in Kamuela.
HPD Weekly Statistical Breakdown: 24 Arrested
DUI arrests are down 11.5 percent from last year. Traffic fatalities have also decreased by 54.2 percent, while major accidents have increased by 14.9 percent.
Man Located in Stolen Truck Faces 11 Charges
The Hawai’i Police Department has charged Isaac K. Abrojena with 11 offenses after being located in a stolen truck Friday.
Military Convoy Scheduled to Begin Tuesday
Oahu-based service members are scheduled to convoy from Kawaihae Harbor to Pohakuloa Training Area on Nov. 18-19.
HPD Investigating Two Kona Robberies
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating two robberies that happened on the 73-1200 block of Hiolani Street in Kailua-Kona on Nov. 2 and Nov. 12.
Multiple Bird Hunting Areas Opened by PTA
Pohakuloa Training Area officials will open multiple areas for bird hunting on Nov. 15-16 from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.
High Surf Warning Prompts West Hawai’i Beach Closures
Kahalu’u, Waiaha, and La’aloa beach parks have been closed because of high surf. A High Surf Warning is posted for West Hawai’i shores until 6 p.m. Wednesday.
UH Board of Regents Approves In-State Tuition for All Veterans
The University of Hawai’i Board of Regents approved a policy amendment granting all military veterans in-state tuition.
Big Island Veterans Treatment Court Launched Monday
The State’s second Veterans Treatment Court held it’s opening ceremony on Monday.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
DUI arrests on Big Island roadways remain down from last year, by 11.3 percent, while major accidents are up by 14.7 percent this year.
No Advisories Issued After 3.8M West Hawai’i Quake
There were no immediate advisories issued following a 3.8 magnitude earthquake reported at 5:39 a.m. on Monday, near Kalaoa.
Hawai’i Electric Light Arbor Day Tree Giveaway Postponed
Hawai’i Electric Light has postponed its scheduled tree giveaway due to the unavailability of plants.
