West Hawai‘i News
Presentations to Educate Kupuna on Fraud Issues
A coalition of county and state agencies will hold the four events islandwide to help senior citizens avoid Medicare, securities and other types of fraud.
Food Establishments to Receive Color-Coded Placards
The new law establishes the use of green, yellow or red cards to indicate each business’ status following food-safety inspections.
Big Island Escapes Most of Wali’s Wrath
Oahu received the heaviest rains of more than an inch per hour which were triggered when Wali’s moisture hit a low-pressure system sitting near Kauai.
Public’s Help Sought in Stolen Credit Card Case
They are trying to identify a man observed using the credit card at a Hilo convenience store last year.
Kona Hospital Auxiliary Awards Six Nursing Scholarships
The $15,000 provided to the nursing students is designed to assist Kona Community Hospital in meeting future nursing needs, the auxiliary said.
State Closing Waimanu Valley campground, Muliwai Trail
The trail that leads from Waipio Valley to the remote campground could be subjected to flash flooding from rainfall from tropical depression Wali.
Parker School Graduate Honored as Presidential Scholar
Lysha Matsunobu is the fourth student from a Waimea private school to be so honored over the past three years.
Police Need Help ID’ing Couple in Theft Case
The man and woman are suspected of a theft on Wednesday from a department store on Puainako Street.
Wali Weakens to a Tropical Depression
Rainfall of up to a foot is expected in some areas this weekend, although accompanying winds are expected to be typical trades of 10-20 mph.
Police Release July 18 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Police Looking For Man With Six Outstanding Warrants
Pio Kapeli Jr., who is also wanted for questioning in a theft case, has no permanent address but is known to frequent the Puna District.
Vehicles Damaged by Running Over Rocks on Roadways
Two vehicles struck rocks near Alae Cemetery and a third incident occurred on Haihai Street.
Man Wanted by Police for Violating Probation
Police say Kyle Dawson, 32, should be considered dangerous and may be armed.
HELCO Warning Customers of Bill-Payment Scam
The utility is receiving reports from customers of callers claiming to be from the company and saying bills should be paid using a service called “Money Pak.”
UPDATE: Storm Expected to Weaken, Bring Heavy Rainfall
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for the weekend in advance of the arrival of what is now tropical storm Wali.
DRAM Settlement Claim Deadline is Aug. 1
The state’s attorney general is reminding residents about the price-fixing settlement for anyone who purchased an electronic device between 1998 and 2002.
Abercrombie and Ige to Appear at Waimea Forum July 23
The event will be one of two debates on the Big Island for the leading contenders for the Democratic nominee for governor in the Aug. 9 primary election.
Showers Easing, But More on Tap for Sunday
Passing low-pressure systems have left up to a foot of rain behind, although dryer weather is expected until the next wave arrives possibly on Saturday night.
More Lane Closures on Highway 190 in North Kona
HELCO’s transmission line project will force the closure of one lane north of Puuanahulu for the next two weeks.
New Air Ambulance Dedicated at Kona Community Hospital
The twin-engined helicopter is owned by Hawaii Life Flight, an air-ambulance service based in Honolulu, for exclusive use at the Kona facility.
