West Hawai‘i News
County to Battle Little Fire Ants at Parks Islandwide
The Department of Parks and Recreation has received funding to hire up to three new employes who will work full-time to control the pest.
Meeting Next Week to Focus on Healthcare in Ka`u
The meeting on Saturday, July 19, is being held by the board of the East Hawaii Region of the state’s hospital system.
FBI Warning of Telephone ‘Jury Duty’ Scam
The bureau is saying people are being called and told they need to pay a fine to avoid arrest for missing federal jury duty.
UPDATE: Attempted Murder Charges Filed in Honaunau Shooting
Police said Monte Moreau, the 44-year-old man charged in the case, was a roommate of the 52-year-old gunshot victim at the Honaunau home.
New Law Simplifies Calling While Driving
While it increases the penalty for violations, it also allows drivers to pull over to make a call and ends the requirement for a trip to court.
Police Ramping Up DUI Checkpoints, Patrols
Motorists are being urged to drive safely and sober during the three-day Fourth of July weekend.
Fireworks Events, Road Closures and Safety Reminders
Firework shows are on tap at three Big Island locations with the Hilo one requiring closings of roads around the bayfront area.
Police Release July 3 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Public Invited to Watch Keck Astronomers Study Milky Way
The observatory is allowing the public to tune in tonight during an observing run into our galaxy’s black hole.
Visiting Scientists Learning the Ways of Active Volcanoes
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is hosting visitors from 11 nations as they learn about instrumentation and techniques used to prepare for eruptions.
Meetings on Native Hawaiian Recognition Come to Big Island
The effort by the US Department of Interior to gather input on a possible formal relationship moves to Hilo tonight and to Waimea and Kona on Thursday.
‘Active Shooter’ Presentations in Waimea, Puna
Similar to events previously held by police in Kona and Hilo, the presentations are designed to increase individuals’ awareness of potential violent situations.
UPDATE: Kona Assault Victim Dies at Oahu Hospital
The 52-year-old Kailua-Kona man was found Tuesday morning with head injuries on a sidewalk near the Kailua Pier.
Fugitive Arrested in Pepeekeo
Dale Daniel Arruda, an alleged parole violator who police had described as armed and dangerous, was arrested today without incident.
Public Reminded About Laws Pertaining To Mopeds
Police are asking the public to be mindful that mopeds are to be afforded the same rights as other motor vehicles.
Law Raising Legal Age for Tobacco Products in Effect
Retailers who violate the law that went into effect today are subject to a fine of up to $2,000.
Police Have Located Man in Surveillance Photo
The misdemeanor sexual assault case for which the man was wanted for questioning will be routed to the county Office of the Prosecuting Attorney.
Police Seize Illegal Electric Stun Guns at Puna Market
The electronic stun guns, which were made to resemble a cellular phone, were found at a vendor’s booth at the Maku`u Market.
Abercrombie: No Veto for Financial Disclosure Bill
The governor said Senate Bill 2682, which requires public financial disclosure for members of 15 boards and commissions, will become law without his signature.
New Law Allows Election-Day Voter Registration in 2018
The late voter registration allowed under Act 166 will begin at absentee polling places in 2016.
