West Hawai‘i News
Police Release June 6 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
County Receives $20M to Complete Kona Bypass
The payment is for the completion of the Mamalahoa Bypass to Captain Cook, which begins at the southern end of Ali`i Drive and currently ends in Kealakekua.
$5M Released for New Classrooms at Waimea Middle School
The appropriation was part of $87.1 million released today for improvements to educational facilities statewide.
Supreme Court to Take Up ‘Lowest Priority’ MJ Lawsuit
The Hawaii court has agreed to hear the appeal of rulings rejecting a lawsuit that charged Hawaii County with not upholding the law created by voters in 2008.
Pesticide Workshops Scheduled for Coffee Farmers
The workshops are part of the state’s efforts to subsidize the purchase of a fungus-based pesticide to help battle the coffee berry borer.
$9.7M Granted by Feds for Hawaiian Housing in Hilo, Kona
The DHHL said part of the funding will go to projects such as sweat equity construction, home repair and rental-with-option-to-purchase projects statewide.
Elderly Man Assaulted in Puna Home Invasion
Two masked suspects entered the Hawaiian Paradise Park home early Monday, struck a 68-year-old resident and left with electronic equipment.
Low-Cost Spay and Neuter Clinic for Cats Saturday
The clinic is being sponsored by Hui Pono Holoholona, which is dedicated to reducing the number of cats and dogs euthanized on the Big Island.
Hauanio, Minami-Judd Retire From Hawaii Volcanoes
National Park Service veterans Clarence “Aku” Hauanio and Gail Minami-Judd had a combined 60 years of experience.
County Council to Have At Least Three New Faces
Two of the incumbents are unopposed in the Aug. 9 primary, and six of the seven who are eligible to run have opted for re-election.
Hurricane Season is Here: Inventory Insurance, Belongings
The state Insurance Division is encouraging Hawaii residents to make sure they have the right type of policies and that they are in proper order.
Alumnus Gives HPA $1.5M Energy Study Grant
The funding from 1966 Hawaii Preparatory Academy graduate James C. Kennedy will bolster the “Go Green” program Kennedy launched in 2008.
Science Demonstrations for Keiki at Big Island Libraries
Hardware Science and “Fizz, Boom, Read” are among the free summer activities being offered at public libraries on the Big Island.
Help Sought ID’ing Man in Fraudulent Credit Card Case
The man whose image was captured by a surveillance camera allegedly making a $176 purchase at a Hilo store.
PUC Grants Rate Increases to Hawaiian Electric Companies
The rate increases are based on tariffs designed to provide the utilities with incentives to pursue efficiency and integrate home-based solar on their grids.
EPA Calls for 30% Carbon Reduction from Power Plants
The agency said its Clean Power Plan’s 2030 goals would result in reduced premature deaths, asthma attacks and lost productivity while easing climate change.
Teens Lost Hiking on Mauna Loa Rescued
The male teenagers were rescued Sunday morning after becoming separated from their parents at about 6 p.m. Saturday night.
County Looking to Expand Puna and Kona Parks
One property targeted under the county’s “Open Space” program is next to Ahalanui Park or Hot Pond; the other is across the street from White Sands beach.
UH-Hilo Chancellor’s Scholarships Awarded
Twelve Hawaii high school students, including seven from the Big Island, have been chosen to receive the scholarships covering four years of tuition.
Tsunami Repair Projects Slated at Kona Pier, Harbor
Work is already underway at the Kailua-Kona Pier, and is scheduled to begin June 9 at the small boat harbor at Keauhou Bay.
