West Hawaii News
Public’s Help Sought Locating Missing Kona Girl
Aisha Freitas was last seen at Konawaena High School on Tuesday.
Police Release April 19 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Kuril Islands Hit by 7.2-Magnitude Quake, No Tsunami Generated
The tremor follows three of 6.5-magnitude or greater that hit the island chain in late February.
UPDATE: Officials Say Kulani Prison to Reopen July 2014
They say reopening the Big Island prison will save the state $5 million currently spent housing Hawaii inmates in mainland facilities.
Fair Housing Workshops Offered in Hilo and Kona
Tomorrow is the deadline to register for workshops on fair housing laws in Hilo and Kona that will be held on April 29 and 30 respectively.
UPDATE: Search For Possible WaveRunner Thief Called Off
The owner of the company from which the personal watercraft was stolen believes the thief may have jumped off it and swam to shore.
Senate Confirms De Lima to Second Board of Education Term
The latest term for De Lima, who serves as the board’s vice chairman, will expire in 2016.
Satellite to ‘Flare’ Near North Star Tonight
If clouds cooperate, the brief flash will occur between 8:08 and 8:09 p.m. in the northern part of the sky.
Overhanging Trees Prompt Closure of Waimea Road
Work to clear the trees is ongoing today which means detours around a portion of Opelo Road are necessary.
Hawaii Lawmakers to Take Up Background Check Bill Friday
While efforts to expand the checks failed today in the US Senate, the matter remains alive in the state Legislature.
DUI Arrests Down; Traffic Fatalities at 2012 Pace
As of last week the island’s death toll on public roadways stood at 11, the same as occurred during the same period last year.
No Tsunami From Another Strong New Guinea Quake
The strong tremor was the fourth in five weeks to strike the region.
Effort to Resolve Health Care Shortage Expands to Congress
While state efforts are already underway, Hawaii’s congressional delegation introduces legislation to boost health care on the neighbor islands.
US, Hawaii Flags at Half-Staff Until Sunset Saturday
The move is out of respect for the victims in the bombings Monday at the Boston Marathon.
Pole Repairs Require Detours on Palani Road Tonight
Motorists traveling in the mauka direction will be redirected to Konalani Street, while makai-bound drivers will be directed to Uluaoa Street.
Repairs to HOVE Well Expected Next Week
A contractor hired by the county has found a spare well and pump and expects to have the well operating again by mid-week.
Midnight Collections Tonight at Three Big Isle Post Offices
The post offices will have specially marked boxes or drop-off slots for last-minute income tax filers.
Police Again Ask For Help Solving February Hit-and-Run
The pedestrian was struck near Hokukano Road in Kealakekua.
Project to Expand Kawaihae Small Boat Berthings Set for June
A new floating dock 445 feet long will add 25 new berthing stalls.
