West Hawai‘i News
Hawaii Farm Bureau Honors Onishi for Agriculture Advocacy
The House member from East Hawaii was recognized for his efforts that included pushing for funding to battle the coffee berry borer beetle.
Highway 190 Reopened; Arson Suspected in Tuesday’s Fires
Following three fires over two days, which prompted road closures on two occasions, the upper highway linking Waimea and Kona was reopened late Tuesday night.
Public’s Help Sought Identifying Shoplifting Suspect
The image of the man was captured by surveillance video Monday at the Prince Kuhio Plaza.
Police Looking for Missing Hilo Teenager
Ashlyn Cruz-Labrador, 15, has not been seen since Wednesday, Nov. 20.
Waimea Hospital Designated Level III Trauma Center
North Hawaii Community Hospital becomes the third on the Big Island to achieve the designation, which means it has surgeons and other care available 24/7.
Mediation Center Fund-Raiser ‘Best Ever,’ Director Says
The Kui`kahi Mediation Center Recognition Dinner and Auction held earlier this month raised more than $15,000 for the non-profit organization.
County Accepting Grant Applications from Non-Profits
Big Island organizations that have a 501(c)(3) designation from the Internal Revenue Service are eligible to apply for the $1.5 million in funding.
UPDATE: Two New Brush Fires Close Highway 190 Again
The new fires were again forcing the detouring of northbound traffic to Kaiminani Drive, and southbound motorists to either Waikoloa Road or the old Saddle Road junction.
Gabbard Presented with Kennedy New Frontier Award
Hawaii’s representative from the Second Congressional District joins the ranks of young Americans selected for contributions to their community and country.
Two Hilo Officers Awarded Police Cross
Joshua Gouveia and Garrett Hatada were given the award in connection with the case involving Keaka Martin in January.
Waimea Man Wanted for Questioning in Theft Case
Brandon Kelii Paulino-Pawai is described as 5-foot-10 and 190 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair.
Condemnation Underway to Extend Newly Named Ali`i Drive
One more County Council vote is needed to allow the county to obtain land necessary to complete a bypass road recently declared an extension of Ali`i Drive.
Cop Who Killed Wife Given Reduced Minimum Sentence
Ken Mathison’s minimum sentence was reduced to 25 years from 90 years, which means he will be eligible for parole in 2020.
Big Island Residents File Lawsuits Over OxyELITE Pro
The lawsuits filed in federal court in Honolulu claim that the now-recalled diet supplement resulted in liver damage.
Flags at Half-Staff Today in Remembrance of JFK
The president asked for the nation to join him in mourning the loss of “an extraordinary public servant.”
Police Release Nov. 21 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Funding to Complete First Phase of HCC’s Kona Campus
The governor has released more than $13 million for improvements to Big Island campuses of the University of Hawaii system.
Council Toughens Restrictions on Tobacco Sales, Including E-Cigarettes
The County Council bill will prohibit the sale of tobacco products to anyone under the age of 21, but exempts those who are 18 or older when it takes effect.
Public’s Help Sought Finding Missing Puna Woman
Police said Charmaine Burns of Hawaiian Paradise Park, who may be driving a green Toyota Echo, has a medical condition that requires medication.
Hawaii Community College Holding ‘Scholarship Night’
The event scheduled for Dec. 4 will help current and prospective students and their parents learn about ways to help pay for tuition for the fall 2014 semester.
