West Hawai‘i News
Police Release Nov. 29 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Funding Released for First Phase of Waimea District Park
The park’s 24-acre initial phase will include ball fields, a covered play court and a multi-use community building.
Hilo Pharmacy School Exempt From UH Building Moratorium
A new, $33 million building for the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s College of Pharmacy remains a top priority in the UH system, officials said this week.
State, Hunters and Others Criticize ‘American Jungle’ Series
The new History Channel series depicting hunting “clans” on the Big Island is culturally and ethically lacking, and may be violating laws, its critics say.
Donated Unused Timeshares to Benefit Make-A-Wish Children
Make-A-Wish Hawaii will use the donated vacation timeshares to provide Hawaii accommodations for children with life-threatening medical conditions and their families.
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.”
