West Hawaii News
Hilo Public Meeting Tonight on Navy Training EIS
The US Navy will hold a meeting on an environmental study being prepared for its plans to train in Hawaii and off California using sonar and explosives.
California Man Dies Snorkeling Off Kohala Beach
Police are investigating a possible drowning of a visitor from San Francisco near a South Kohala resort.
UPDATE: Robert ‘Boomer’ Tanoai Arrested in Assault Case
Police have arrested a 43-year-old Kailua-Kona man wanted in connection with a variety of cases.
Road Work Continues in Kona on June 12
The Department of Public Works reminds motorists that crews will continue to be busy beginning next Tuesday with resurfacing and construction work in West Hawai’i.
Police Looking For Missing Teenagers
In two unrelated cases, police are looking for missing Big Island teenagers.
Meeting Set on Another Saddle Road Improvement
State and federal officials will meet with the public next week in Waikoloa to provide information about the latest plans for Saddle Road.
UPDATE: Police Charge Man in Kona Robbery
Two adults and a juvenile were arrested by Kona police following a late-night robbery Tuesday at the Coconut Grove Market Place.
Candidates for Election on Big Island Set
The filing deadline has passed, and the state’s elections office has announced candidates for local elections.
Kawaihae Man Dies While Working on Roof
An autopsy will be done to determine the cause of death of a 49-year-old man who died Monday while working on the roof of a Waimea home.
Kenoi Receives Endorsement From Fire Fighters Association
The Hawaii Fire Fighters Association gave Mayor Billy Kenoi their endorsement for his re-election run Monday.
Transit of Venus Visible From Big Island
Hawaii will be one of the prime viewing spots for the Transit of Venus, a rare astronomical event that occurs every hundred years or so.
Lingle Hosts Birthday and Opening HQ Bashes
Linda Lingle will be celebrating her birthday in conjunction with the grand openings of her campaign’s Hilo and Kona headquarters.
Two Female Kayakers Rescued From Windy Seas
Two female kayakers were rescued from strong gusty winds and poor visibility off shore in the vicinity of Akoni Pule Highway.
UPDATE: North Kona Water Restrictions Continue Until June 1
North Kona residents are still asked to restrict water usage by 25 percent until June 1, when a spare pump is expected to be installed.
DUI Arrests Stay Below Last Year’s Numbers
DUI arrests are down for the second straight week, according to the latest statistics from the Hawaii Police Department.
Council Nixes Environmental Impact Statements for Geothermal Exploration
Companies will now be able to search for potential geothermal sites using surface measuring technology, but would still be faced with an EIS if they seek to drill test-wells
Click It or Ticket Campaign Begins Sunday
The national “Click It or Ticket” campaign kicks off this weekend, and authorities organized a rally to remind motorists of the added enforcement campaign.
Coroner’s Inquest Requested After Death of Kona Bicyclist
A coroner’s inquest has been requested following the death of a bicyclist in Kailua-Kona Thursday morning.
Kona Sea-Water Bottler to Pay $2 Million Fine
A company that sells deep-sea water drawn off the Kona coast has agreed to pay a $2 million fine for violations of its bottling permit.
Kealakehe High Student Honored For Volunteer Efforts
Candonino Agusen is named one the nation’s top 10 youths in the 2012 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program.
