West Hawai‘i News
No Tsunami From Earthquake in Chile
No significant damage was reported from the 6.1-magnitude tremor.
UPDATE: Leeward Fire Hazard Warning Follows Dry October
Records were set in 19 areas across the state for the driest October on record.
Body at Campsite Identified As Homeless Man
Dental Records showed that the man was 48-year-old Terry Lee Day, who was known to frequent the Ocean View area.
Lecture on Kona Oral Histories Wednesday at Civic Center
It is the latest in the Kona Historical Societies’ Hanohano `O Kona lecture series.
Buoy or Not, Debris Destined For Disposal
The large metal container that washed up in Ka`u in October will be cut into pieces that can be removed by helicopter.
NOAA: Japan Tsunami Debris Still Expected
While bigger floating items such as docks have been reaching the mainland’s shores, smaller items in the water are expected to reach Hawaii this winter.
President of NRA To Speak Tonight in Hilo
David Keene will speak at a meeting of the Conservative Forum for Hawaii at the Naniloa Volcanoes Resort.
Windows 8 Supports Hawaiian Language Diacriticals, More
The latest version of Microsoft’s operating system includes a Hawaiian keyboard in its layout.
Fire Destroys House in Sprawling Ka`u Subdivision
Only the front wall was standing when firefighters arrived.
Police Warn of Internet Scam Involving Craigslist
Police say the scam is a variation of ruses involving a counterfeit check.
HELCO Seeking Approval to Expand Geothermal Power
The Big Island utility is seek approval from the state Public Utilities Commission to expand its geothermal sources by 50 megawatts.
Funding Will Boost County Services for Crime Victims
The county will expand its aid to victims through funding resulting from the Justice Reinvestment Initiative, a collaboration between states and the federal government.
Police: 13-year-old Boy Missing Since Aug. 26
Police are asking for the public’s help locating Benson Maddison.
Big Island Police Release Nov. 9 List of Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Police Trying to Identify Body Found at Campsite
No foul play is suspected in connection to the remains found north of South Point.
Entrance Fees Waived at Hawaii Volcanoes This Weekend
The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees at all of its 398 units across the country in observance of the Veteran’s Day weekend.
Rivera Sought By Police on Bench Warrants
Rivera, who is described as homeless, is wanted for failing to appear in court.
Care-Home Death Prompts Manslaughter Investigation
The probe follows the revocation of a caregiver’s certification in response to the August death.
