West Hawai‘i News
Obama Orders Flags at Half-Staff Following Libya Attack
The attack on the US Consulate resulted in the deaths of Ambassador Christopher Stevens and three other Americans.
Police Open Investigation Into Possible 2010 Voter Fraud
Details are not being released about allegations from the county’s election office that prompted the police probe.
Hawaiian Homes Commission To Hold Big Island Meeting
The commission that oversees the DHHL next week will have a two-part meeting in Hilo and Naalehu, with a community meeting in Pahala in between.
Police: Missing Woman May Be In West Hawaii
Police are looking for 31-year-old Cristin Banks, also known as Cristin Guerpo-Banks.
Kona Community Meeting on Burglaries Tuesday
Police will provide information on a surge in burglaries and other crimes in Kona and on ways for the public to protect itself.
UPDATE: McDowell Found; Two Still Missing
Police are asking for the public’s help finding a Papaikou teenager, an Ocean View resident and a senior citizen from Kapoho.
UHH Group Accepting Nominations For Distinguished Alumni Awards
The university’s alumni association will hold a banquet in February to hand out awards to distinguished alumni and for distinguished service.
Hale Nani Escapee Arrested Saturday in Kona
Ryan Jeffries-Hamar had his bail set at $10,000 on the escape charge but was being held without bail for violating terms of his extended furlough.
Flags To Fly at Half-Staff On Patriot Day
President Obama and Gov. Neil Abercrombie have ordered the observance tomorrow to honor the victims of the Sept.11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
Two Fired Election Workers Sue County
Two of the four county elections workers fired in January have filed lawsuits accusing county officials of defamation of character and negligence.
Convoluted Election Measure Approved by Council
It passed a resolution asking a counties’ association to push for legislation allowing state officials to gauge county election preparedness.
Traffic Delays on Saddle Road, Kawaihae Harbor to PTA
Authorities are advising motorists of traffic delays in West Hawaii for the next week due to military convoys.
Illegal Activities in Beach Parks Focus of Program
Police, with the help of community organizations, are looking to stem illegal drinking and drug use.
Police Release Sept. 6 Warrant List
The list contains names of individuals with outstanding arrest warrants.
Council Tries to Bring Down Cost of Power
The president of HELCO responds by saying it is already trying to renegotiate its power purchase agreements.
Lead Concerns Prompt Recall of Red Vines Black Licorice
The recall by the American Licorice Co. involves a variety of packages of black licorice.
UPDATE: House Destroyed By Fire That Closed Road
An early morning structure fire closed down a portion of Route 180 near Holualoa Elementary School. The school remained open.
Suicide Prevention Focus of Activities Next Week
National Suicide Prevention Week will include World Suicide Prevention Day on Monday, Sept. 10.
Civil Defense Siren Test Set For Today
Because of Monday’s holiday, the siren test conducted simultaneously across the state will be held today.
Kona Man Held on $495,000 Bail
Joseph Augustino Narzisi was arrested and charged on a variety of drug and other offenses.
