West Hawai‘i News
Design Chosen For New Waiaka Bridge Below Waimea
The new bridge where Kawaihae Road meets the Kohala Mountain Road will involve straightening the approaches and adding a traffic signal.
Public Warned of Scam Involving Fake Microsoft Caller
The scam involves someone trying to get access to confidential information on the victim’s computer.
Another Arrest Made in Connection to Burglary Ring
A 24-year-old Kailua-Kona man is the latest to be arrested in the investigation.
Council Cancels Meeting Over Lawsuits
The matter of hiring outside attorneys to defend the county against the lawsuits fired by fired election workers will be discussed at another meeting.
Kawauchi Names Another Temporary Elections Administrator
Elizabeth Lehua Iopa becomes the Big Island’s third elections administrator this year.
County Sets New Hours For Building Permit Assistance
Shorter hours will give permit clerks more time to process permits without being interrupted by requests for help at the front desk.
Fire Damages Macnut Factory in Captain Cook
The blaze did an estimated $80,000 in damage to a sampling room in the Hawaiian Host factory.
Volunteerism to be Celebrated Saturday at Hawaii Volcanoes
Several programs and a guided hike of a new trail are on tap for National Public Lands Day at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Info Booth Friday at Reed’s Bay on Beach Park Use
Police and several non-profit agencies are informing the public of what’s allowed at county beach parks.
Kenoi and Kim Debate as General Election Draws Nearer
Now that the mayor’s race is down to two, the candidates appear to be looking to focus on their differences.
Loss of Generator Cuts Power to 4,700 HELCO Customers
The utility’s engineers are still trying to determine the cause of the outage that lasted four minutes.
Well Operating Again, But Commercial Use Still On Hold
Commercial water haulers will have to wait until the reservoir refills, water department officials said.
Police Release Sept. 21 Warrant List
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of persons wanted on outstanding warrants.
Sangha Hall Event Marks Kupuna Fall Prevention Week
The effort includes seniors’ fall risk screening and review of medications that could contribute to a fall.
Changes Proposed to Rules For Environmental Studies
Proposed amendments would require an environmental assessment be prepared for new power plants or oil refineries, such as the one proposed for Ka`u.
Council to Hold Special Session to Discuss Lawsuits
The meeting will likely be held in an executive session which the public is not allowed to attend.
Police Break Up Burglary Ring, Arrest 10
Police credit tips from the community with helping them dismantle the crime ring.
Kona Man Faces Mandatory Sentence for Meth Trafficking
This was the second such offense for John Albert Wagner Jr. of Kailua-Kona.
New Ocean View Well Out of Commission
The breakdown is forcing commercial water haulers to use standpipes in either Naalehu or Hookena.
Police Seeking Witnesses to Kona Robbery Tuesday Night
The robbery occurred at about 7:45 p.m. in a parking lot below Kona Community Hospital.
