West Hawai‘i News
County Reopening Honoka`a Gym
The county Department of Parks and Recreation said repairs to its roof have been completed.
Owner of Unclaimed Necklace Sought
Police need the public’s help identifying the owner of some missing jewelry.
Police Issue Mail Scam Warning
The public should be on the lookout for letters seeking financial information or asking that checks be cashed.
UPDATE: Fatality From North Kona Crash Identified
Injuries sustained in a two-car collision on July 30 have claimed the life of one of the drivers.
Firefighters Extinguish Kitchen Fire in Kawaihae
No one was home when firefighters extinguished the blaze early today.
Temporary Water Shut-off Next Week Near Waimea
Water service will be shut off from late Aug. 15 to early the next morning along Kawaihae Road near the intersection of Kohala Mountain Road.
Mailing of Prospective Juror Questionnaires Begins Today
If you are a registered voter, have a Hawai`i driver’s license or file state income taxes, you may soon be among the recipients of a juror questionnaire.
UH Gets Federal Grant For Biofuel Research
The US Department of Agriculture-funded project will involve a mix of universities and private companies.
Police Seeking Missing Mountain View Woman
The 23-year-old woman may be in the presence of a 27-year-old Hilo man.
HELCO Proposes New, Cheaper Aina Koa Pono Deal
After having its proposal rejected by regulators last year, the Big Island utility is asking for approval of a new biodiesel deal.
UPDATE: Two Charged in Kona Road-Rage Incident
Police are looking for witnesses to the incident that occurred Wednesday afternoon near the Kona Commons shopping center.
Kona Man Dead Following Collision Involving a Moped
The collision resulted in the man’s car striking a fire hydrant and light pole.
Speed a Factor in Overnight Ka`u Fatality
A 39-year-old Kurtistown man suffered fatal injuries in a single-car collision on in the Ka`u area overnight.
Kawauchi: Duplicate Registrations and Voters Found
The county clerk said problems with the Big Island voter registry won’t affect the upcoming primary election.
Kawauchi to Hold Press Conference on Voter Registry
The Big Island’s county clerk, who has been criticized for lack of communication with the media, will hold a press conference Wednesday.
