West Hawaii News
Police Report Brush Fire Near OTEC in West Hawai‘i
Big Island police reported shortly before 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, that a brush fire in West Hawai‘i is under control.
Waikōloa Man Extradited From Kentucky to Face Sex Assault Charges
A Big Island man has been extradited back to Hawai‘i to face several criminal charges laid out in an indictment.
Waikōloa Foundation Gifts New Canoe to Hoemana Club
A West Hawaiʻi canoe club’s fleet has expanded thanks to a donation from the Waikōloa Foundation.
County Council Moves Forward With Waikōloa Development Project
A proposed development near the Waikōloa resort area that would include timeshares, affordable workforce housing and other facilities is moving forward after the Hawaiʻi County Council on Wednesday, April 6, approved the second and final readings of two bills in regard to rezoning requests from the developer.
Water Shutoff Scheduled For Portions of Ali‘i Drive in Kona
The county Department of Water Supply is notifying customers along a portion of Ali‘i Drive in Kona that water will be shut off for several hours one day this week.
Three Coffee With a Cop Events Planned in Kona
West Hawai‘i residents will have three chances this month to discuss issues and concerns with their local law enforcement.
Hawai‘i Coffee Association to Host 27th Annual Conference, Trade Show
Coffee growers throughout the state are invited to attend an action-packed weekend of events, including the 13th annual Statewide Coffee Cupping Competition, during the Hawai‘i Coffee Association’s 27th annual trade show and conference.
Halekiʻi Market Goes Green For Earth Day Event
Halekiʻi Market in Kealakekua is going green to celebrate Lā Honua (Earth Day).
Police Renew Request For Assistance With Finding Woman Missing Since 2011
Big Island police are again asking for the public’s help with finding a North Kona woman who has been missing for nearly 11 years.
Waikōloa Timeshare, Affordable Housing Project Passes First Reading in County Council
The Hawai’i County Council on Wednesday, March 23, moved forward with rezoning requests by a Waikōloa developer seeking to repurpose nearly 180 acres near the Waikōloa resort area to be used for timeshares, affordable workforce housing and other facilities.
Police Seek Public’s Assistance With Identifying Captain Cook Armed Robbery Suspect
Big Island police are asking the public for its help with identifying a suspect involved in an armed robbery in West Hawai‘i.
Kealakekua Man Faces Drug Charges Following Execution of Search Warrant
A Big Island man faces drug charges after police executed a search warrant at a residence in West Hawai’i.
Closures Planned for Helicopter Operations at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park
Several areas at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park will be temporarily closed to accommodate for helicopter operations.
Police Encourage Safe Driving This St. Patrick’s Day
Buzzed driving is drunk driving — no matter the day of the year.
Hina Lani Street in Kona Partially Closed Because of Brush Fire
Hawai‘i County Civil Defense reports that a roadway in Kona is partially closed because of a brush fire.
Water Department Promotes Leak Detection During Fix a Leak Week
The county Department of Water Supply encourages customers to fix a leak and help conserve water islandwide.
County Council Moves Forward With New Homelessness Program
The Hawai’i County Council on Wednesday during its regular meeting took the final step in creating a new fund that will allocate tax dollars to addressing homelessness on the Big Island.
County Council Passes Resolution in Support of Ukraine
The Hawai‘i County Council on Wednesday showed its support for the people of Ukraine and condemned the actions of Russia and its invasion of the former Soviet state.
Kona Man Arrested, Charged For Firearms Offenses
A Big Island man faces several charges in connection with an incident Wednesday, March 9.
Missing Ocean View Man Located
Hawai‘i Island police are asking for the community’s assistance in locating an Ocean View man who was reported missing.
