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Six Big Island nonprofits recommended for $400,000 in County stewardship grants

The grant money would come from a special Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Maintenance Fund.

Big Island police offer Halloween safety tips

Being safe is no trick; a few common-sense tips can help make Halloween is safe and fun for keiki and adults alike.

Big Island weekly lane closures: Oct. 29-Nov. 4

Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekly lane closures for Oct. 29-Nov. 4.

Firefighters extinguish Ocean View structure fire

The unpermitted post-and-pier wooden house was fully engulfed in flames when first responders arrived.

High bacteria count advisory issued for beach north of Honokōhau Harbor

The advisory was issued because testing for enterococci indicated potentially harmful microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, protozoa or parasites could be present in the water.

Big Island police encourage public to participate in National Drug Take-Back Initiative

The goal of the event is to help reduce the risk of prescription drug abuse.

14 motorists arrested for DUI during week of Oct. 17-23

So far this year, there have been 802 DUI arrests compared with 861 during the same period last year, a decrease of 6.9%.

Man sought in armed robbery of restaurant in Kealakekua

Hawaiʻi Island police say the suspect is described as being in his 20s to mid-30s, caucasian with a slender build, 6 feet tall and 180 to 200 pounds.

Kona officer honored for tracking down federal fugitive from Mexico

Kona Patrol Officer Elijah Won took into custody Martin Medina, a federal fugitive from Mexico who was suspected to be involved in criminal activity, including the stealing of vehicles and illegal narcotic distribution.

EPIC building permit system to get upgrade

The new upgrade will not affect any process on the user’s end.

Want to be scared? Check out the list of Halloween activities around the Big Island

There are Halloween activities around the Big Island — for keiki to adults. Check out the list that includes haunted houses, witches on the water, a menacing maze and Howl-ween with four-legged friends.

Gilbert Kahele Recreation Area on Saddle Road to be closed

Vector control operations will take place at the park during the morning.

The message Ocean View residents were told about Mauna Loa: Be prepared

Emotions ran high Saturday afternoon in Ocean View as residents living in the community on Mauna Loa’s Southwest Rift Zone got an update on the sleeping giant’s status and had a chance to speak with and ask questions.

Christmas canoes and bows of holly: Kailua Kalikimaka Lighted Boat Parade seeks entries

The Kailua Village Business Improvement District invites sailboats, powerboats, canoes and kayaks to be a part of the festive holiday celebration.

Big Island weekly lane closures: Oct. 22-28

Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekly lane closures for Oct. 22-28.

Two arrested and charged in connection with alleged Kona burglary

Kona patrol officers identified 27-year-old Destanyie Calicdan of Hilo and 31-year-old Troy Canda-Raigumai of Kea‘au after both individuals were observed using the victim’s stolen credit cards to make numerous unauthorized purchases from at least five businesses in the Kailua-Kona area.

Search for Big Island’s next top cop narrows to 21; identities of applicants remain secret

After finalists are identified, the public will have the chance to comment on and engage with each of the applicants for the chief’s post.

Hawaiian Electric again asks Big Island customers to reduce electricity use

For the second day in a row, Hawaiian Electric is asking its Big Island customers to limit their use of electricity.

Police seek information about alleged Kona assault and robbery

Big Island police are investigating after a 38-year-old Kailua-Kona man was allegedly assaulted and robbed.

ALERT: Hawaiian Electric asks Big Island customers to reduce electricity use

Customers are asked to reduce their power usage from 5-9 p.m. tonight.
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