West Hawai‘i News
Kona Couple Charged With Numerous Drug Offenses
A Big Island couple face several drug charges following the execution of a search warrant on a vehicle Thursday, April 28.
Kona Woman Arrested, Charged After Police Recover Drugs With Estimated Street Value of $300K
A Big Island woman is facing a litany of drug and firearms charges following her arrest at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport.
Kailua-Kona Post Office to Host Two-Day Job Fair
The U.S. Postal Service is seeking nearly 30 new employees for four Big Island post offices and is providing an opportunity for those interested to apply.
Police Seek Information About Kona Traffic Incident
Big Island police are piecing together what happened during a traffic incident last weekend in Kona and are asking for the public’s assistance.
Sewer Repairs Necessitate Traffic Change on Part of Ali‘i Drive in Kona
Motorists and businesses in Kailua-Kona are being notified that sewer repair work will cause temporary traffic changes for portions of Ali‘i Drive.
UH-Hilo, HCC See Record Graduation Rates Despite Pandemic
Two years and counting after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, spring commencement ceremonies at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo and Hawai‘i Community College are less than a month away.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled on Ali‘i Drive in Kona
The county Department of Water Supply will conduct a fire hydrant flow test from midnight-1 a.m. Tuesday, April 19, on Ali‘i Drive in Kona.
Fire Destroys Structure in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates
Big Island firefighters responded to a structure fire shortly after 9:30 a.m. Sunday, April 17, in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates.
Wet Weather Nothing Unusual For First Part of April
The sun finally made more of an extended appearance in Hilo and other portions of the Big Island on Thursday, April 14, providing a little relief from what seemed like constantly wet and rainy conditions.
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.
