#Third Circuit Court
Learn about legal directives for end-of-life medical wishes at caregiver resource fair
On Saturday at the second annual Empowering Caregiver Resource Fair, Kona Community Hospital is hoping to educate more caregivers about health care directives and how they can better take care of their loved ones who are suffering from declining health and themselves.
Parents of Hilo boy killed by assault rifle sue Boy Scouts of America
The family of an 11-year-old Hilo boy accidentally shot and killed at a Boy Scouts of America event in 2022 is now suing the national organization and a local affiliate.
New Judge Sworn in at Kona Courthouse
Joanna E. Sokolow was sworn in as Judge of the District Family Court of the Third Circuit before colleagues, special guests, family, and friends – many of whom watched remotely. Sokolow will be based at the Keahuolū Courthouse. Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald presided over the Aug. 3 ceremony, which was livestreamed on the Judiciary’s […]
Senate Confirms Jeffrey Ng as Family Court Judge in 3rd Circuit
The Hawai’i State Senate voted to confirm Jeffrey W. Ng to fill a judicial position in the District Family Court of the Third Circuit. His term of office will be for six years.
County P&R, Mayor Sued Over Kukuihaele Park Project
The preliminary injunction names the County of Hawai’i Department of Parks and Recreation and its director, Clayton Honma, as defendants, as well as Hawai’i County Mayor Billy Kenoi.
Circuit Court Vacates TMT’s Land Use Permit
Thirty Meter Telescope’s Conservation District Use Permit has officially been vacated.
Veterans Treatment Court Honors First Graduate
The first graduate of the Hawai’i Veterans Treatment Court of the Third Circuit was celebrated on Monday.
Big Island Veterans Treatment Court Launched Monday
The State’s second Veterans Treatment Court held it’s opening ceremony on Monday.
Volunteer Attorney Assistance Program Expanding to Kona
West Hawaii Bar Association attorneys will be at the Kealakekua courthouse on Wednesdays to provide help to those representing themselves in civil court matters.
