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Cat feces suspected in death of a nēnē gosling found in Hilo park
“This tragic incident highlights the problem of having feral cat colonies in areas that are known habitat for endangered or threatened species,” said DLNR Chair Dawn Chang.April 23, 2024 · 12:57 PM HST
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April 23, 2024 · 12:57 PM
Cat feces suspected in death of a nēnē gosling found in Hilo park
“This tragic incident highlights the problem of having feral cat colonies in areas that are known habitat for endangered or threatened species,” said DLNR Chair Dawn Chang.
April 23, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Temporary closure of areas surrounding Mauna Kea scheduled for ungulate animal control
The removal of sheep, goats and mouflon is needed to protect the habitat for the native Hawaiian bird Palila.
April 23, 2024 · 5:00 AM
State partners with DEA for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Anyone with expired or unused medications is encouraged to bring them to the collection sites located on Oʻahu, Maui, Kauaʻi and Hawaiʻi island on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
April 22, 2024 · 4:18 PM
Waikōloa restaurant ordered to shut down after state inspection reveals rodent infestation, unsanitary conditions
The Hawai‘i Department of Health Food Safety Branch issued a red “Closed” placard and immediately shut down Ocean Club at Haliʻi Kai on April 19 due to an active rodent infestation, contaminated food products and unsanitary conditions within the facility.
April 22, 2024 · 4:00 PM
More than $62M heading to Hawai‘i to deliver solar power to homes
The grant from the Environmental Protection Agency will provide solar power to low-income households across the state.
April 22, 2024 · 2:00 PM
Keiki islandwide participate in annual Heluhelu Quiz Bowl in Waimea
The quiz bowl was based on 30 award-winning middle grade books they have been reading over the past school year.
April 22, 2024 · 12:00 PM
Hawaiian Electric to conduct inspections for overhead transmission lines on Big Island
The checks will start on April 29 and go through May 3.
April 22, 2024 · 7:19 AM
Puna manʻs bail reduced following attempted murder charge
The 31-year-old also charged with carrying or use of a firearm in the commission of a separate felony. His bail has been set at $1,100,000.
April 22, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Sen. Schatz leads resolution highlighting importance of local news
US Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) led a group of 14 senators in introducing a resolution designating April 2024 as “Preserving and Protecting Local News Month.” The resolution recognizes local news as a public good that serves an essential function in American democracy.
April 22, 2024 · 3:00 AM
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April 23, 2024 · 12:01 PM HST
Mayor Bissen’s Weekly Disaster Recovery Community Update Meetings resume Wednesday
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April 23, 2024 · 11:00 AM HST
Lānaʻi Culture & Heritage Center to host 3rd Annual Kupulau Festival, April 27
The Lānaʻi Culture & Heritage Center hosts its 3rd Annual Kupulau Festival on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of the center in Lāna‘i City.
April 23, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST
Governor renews commitment to house FEMA-ineligible Maui wildfire survivors with 450-unit Ka La‘i Ola project
Gov. Josh Green, M.D., has announced a new partnership with HomeAid Hawai‘i to build Ka La‘i Ola, a project that will create 450 units for wildfire survivors on Maui who were not eligible for FEMA assistance. Ka La‘i Ola is the largest interim housing development announced for Maui wildfire survivors to date. Groundbreaking will soon be announced.
April 23, 2024 · 9:29 AM HST
Bank of Hawai‘i’s Lahaina branch is under construction with grand opening set before the end of 2024
Lahaina will be the second Branch of Tomorrow on Maui. The first is Kīhei, which opened in 2017. Bank of Hawai‘i has served the people of Lahaina for nearly a century—beginning with its first branch in the area on Front Street in 1930. In addition to the new branch, Bank of Hawai‘i Foundation donated $100,000 to Hawai‘i Community Lending for the Lahaina Homeowner Recovery Program.
April 23, 2024 · 8:35 AM HST
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Lifeguard shifts at select Kaua‘i beaches to expand hours
Kaua‘i will be the first county to have these full-time extended hours of coverage for its entire Ocean Safety Bureau program.
April 23, 2024 · 10:47 AM HST
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 23, 2024
Breezy and showery trade wind conditions will continue through Thursday, with clouds and showers favoring windward and mauka locations. Trade winds may ease…
April 23, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST
Kaua‘i community groups, old and new, throw Earth Day party at Anahola Beach Park
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April 23, 2024 · 7:02 AM HST
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