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County Council takes up 2 measures supporting project to mitigate wildfire risk in North Hawai‘i
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May 2, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Hawaiʻi County and partners relaunch emergency rental assistance program
The program is designed to help households that suffered from economic hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic and struggling to pay rent.
May 2, 2024 · 9:41 AM
2 wanted Big Island men located
20-year-old Matthew Koi of Naalehu and 27-year-old Junson Heckerz of Ocean View were both previously wanted on outstanding bench warrants and for questioning in other criminal investigations.
May 2, 2024 · 9:28 AM
December 2023 Hawaiian Acres murder investigation continues
39-year-old Dingie Anthony Dean Martin of Mountain View was found on the ground in his driveway and later died at Hilo Medical Center as the result of a single gunshot wound to his head.
May 2, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Hawaiʻi Legislature passes coffee labeling standards bill
“This initiative is about protecting Kona’s world-renowned coffee and ensuring that local farmers receive the prices they deserve for their products, and that dollars stay in Hawaiʻi’s economy,” said Big Island state Rep. Nicole Lowen
May 2, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on the Big Island for May 2-8: Kodomo No Matsuri, AstroDay, Mālama Healing Festival and more
Live music, hands-on educational science activities and demonstrations, Children’s Day celebrations, art displays, crafts and even a party for Cinco De Mayo are on tap this weekend.
May 2, 2024 · 1:00 AM
County Council takes up 2 measures supporting project to mitigate wildfire risk in North Hawai‘i
Grant funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be used to reduce hazardous wildfire fuels such as dry vegetation and invasive species and create defensible space for several communities and large landowners affected by the massive Māna Road Fire in the summer of 2021.
May 1, 2024 · 6:32 PM
Big Island man charged in incident involving woman bound with duct tape and assaulted
50-year-old Ian Benjamin Winther of Ocean View is being detained at the Kealakehe Police Station pending his initial court appearance Thursday in Kona District Court. His bail was set at $143,000.
May 1, 2024 · 5:23 PM
Police continue to investigate December 2023 second-degree murder case in Hilo
68-year-old Albert Harry Pacheco Sr. of Hilo was found dead in his vehicle with a single gunshot to his upper thigh the afternoon of Dec. 3, 2023, on the banana farm above Alae Cemetery in Hilo where he was employed
May 1, 2024 · 4:48 PM
North Kona water restriction downgraded to voluntary conservation notice
Customers in the district are asked to adhere to a voluntary 10% water conservation notice instead of the 25% water restriction, which had been in effect since Aug. 7, 2023.
May 1, 2024 · 4:41 PM
Hilo woman cited for feeding cats in park where nēnē gosling was found dead
The 66-year-old was issued two citations for violating state endangered and threatened species laws, which prohibit the feeding of protected wildlife, since nēnē may eat the cat food.
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April 29, 2024 · 5:08 PM HST
Kamuela Philharmonic closes out 2023-24 season with ‘POPS!’ this Sunday afternoon
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April 26, 2024 · 2:42 PM HST
Tickets still available for events during annual Big Island Chocolate Festival
The 11th Big Island Chocolate Festival continues this weekend, culminating with the “Mystical Chocolate Masquerade” gala on Saturday at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa.
April 26, 2024 · 10:30 AM HST
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Hawaiʻi Community Lending announces Lahaina Homeowner Recovery Program
Hawaiʻi Community Lending announces a new Lahaina Homeowner Recovery Program. This three-year program will assist up to 500 owner-occupant Lahaina homeowners prevent foreclosure and qualify for financing to rebuild their homes.
May 2, 2024 · 9:34 AM HST
Kahului Fire Station, County Building to be lit red in remembrance of fallen firefighters
The Kahului Fire Station and Kalana O Maui County Building will be lit red this week in remembrance of fallen firefighters, including County of Maui Firefighter Tre’ Evans-Dumaran.
May 2, 2024 · 9:11 AM HST
Legislature passes bill supporting value-added production across Hawaiʻi
HB2144 requires the State of Hawaiʻi Department of Health to amend the definition of “homemade food products” in its Hawaiʻi Administrative Rules, and to adopt certain rules regarding the sale and delivery of homemade food products, which pragmatically expands opportunities for cottage food producers and consumers without compromising food safety.
May 2, 2024 · 8:13 AM HST
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May 2, 2024 · 7:15 AM HST
Hawaiʻi Technology Academy brings hands-on programs to its Maui campuses
The state’s largest public charter school system, Hawai‘i Technology Academy, is bringing a different way of learning to students at its two Maui campuses.
May 2, 2024 · 6:00 AM HST
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Kapa‘a transfer station only accepting bagged trash Friday
The change is because of scheduled equipment repairs, which could be finished as early as Saturday. All other services at the facility are still available.
May 2, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST
Kaua‘i police alert public about new phone scam involving threat of arrest for missing jury duty
To make the scam appear credible, callers could use real information about the victim, real court addresses and names of court or law enforcement officials.
May 2, 2024 · 8:41 AM HST
Kauai Weather Forecast for May 02, 2024
Trade winds will strengthen today, then become breezy Friday through the weekend. Clouds and showers will favor typical windward slopes, with an…
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Kauai Surf Forecast for May 02, 2024
Tiny surf will persist along north and west facing shores through Friday. A small, long period northwest swell is expected to fill in Friday night and peak…
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Buildings to light up green for Mental Health Month
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health and its partners are joining together to encourage Hawaiʻi residents to foster acceptance of mental health care and end the prejudice and discrimination that create barriers to seeking treatment.
May 2, 2024 · 5:00 AM HST
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