“Red Hill Crisis: Pentagon reports detail poor recordkeeping across Oahu fueling operations.”
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Red Hill Crisis: Pentagon reports detail poor recordkeeping across Oahu fueling operations
Residents asked to prepare for power, water shutdowns amidst Red Flag Warning
Hawaiian Electric customers on the Big Island are advised to prepare for potential power and water shutdowns today as wildfire risk runs high on the island.
Underground fuel tanks at Halepohaku need to be replaced
Construction could begin at Halepohaku in January as part of a year-long project to remove a potentially leaky fuel system.
Police ID two killed in weekend traffic crash
Police have identified two individuals killed in a two-vehicle collision early Saturday morning in Volcano as 48-year-old Joanna Graves and 54-year-old David Makizuru, both of Volcano.
Red Flag Warning in effect today for parts of the island
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning which is in effect today from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in for the following districts: North Kohala, South Kohala, North Kona, Hawaii Island Interior, Ka‘u.
Kawamoto pool closure drags on
A Hilo pool closed in October will remain so indefinitely as Hawaii County repairs faulty equipment.
Master of Hawaiian dance Vicky Holt Takamine awarded the Gish Prize
Red Flag Warning in effect Friday for parts of the island
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning effective Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the evening for the following districts: North Kohala, South Kohala, North Kona, Hawaii Island Interior, Ka‘u.
Police ID two killed in weekend traffic crash
Police have identified two individuals killed in a two-vehicle collision early Saturday morning in Volcano as 48-year-old Joanna Graves and 54-year-old David Makizuru, both of Volcano.
Bill regarding home repairs passes
Small-scale home repairs could become easier to make if Mayor Mitch Roth signs a bill that exempts repair projects below a certain cost from needing a building permit.
Kea‘au to get health center
Hilo Benioff Medical Center is planning to build an outpatient clinic on approximately nine acres of land in Kea‘au.
Waimea man charged with firearms, drug offenses
A 42-year-old Waimea man faces numerous drug- and firearms-related offenses stemming from a traffic stop early Friday morning in Puna.
Legislature leadership positions announced
Some Big Island elected lawmakers will fill out leadership seats in the state House of Representatives and Senate during the 2025 legislative session,which begins in January.
Two arrested for stabbings at Kona bar
A Kailua-Kona couple has been arrested and charged with numerous offenses following a double-stabbing that occurred Saturday night during an incident involving multiple people outside a bar in Kona.
Police investigating possible drowning in Kealakekua Bay
Big Island police are investigating the possible drowning death of a 29-year-old woman found in Kealakekua Bay on Sunday.
Hawaii Police Department rolls out new website
The Hawaii Police Department on Tuesday launched its newly redesigned website at http://www.hawaiipolice.gov.
Feedback sought for HPP park
Hawaiian Paradise Park residents are urged to submit feedback about a proposed new district park that will be built in the subdivision.
Officials praise $72M grant that will bolster internet service on Hawaiian homestead lands
A longstanding effort to increase internet connectivity in Department of Hawaiian Home Lands communities received a big boost Tuesday thanks to a $72 million grant from the federal government.
‘A day of reflection, gratitude and celebration’
Sunshine broke through a previously overcast Monday morning as the emcee of Hilo’s Veterans Day ceremony proclaimed it an “amazing, amazing Veterans Day.”
Cell tower bill showdown: Competing measures to be heard at Dec. 5 meeting
Two competing bills changing Hawaii County’s permitting process for cell towers are set for a showdown next month.
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