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.
Bridging digital divide
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.
Three die in two East Hawaii vehicle crashes
It was a deadly weekend with two fatal vehicle collisions in East Hawaii.
Cell tower bill showdown: Competing measures on permitting process 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.
Chamber of Commerce Hawaii releases 2030 Blueprint to boost economic competitiveness
‘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.”
Trump support grows in blue state Hawaii
Public input sought on Kahuku Unit plan
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is inviting the community to provide input about a plan to manage the Kahuku Unit, which is a separate area of the park that encompasses 132,000-plus acres in Ka‘u.
Alameda names managing director, deputy managing director
Mayor-elect Kimo Alameda has selected Bill Brilhante as managing director and Merrick Nishimoto as deputy managing director following his win in the Nov. 5 general election.
Bill aims to increase number of affordable rentals
Hawaii County could change how it defines “affordable rental,” which could raise the cost of rent for some low-income residents.
‘La Nina hasn’t hit us yet, but it’s trying to’
Low-pressure systems affecting Hawaii Island in the second half of last month gave the impression of a wetter-than-usual October, but most Big Island rain gauges logged average or slightly below-average rainfall for the month.
HECO execs brief lawmakers on wildfire mitigation efforts
A Hawaiian Electric Co. senior vice president told lawmakers Friday the company has invested $120 million this year on “wildfire safety and resiliency measures.”
Vacation rentals bill shelved: Council decides contentious measure too complicated in current state
A proposal by the Hawaii County Council to revamp how the county regulates short-term vacation rentals could start again from scratch.
Support urged for Hilo housing project
More than 200 new units could be added to an affordable housing development in Hilo under a proposal by the Hawaii Public Housing Authority.
Police arrest 16 for DUI
During the week of Oct. 28 to Nov. 3, Hawaii Island police arrested 16 motorists for DUI. Nine of the drivers were involved in a traffic accident. Two of the drivers were under the age of 21.
Puna man accused of stealing trailer from school
A 28-year-old Puna man who appeared in Hilo District Court for allegedly stealing a trailer owned by a Pahoa public charter school was served a warrant moving his case upstairs to Hilo Circuit Court.
Island Life photo for November 8 — Sandcastle scene
Island Life photo for November 8 — Sandcastle scene
Hustace, Kaneali‘i-Kleinfelder win seats in the only contested County Council races
An incoming County Council member in West Hawaii hopes to increase support to Kohala after one of the Big Island’s sole election shakeups Tuesday.
Changing of the guard
“I’m looking for a team that’s got my kind of energy, that’s connected to the community.”
Four out of five ballot questions pass
The voters of Hawaii voiced their strong support for same-sex marriages in Tuesday’s General Election.
