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The project's completion is anticipated to take place in January of 2026.
07/10/2025

The project's completion is anticipated to take place in January of 2026.

The second and final phase of the demolition of the former Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel started this week. Phase one, which was completed in December 2024, involved the demolition and removal of all aboveground structures.This second

To date, 30 adult beetles have been caught.
07/09/2025

To date, 30 adult beetles have been caught.

Surveys conducted last week located two breeding sites of coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB) in Kona. The detection triggered the launch of a state and county interagency response effort to manage and eradicate the invasive species. Partners include

The hearings are scheduled to take place on August 11 and 14.
07/09/2025

The hearings are scheduled to take place on August 11 and 14.

The Hawai‘i County Police Department is holding two public hearings for the public to share their thoughts on proposed changes to the rules about gun permits and licenses. HPD plans to cancel its old rules for carrying

In total, the four ambulances cost about $1.4 million dollars.
07/09/2025

In total, the four ambulances cost about $1.4 million dollars.

Yesterday, the Hawaiʻi County Fire Department welcomed the arrival of four new ambulances with a blessing conducted by Council Chair Dr. Holeka Goro Inaba. The ambulances, funded by the State of Hawaiʻi, will be assigned to the

No homes, businesses, or roadways were affected.
07/08/2025

No homes, businesses, or roadways were affected.

Hawaiʻi Island police responded to the area of the 44-mile marker on Old Saddle Road after receiving a report of a possible unexploded ordnance found in a culvert. Officers arrived at the scene and observed the item,

The structure, valued at approximately $224,000, and its contents were a total loss.
07/08/2025

The structure, valued at approximately $224,000, and its contents were a total loss.

Hawai‘i Island police are investigating a fatal Mountain View structure fire. On July 6, Puna Patrol officers and Hawai‘i County Fire Department personnel responded to a reported structure fire in the 17-4400 block of Huina Road and

The work is aimed at enhancing public safety by addressing trees that pose immediate risks.
07/07/2025

The work is aimed at enhancing public safety by addressing trees that pose immediate risks.

Tree trimming and removal work at Liliʻuokalani Gardens in Hilo will begin tomorrow. The work, which will be conducted by contractor Backyard Monkey, LLC, is aimed at enhancing public safety by addressing trees that pose immediate risks

Dason Derego was convicted for incidents that occurred between September and December 2016.
07/04/2025

Dason Derego was convicted for incidents that occurred between September and December 2016.

61 year-old Dason Derego of Hamakua was sentenced to 10 years in prison for sexual assault stemming from incidents that occurred between September and December 2016. On March 3, 2025, Derego appeared in Hilo Circuit Court where

The event is scheduled to take place on July 12.
07/03/2025

The event is scheduled to take place on July 12.

The next Revitalize Puna event will take place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, July 12 at the William “Billy” Kenoi District Park Gym in Pāhoa. The free event marks the 12th activation of the Revitalize Puna

No foul play is suspected in regards to the incident.
07/02/2025

No foul play is suspected in regards to the incident.

Hawai‘i Island police are investigating a recent drowning in Hilo involving 51 year-old Greg Durocher of Castle Rock, Colorado. On Monday, South Hilo patrol officers and Hawai‘i County Fire Department personnel responded to Waiolena Beach Park for

Fireworks are allowed to be set off during the hours of 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on July 4 only.
07/02/2025

Fireworks are allowed to be set off during the hours of 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on July 4 only.

Firework permits will be issued in Hawaiʻi County through 8 p.m. on Friday, July 4. Each permit, which will be issued to persons 18 years of age or older, costs $25 and will enable the holder to

Michael Rosenbaum was last seen alive on July 22, 2021.
07/01/2025

Michael Rosenbaum was last seen alive on July 22, 2021.

Hawai‘i Island police are renewing their request for information regarding an unsolved July 2021 Puna murder. On July 31, 2021, the body of 76-year-old Michael Rosenbaum was discovered at MacKenzie State Recreation Area. Rosenbaum, who was reported

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