Setback rule amendment to be considered
The Hawaii County Planning Department is holding a public hearing Thursday for the proposed amendment of Rule 11 which sets shoreline setback parameters.
Renewable energy project in the works
A community meeting was held Wednesday to provide updates about the Kalaoa Solar Project, a proposed 40-acre renewable energy facility on state Department of Hawaiian Home Lands property in Kalaoa.
Kona man pleads guilty in 2022 armed robbery
A 28-year-old Kona man who was indicted in 2022 on two dozen charges stemming from an alleged armed robbery that was followed by a car crash and the man reportedly shooting at a police officer pleaded guilty to two charges on Tuesday.
Council approves homeless funding
Allocation of nearly $10 million for homeless service providers came one step closer to reality Tuesday as the County Council’s Legislative Approvals and Acquisitions Committee unanimously advanced a resolution to a full council hearing.
Angel Tree program seeks donations
The Salvation Army is looking for some community angels to fulfill the Christmas wishes of Kona’s less fortunate residents.
Kona Christmas parade kicks off the holiday season tonight
‘Tis the season for the 37th annual Kailua-Kona Christmas Parade, a local favorite featuring music, dancing, floats, lights and of course, Santa.
Surf schools granted restraining order on lottery
Kona Circuit Court Judge Robert D.S. Kim on Thursday granted a temporary restraining order which will halt the issuing of permits by the DLNR for surf school operators at Kahalu‘u Bay.
Kona man sentenced in 2022 stabbing case
A Kailua-Kona man who pleaded guilty to two counts of second-degree murder and two counts of first-degree assault in connection with stabbings in Hilo and Kona in 2022 was sentenced Wednesday by Circuit Court Judge Robert D.S. Kim.
Volunteer firefighter sues county
A Big Island volunteer firefighter who was injured in 2021 while battling a long-burning underground fire in Ka‘u has filed a lawsuit against the department and three ranking individuals.
‘It’s a huge punch in the gut’: Surf school lottery ends with three of four permits awarded to one owner
Emotions were running high Friday at Makaeo Pavilion as the Department of Land and Natural Resources held a lottery to determine which four surf schools could operate at Kahalu‘u Beach.
Holualoa parking area no longer open to public; making already difficult traffic issues worse
Holualoa Village has lost the only public parking lot, located in the center of the historic town, after new owners blocked access and community organizers are looking for a solution.
Judge denies motion to modify bail for former assistant police chief
A former Hawaii Police Department assistant chief was in Circuit Court on Wednesday for a hearing about a motion to modify bail conditions.
Kohala Tool Library fills a need
There is a new library in North Kohala, but you won’t find books on the shelves.
‘Having this kind of program makes a difference’: Event gives area girls chance to explore STEM topics
Fifth-grade girls from 26 schools across West Hawaii gathered Tuesday to attend GEMS – Girls Exploring Math and Science.
Nonprofits receive checks from Visitor Industry Charity Walk
Checks were presented Friday to nonprofit organizations for their participation in the 2023 Visitor Industry Charity Walk held in May.
‘A day to show respect’
On the 11th day of the 11th month at 11:11 a.m. Don Brown, adjutant of DAV Chapter-7 blew the pu signaling the start of Veterans Day Ceremony at the West Hawaii Veterans Cemetery followed by a Hawaiian blessing by Kumu Keala Ching.
Buckets and badges happening in Kona
High atop a 10 foot scaffold, police officers beckoned shoppers at the Kona Walmart to donate money for West Hawaii Special Olympics Friday at Badges and Buckets, formerly known as Cop on Top.
HONOUR for the homeless
Over 20 homeless individuals and volunteers along with seven police officers spent Thursday morning painting all of the gates at Old Kona Airport Park as participants in the fourth HOUNOUR program.
Next annual HONOUR project on Thursday, Nov. 9
The Kona Community Policing Section will be holding its annual HONOUR (Homeless Outreach Nurturing Our Community) project on Thursday, Nov. 9 at 8 a.m. The HONOUR project was created to provide the Kona homeless population with the opportunity to serve the community through community service-based projects while working together with other community volunteers and leaders. The goal is to provide each individual the opportunity to feel empowered and rehabilitated through teamwork and accomplishment.
Kona rabbi fined
A Kona rabbi has been levied thousands of dollars in fines and ordered by the county to cease and desist religious gatherings at his home.
