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Keiki learn circus moves at Aerial Arts Hawaii
East Hawaii keiki are reaching great heights while learning the aerial arts during a summer circus camp.
Aunty Sally’s reopening for events
Aunty Sally Kaleohano’s Lu‘au Hale at the Ho‘olulu Complex in Hilo is reopening for private-function reservations beginning Saturday.
Police: Street value of mailed fentanyl almost $16 grand
A Priority Mail flat-rate parcel intercepted by authorities contained fentanyl worth almost $16,000 on the street, according to court documents.
Police: Argument ends in sickle attack
A sickle attack on June 20 that left two people injured by the Ross Dress for Less store in Hilo started as an argument at the Hilo Walmart — which changed venues after store security ordered the parties to leave, according to court documents.
Mishap at Mickey D’s results in drug, gun and auto theft bust
A visit to the Keaau McDonald’s drive-thru led to 55-year-old Volcano man being arrested and charged with auto theft and numerous drug and firearms offenses.
Two charged for roles in suspected overdoses in Honolulu; victims thought they were snorting cocaine
The arrests Friday of two Honolulu residents accused of distributing fentanyl that allegedly killed two people highlights how the drug primarily is arriving in Hawaii through post offices and other delivery services.
‘Nuclear option’ eyed for Uncle Billy’s hotel
East Hawaii lawmakers favor the use of an emergency proclamation to expedite demolition of the former Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel.
Mokulele Airlines to suspend daily flights between Hilo, Kahului
Mokulele Airlines is suspending its daily flights between Hilo and Kahului, Maui, and is adding a route to Kona.
First named storm of 2023 develops in Eastern Pacific
The first named storm of the 2023 Eastern Pacific hurricane season has formed off the western coast of Mexico.
Hawaii Health Systems to remain a part of insurance network
A new three-year agreement has been reached that will keep Hawaii Health Systems Corporation as part of the UHA Health Insurance network.
Roth to host town hall meeting tonight in Waikoloa
Mayor Mitch Roth will a town hall meeting from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. tonight at the Waikoloa Elementary School Cafeteria.
New Mass Transit administrator named
Hawaii County has announced the appointment of Victor Kandle as the new Mass Transit Agency administrator.
Debate over manta ray tours continues
A decade-long discussion over potential rules and regulations for manta ray tours will continue after Gov. Josh Green stated his intent to veto a bill that would have altered the permitting process.
PTA change of command set for Wednesday
“‘Incredible’ is the word that comes to mind.”
Leaving for Las Vegas: Reaching out to Native Hawaiians
LAS VEGAS — Trying to make it in Hawaii is becoming increasingly difficult — so impossible for some that more than 50% of Native Hawaiians are now living outside of the state.
Naniloa given OK for new loan aimed at avoiding foreclosure
After repeated rejections, the owners of the Grand Naniloa Hotel in Hilo secured approval Friday from the Board of Land and Natural Resources for a new mortgage to pay off the business’ current one.
South Kohala officer participates in Special Olympics Torch Run in Germany
A Hawaii County Police Officer from South Kohala had the experience of a lifetime participating in the Torch Run for the Special Olympics World Summer Games in Berlin, Germany earlier this month.
Green, BISAC tout medical kauhale for Hilo
A new medical kauhale could be coming to Hilo, according to Gov. Josh Green.
Ready, set, roll: Summer camp introduces kids to a variety of games
Seven-year-old Ahmed El Shahiny drove a heavily-armed race car to victory Wednesday, narrowly avoiding enemy gunfire and fiery obstacles at an unusual summer camp in Hilo.
Waste proposal draws doubts: Board presented with information on trash conversion technology
A company’s proposal to convert Big Island waste into energy, concrete and more raised eyebrows Friday at a Hawaii County Environmental Management Commission meeting.