Council members to get update on animal control services
Council members are set to get an update today on animal control services provided by the Hawaii Police Department.
Kona man faces drug, forgery charges
A 41-year-old Captain Cook man faces drug and forgery charges after police executed a search warrant on a Bruner Road home last week.
Arthritis can’t quell 96-year old Kurtistown woman’s passion for sewing, serving
When the COVID-19 pandemic began more than two years ago, Mieko Nagao, 96, helped her neighbors and community by sewing masks out of material she found throughout her home.
Two Coffee With a Cop events Wednesday
As part of the seventh annual National Coffee With a Cop Day, the Hawaii Police Department invites the public to participate in two Coffee With a Cop events on Wednesday — one in Honoka‘a and the other in Kailua-Kona.
County: Papaaloa public water spigots to close
The county Department of Parks and Recreation said the public water filling station at the entry to Papaaloa Park will be closed Monday, Oct. 10, for about four weeks.
Panel to mull gun carry bill today
A bill that would restrict the carrying of concealed and unconcealed firearms in “sensitive places” in Hawaii County has garnered quite a bit of opposition ahead of its first committee hearing.
State hopes to boost use of Affordable Connectivity Program
Even as the second Digital Inclusion Week kicked off Monday, participation in a federal program offering discounts on internet bills is still lower than expected.
Grant will boost PTA’s firefighting ability
The Pohakuloa Training Area’s fire response capability will be enhanced through a $2.48 million U.S. Department of Defense grant to the state Department of Land and Natural Resources for the construction of a new firefighting and conservation warehouse to improve wildfire response and enable maintenance and repair of firefighting vehicles.
County to hold ‘Revitalize Puna’ event
The county’s Disaster Recovery Division and Council District 4 will host their sixth quarterly Revitalize Puna event on Tuesday, Oct. 11 at Pahoa District Park Gym.
Police seek leads in slaying of Mountain View man
Police haven’t yet identified any suspects in the homicide of 36-year-old George Edward “Eddie” Dodge.
Obituaries for October 4
Rodney Charles Anjo, 76, of Hilo died July 21 at Hilo Medical Center. He was born in Honolulu. Celebration of life 10 a.m. Sunday (Oct. 9) at Kakaako Waterfront Park in Honolulu. Online condolences: homelanimemorialpark.com. Survived by son, Randy Anjo of Honolulu; daughters, Cheray Anjo of Honolulu and Candace Kupau of Las Vegas; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Homelani Memorial Park.
Navy admiral to seek community input on Red Hill fuel tanks
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Oahu — The commander of the task force responsible for draining fuel from a World War II-era storage tank facility that leaked jet fuel and poisoned Pearl Harbor’s tap water last year said Monday he’s exploring ways to get community feedback.
Area youth hone skills at roping clinic
The Hawaii Youth Rodeo Ohana held a roping clinic on Sept. 24 at the Rose Andrade Correia Rodeo Arena in Honokaa.
Haaland’s goal prowess evoking memories of Ronaldo, Messi
MANCHESTER, England — The contrast could hardly have been more stark.
Pujols hits 703rd HR to pass Babe for 2nd in RBI; Cards lose
PITTSBURGH — Albert Pujols hit his 703rd home run Monday night, breaking a tie with Babe Ruth for second place in career RBIs, but the St. Louis Cardinals lost to Pittsburgh 3-2 when the Pirates drew four consecutive walks in the ninth inning to force home the winning run.
Your Views for October 4
Pulling together
49ers use defense, Deebo Samuel to beat Rams 24-9
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — A dominant defense and Deebo Samuel.
Abuse in women’s pro soccer league was systemic, report says
An independent investigation into the scandals that erupted in the National Women’s Soccer League last season found emotional abuse and sexual misconduct were systemic in the sport, impacting multiple teams, coaches and players, according to a report released Monday.
Phillies down Astros for 1st playoff berth since 2011
HOUSTON — When the Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Joe Girardi after a 22-29 start to the season, it was hard to imagine that Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber and interim manager Rob Thomson would be dancing in a champagne shower come October.
Vulcans roll over Academy of Art 7-0
It was lucky sevens all around as the nationally-ranked No. 7 Vulcans women’s soccer team notched its seventh win and closed its first home stand strong with a 7-0 victory over Academy of Art on Saturday in Pacific West Conference play at home.
