Wally’s Watch Service winding down: Kainaliu shop set to close after 71 years
After more than four decades in the watchmaking business, Wally Nakamoto wasn’t sure how to begin the process of retiring.
Homesteaders eye dispute between Fevella, Aila: Senate minority leader seeks probe of DHHL
“I understand the frustration, because there’s nothing the department has created except controversy.”
White man chosen by Hawaii governor won’t get judge job
HONOLULU — A white man chosen by Hawaii’s governor to be an appeals court judge said he wanted to withdraw his name from the confirmation process Thursday after complaints that someone with a different racial background or gender should be selected instead.
Jill Biden treated for puncture on foot after Hawaii visit
WASHINGTON (AP) — First lady Jill Biden underwent a medical procedure Thursday to flush out debris from a puncture wound on her left foot, her spokesperson said.
Hawaii hits 60% mark for vaccinations
Sixty percent of Hawaii residents are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19 — three weeks after the state was expected to hit that benchmark.
County’s Sister City Virtual Concert slated for today
Hawaii County’s 2021 Sister City Virtual Concert, themed “A Whole New World,” is set to premiere at 7 p.m. today on Na Leo TV.
Ocean View man sought on warrants
Police are seeking the public’s assistance to find a 42-year-old Ocean View man wanted on three outstanding warrants — one for bail jumping and two for revocation of court-supervised release.
Obituaries for July 29
Irene Hanako Dong, 87, of Kailua-Kona died July 22 at home. Born in Isleton, Calif., she was an auditor for the state of California, member of Grace Community Church and survivor of Tule Lake Japanese Internment Camp in California. Celebration of life 11 a.m. Saturday, August 14, at Grace Community Church in Kailua-Kona. Face masks and social distancing required. Survived by sons, Mark (Jane) Dong of Sacramento, Calif., and Gordon (Kim) Dong of Kailua-Kona; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
‘This is not a joke’: Puna man recounts long battle against COVID-19
After 49 days in the hospital, Frederick Tibayan was released from Hilo Medical Center on Wednesday after a nearly fatal bout with COVID-19.
County’s Environmental Management Commission mulls garbage user fees
Would you be willing to pay a few extra cents — or a few extra dollars — toward disposing of the products you purchase and the packaging they come in?
HTA head: In wake of funding cut, other agencies will need to assist with tourism management
Hawaii Tourism Authority President and CEO John De Fries said during a livestream Wednesday that HTA, which had its budget reduced by about 24% as a result of a bill passed this summer, will have to rely on other state and county agencies to help control a growing number of visitors.
PGV opponents appeal dismissal of lawsuits seeking environmental review
Appeals were filed late last month in a trio of lawsuits that requested an updated environmental review be completed for Puna Geothermal Venture, which was damaged by lava in 2018.
‘History’ on display again: Hawaii Plantation Museum reopens
The Hawaii Plantation Museum has reopened to visitors after closing last year at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
24th annual Sayre awards fundraiser canceled due to COVID
The Daniel R. Sayre Memorial Foundation announced the 24th annual Awards and Fund-Raising Dinner honoring the Hawaii Fire Department Meritorious Service Award recipients will not be held on Sept. 4 this year at the Fairmont Orchid due to the continued spread of the coronavirus. This is the second year the gala has been cancelled because of the pandemic.
Dry conditions prompt road closures in HVNP
In an effort to prevent wildfires, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has closed parts of Mauna Loa and Hilina Pali roads to motorized vehicles until further notice.
That a boy!: K-9 officer Echo retiring after 8 years of service
After eight years of dedicated service, a West Hawaii K-9 officer is retiring to a dog’s life.
Police camera videos of teen’s fatal shooting aired in court
HONOLULU — Portions of Honolulu police body camera videos were shown in court Wednesday during a hearing to determine whether there is probable cause to support murder and attempted murder charges against three officers in the shooting death of a 16-year-old Micronesian boy.
Vaccine demand rises: Providers see uptick amid Delta variant, approach of school year
As COVID-19 cases climb, so has interest in vaccinations.
Water well contract delays continue to be far reaching
Big Island water well installation and repair projects are moving forward more slowly, as everything from cement shortages to site access to permit issues snarls progress.
Police: Burglary at Pahoa charter school caught on security video
An alleged burglar who was recorded by a security camera used a bolt cutter to cut the lock off a shipping container at the Hawaii Academy of Arts and Sciences late Saturday morning and stole an estimated $11,000 worth of tools, according to court documents filed by police.
