Judge orders curfew, electronic monitoring as bail conditions for stabbing suspect
A 25-year-old Hilo woman stabbed repeatedly Thursday, allegedly by her ex-boyfriend, suffered a lacerated kidney, lacerated liver, a fractured rib and thoracic injuries, according to court documents filed by police.
Mountain View man accused of break-in, stabbing and abduction
A 36-year-old Mountain View man allegedly broke into a Hawaiian Paradise Park home to retrieve his girlfriend, stabbed a resident, and violent abducted the woman, according to court documents filed by police.
Coronavirus Delta variant found in Hawaii
A strain of COVID-19 first detected in India has been identified in Hawaii, the state Department of Health announced Monday.
Obituaries for June 15
Bozena Barbara Babbitt, 102, of Kailua-Kona died June 2 at Hospice of Kona’s Nakamaru Hale. Born in Pullman, Wash., she was a nurse and member of the Kona Bridge Club. Celebration of life will be held at a later date. Survived by her daughter, Margaret (Robert) Clark Anderson of Kailua-Kona; son, Bill (Florence) Babbitt of Kailua-Kona; nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
Let’s Talk Food: Korean Kimchi Fried Rice
Got leftover rice in the refrigerator? Kimchi bokkeumbap is a great way to make a meal in one. Just top with a sunny-side up egg and you have a complete meal! The starch molecules in the stale rice have crystallized or retrograded, so the grains are hard and dry, which make for perfect fried rice.
Keeping us all safe: Hundreds get COVID-19 vaccine, though demand for shot is waning
The Hawaii Department of Health held its second COVID-19 vaccine clinic Saturday at Kealakehe Intermediate School, with the majority of participants receiving their second dose.
Fujimoto reflects on career as dentist, enjoys time as head of association
If you’ve been to the dentist in Hilo, you’ve likely met Dr. Patsy Fujimoto.
Rainy Side View: Father’s Day
This Sunday is Father’s Day, a time to honor dads, granddads, uncles, brothers and any one else playing a role in guiding us through life.
Construction on Kipuka Keaau Community Center pushed back
Plans to open a youth center in Keaau have been pushed back yet again, with the facility now expected to open to the public in 2026.
Obituaries for June 13
Wayne John Galante, 77, of Holualoa died on May 24 at Hale Ho‘ola Hamakua in Honokaa. Born in Denver, he was the dentist and founder of West Hawaii Dental Associates in Kealakekua, attended Oregon State University as an undergraduate, attended dental school at the University of Oregon in Portland, was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and a dentist for the Navy on Oahu. Private services will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent to Noelani Pi, P.O. Box 4386 Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. 96745. Online condolences may be made at homelanimemorialpark.com. Survived by daughter, Noelani (Albert) Pi of Kailua-Kona; son, Kai (Sherina) Galante of Kailua-Kona; former spouse, Jane Galante of Kailua-Kona; sister, Kate (Gilberto Cantillo) Galante of Cartago, Costa Rica; three grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Homelani Memorial Park.
Volcano Watch: Campaign season is here! Another way HVO tracks changes on Hawaiian volcanoes
Geodetic surveys measure the change in shape of our volcanoes due to changes in magma supply and storage. The USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has a long history of using many different types of instruments and technologies over the decades to detect these changes.
Tropical Gardening: What would Hawaii be without coconut palms?
When the first Polynesians arrived in these Islands, there were very few plants available as a food supply. Fortunately, they brought a great variety with them that we refer to as canoe plants. These included, banana, sugar cane, breadfruit, mountain apple taro, coconut and scores of others. They also brought pigs, jungle fowl and rats that changed our forests forever. At first, Hawaiians had to survive on food from the sea, seabirds, flightless birds like the Nene and others that soon became extinct. Once they established their gardens, life likely became much easier.
Obituaries for June 11
Bryan Takeo Asato, 44, of Hilo died May 14 at Hawaii Care Choices Pohai Malama in Hilo. Born in Hilo he was employed as a sales manager at T.H.Y. and Associates, Inc. and formerly employed at Lids and Foot Locker on Oahu. Visitation 1:30-3 p.m Saturday, June 19, at Dodo Mortuary Chapel in Hilo. Private memorial service will follow. Casual attire. Social distancing and face masks required. Survived by wife, Chatney Asato of Hilo; mother, Audrey Asato of Hilo; father, Dean (Irene) Asato of Las Vegas; mother-in-law, Susan (Jerry) Takata of Hilo; father-in-law, Lenard Graham of Mountain View; sister-in-law, Kimberly Graham of Hilo; brother-in-law, Xylon Takata of Hilo; grandmother-in-law, Ruth Cabarloc of Papaikou; one niece; aunts, uncles and cousins. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
Legislative talk story: Lowen, Kanuha talk with constituents about 2021 session
At a Tuesday evening virtual talk story, West Hawaii’s representation in the state Legislature shared some highlights from the 2021 legislative session.
Your Views for June 10
Circus of clowns
Obituaries for June 10
Michael Kirchner Bates, 80, of Waimea died May 28 at his residence. Born in Paia, Maui, he was a building materials supplier, Realtor, U.S. Coast Guard veteran and member of St. James Episcopal in Waimea. Private service to be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Kawaihae Canoe Club, P.O. Box 1087, Waimea, Hawaii 96743. Condolences may be sent to Gale Bates, P.O. Box 760, Waimea, Hawaii 96743. Survived by wife, Gale Bates of Waimea; daughters, Nicole (Shane) Vincent and Alexandra (James) Hustace of Waimea, Fiona (James) Emley of California; brother, William (Vibeke) Bates of Kula, Maui; two grandsons; nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Cremation Services of West Hawaii.
Popular bluff reopens at HVNP
More trails at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park have been reopened following the 2018 Kilauea eruption.
HFD likely to finish out fiscal year slightly under budget
Hawaii Fire Department Chief Kazuo Todd said Wednesday the department will likely finish out the fiscal year slightly under budget.
Teen reported as runaway
Hawaii Police Department is seeking is a juvenile male who was reported as a runaway.
Premier Medical Group continues testing, also offering vaccines
Premier Medical Group continues to bring COVID-19 testing and vaccinations to communities countywide.
