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RE/MAX Lava Luxury Opens at Waikoloa Kingsʻ Shops

Today, Chris Fidelibus of Oahu and Peggy Kent of the Big Island announce the opening of RE/MAX Lava Luxury, the newest, full service Real Estate brokerage on the Big Island of Hawaii located in the Kings’ Shops at Waikoloa Beach Resort.


Week of July 13 DUI stats

Hawai‘i Island police arrested 19 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant during the week of July 5, 2021, through July 11, 2021


Unite Hawaii 'connecting vulernable populations' to health resources

Unite Us, the enterprise technology company providing the digital infrastructure to power integrated health and social care ecosystems, announced partnerships with Kaiser Permanente, a leading healthcare provider, and AlohaCare, a nonprofit health plan in Hawaii, to implement the first-ever coordinated care network throughout the state: Unite Hawaii.


Hawai’i uses animation to teach tsunami warning signs

A new animated public service announcement teaches Hawai’i residents when to stop fooling around and get to high ground in the event of a tsunami.


Maunakea visitor station will educate on 'cultural importance of the mountain'

The Maunakea Visitor Information Station (VIS) on Hawaiʻi Island will resume operations starting Thursday, July 15, more than a year after shutting its doors in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.


Hawaii County DUI Stats for week of June 21

During the week of June 21 through June 27, Hawai`i Island police arrested 19 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant. Five of the drivers were involved in a traffic accident. Two of the drivers were under the age of 21.


Week of June 22 DUI stats

During the week of June 14, 2021, through June 20, 2021, Hawai`i Island police arrested 16 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.


HMSA Transitioning Kona Office to Virtual Servicing

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 16, 2021HMSA Transitioning Kona Office to Virtual ServicingEffective July 16, 2021, the Hawai’i Medical Service Association (HMSA) will close its Kona office and transition to virtual servicing.


6-15-21 DUI Stats

Hawaii Police DepartmentTraffic Services SectionTorey D.


Week of June 2 DUI stats

The Hawaii Police Department has issued the following press release:During the week of May 24, 2021, through May 30, 2021, Hawai`i Island police arrested thirteen (13) motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.


Police Chief Paul Ferreira promotes four individuals to captain

The Hawaii County Police Department has issued the following press release announcing the promotion of four officers in the department to the rank of captain


Officer Chelsey Santos recognized by the Kona Crime Prevention Committee as the May 2021 Kona Officer of the Month

The Hawaii Police Department has issued the following press release: The Kona Crime Prevention Committee (KCPC) has recognized Officer Chelsey Santos as the Kona Officer of the month for May 2021.


Police offer heatstroke prevention tips for parents and caregivers

The Hawai‘i Police Department has issued the following press release:Leaving keiki alone in a vehicle can lead to a terrible tragedy.


Class of 2021 graduation celebrations scheduled for Hawaii’s public schools

he Hawaii State Department of Education on May 3 announced the dates, times and formats for public high school graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2021.


Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital offering COVID-19 vaccines

Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital (QNHCH) is offering vaccinations for those age 16 and older on a first-come, first serve basis with no appointment necessary on Wednesday, May 5, from 4-6 p.m.


Matthew Lewis named officer of the month by Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawai'i

For his outstanding proactive approach to community policing and dedication to duty, Officer Matthew Lewis, a 13-year veteran of Hawai‘i Police Department, was recognized Tuesday, April 20 by the Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawai‘i as Officer of the Month for January 2021.


Drug take-back this Saturday for unused or expired medication disposal

The Hawaiʻi Police Department is encouraging members of the public to take part in a nationwide prescription drug take-back initiative taking place on Saturday, April 24, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.


Hawai‘i Police plans sign waving to promote sober driving

As part of Hawai‘i Police Department’s (HPD) ongoing outreach efforts during Distracted Driving Month, HPD and the County of Hawai‘i Office of the Prosecuting Attorney are teaming up to remind the public that April is also Alcohol Awareness Month.


Police ask for public’s assistance in locating Pāhoa runaway Aidyn Grace Cruse

Hawai‘i Island police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Aidyn Grace Cruse, from Pāhoa, who was reported a runaway.