Archive | December, 2009

Former patients say thanks for the extra special care from Hilo Medical Center nurse

Hilo nurse applauded for extraordinary efforts

Former patients say thanks for the extra special care from Hilo Medical Center nurse

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UH Administration response to UHPA

UH Administration response to UHPA

MEDIA RELEASE Statement released Tuesday, Dec. 29 from the University of Hawaii administration: “We strongly disagree with UHPA’s allegation that today’s action implementing the administration’s final formal offer is a ‘breach of contract.; The University of Hawaii is following the law. UHPA is in error in their interpretation of the language of the Collective Bargaining […]

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South Hilo patrol officers are investigating financial crimes in which the victim reported that unknown suspects apparently stole a newly-issued debit card and used it at various locations in East Hawai'i -- including an automated teller machine, a gas station, and a retail store -- to steal money from the victim's account.

Updated: Suspect in debit card theft caught

South Hilo patrol officers are investigating financial crimes in which the victim reported that unknown suspects apparently stole a newly-issued debit card and used it at various locations in East Hawai’i — including an automated teller machine, a gas station, and a retail store — to steal money from the victim’s account.

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The night roadwork to resurface portions of Māmalahoa Highway in South Kona is suspended because of an equipment breakdown. 
 
On November 15, a leveling course was applied to smooth rough sections in three areas prior to resurfacing Highway 11. On December13, night roadwork resumed and two lanes were resurfaced ending at Haukapila Road before the equipment failed on December 22.

Night roadwork in South Kona suspended due to equipment failure

The night roadwork to resurface portions of Māmalahoa Highway in South Kona is suspended because of an equipment breakdown. On November 15, a leveling course was applied to smooth rough sections in three areas prior to resurfacing Highway 11. On December13, night roadwork resumed and two lanes were resurfaced ending at Haukapila Road before the […]

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Tuesday evening brush fire update

Tuesday evening brush fire update

UPDATED: 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 29 (Attached are two aerial photos of the Kealakekua Ranch fire and two topo maps with GPS coordinates indicating the closest point of the Kealakekua fire to residential areas.) Firefighters continue to battle three brush fires burning in remote areas of mauka Kona, according to Mayor Billy Kenoi’s office Tuesday […]

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County of Hawai‘i fire officials are urging residents to use more than the usual amount of caution when setting off fireworks to celebrate the New Year.

With drier than normal weather and drought conditions in parts of the island, residents should use extreme care in setting off fireworks and, if possible, avoid setting off fireworks in drought-stricken areas.

County urges extra caution with fireworks due to dry weather, vog

County of Hawai‘i fire officials are urging residents to use more than the usual amount of caution when setting off fireworks to celebrate the New Year. With drier than normal weather and drought conditions in parts of the island, residents should use extreme care in setting off fireworks and, if possible, avoid setting off fireworks […]

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Firefighters continue wet down hotspots and patrol the perimeter of a brushfire at Kealakekua Ranch on Monday (Dec 28).

The burn area involves 300 acres of pasture and open forest land at the 5,000 foot level. Four bulldozers cut fire breaks as the fire department's Chopper One performed aerial water drops and Chopper Two was used to survey the scene from air.

Update on Kealakekua brushfire

Firefighters continue wet down hotspots and patrol the perimeter of a brushfire at Kealakekua Ranch on Monday (Dec 28). The burn area involves 300 acres of pasture and open forest land at the 5,000 foot level. Four bulldozers cut fire breaks as the fire department’s Chopper One performed aerial water drops and Chopper Two was […]

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Temporary salary reductions for UH faculty

Temporary salary reductions for UH faculty

MEDIA RELEASE The University of Hawaii Board of Regents and President M.R.C. Greenwood today announced that the salary reductions proposed for UH faculty in the final formal offer to the University of Hawaii Professional Assembly (UHPA) will be implemented Jan. 1, 2010. The administration’s formal written offer of Sept. 15, 2009 called for a temporary […]

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Kaamaina Tuesdays: Discounted ticket prices Tuesday, Dec. 29 only

Sunday’s Child Foundation fundraiser (Dec. 31)

Kaamaina Tuesdays: Discounted ticket prices Tuesday, Dec. 29 only

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Outstanding state court employees recognized

Outstanding state court employees recognized

MEDIA RELEASE Chief Justice Ronald Moon recently honored several state court employees, including retired First Circuit (Oahu) Family Court Judge Frances Wong as the 2009 “Jurist of the Year.” “For over 23 years, Judge Wong has distinguished herself as an outstanding jurist.  She is well-known for her hard work and hands-on leadership style,” Moon said. […]

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The Hawaii Fire Department reports two actively burning brushfires one in Kealakekua approximately seven miles above the Kealakekua Ranch Center and a second at Honomalino approximately six miles above the 93 mile marker.

Two brushfires burning in Kona

The Hawaii Fire Department reports two actively burning brushfires one in Kealakekua approximately seven miles above the Kealakekua Ranch Center and a second at Honomalino approximately six miles above the 93 mile marker.

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Lingle: HSTA plan doesn't meet criteria

Lingle: HSTA plan doesn’t meet criteria

MEDIA RELEASE The agreement between the Hawaii Teachers Association (HSTA) and the Department of Education and Board of Education is not a viable solution to restore 27 days of classroom time to Hawaii’s school children, the governor said. On Nov. 15 Gov. Linda Lingle proposed a comprehensive solution that would have assured that children would […]

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Hawaii visitor statistics for November 2009

Hawaii visitor statistics for November 2009

MEDIA RELEASE Total visitor arrivals in November 2009 declined 1.4 percent from the  same month last year to 490,514 visitors, according to preliminary statistics released  by the Hawaii Tourism Authority. Arrivals by air decreased 1.4 percent while arrivals by cruise ships were 1.7 percent lower compared to last November. Overall there was a 2 percent […]

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Statement on plan to reduce furlough days

Statement on plan to reduce furlough days

Hawaii State Teachers Association President Will Okabe’s statement dated Monday, Dec. 28: “The Hawaii State Teachers Association (HSTA) is pleased that our Board of Directors today approved an agreement with the state Board of Education and the Department of Education to reduce the number of furlough days in the current school year. Under the agreement, […]

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