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Island residents alerted about recalled carrots linked to E. coli outbreak on mainland

There had been one death, 39 reported illnesses and 15 hospitalizations as of Nov. 19 in 18 states connected with the outbreak. State health officials are investigating if the carrots have caused illness or adverse effects in Hawaiʻi.

Kama‘āina welcomed aboard new Hawaiian Airlines program Huaka‘i by Hawaiian

Free benefits program, taking off in January 2025, offers Hawai‘i residents greater value when flying with the airline on neighbor island trips, including free checked bag and 10% or 20% of one booking per quarter.

County anticipates rubbish collection delays through early next year

Kaua‘i County Public Works Solid Waste explained that because the Kapa‘a transfer station is closed and under renovation and the Līhu‘e transfer station is still under construction, individual rubbish trucks must offload at the landfill instead of transfer stations, resulting in longer haul times.

Kapa‘a Swimming Pool to be temporarily closed in December

The closure from Dec. 1-16 is necessary so contractor Pacific Concrete, Cutting & Coring can repair the pool’s concrete deck.

Hundreds of coral colonies recovered for restoration in ‘massive effort’ on Big Island

Collaboration of conservation divers successfully removed and relocated nearly 11 years of coral growth from a decommissioned fish farm pipe ring during complex 3-day operation in West Hawai‘i waters.

USDA grants big bucks to DA BUX program

The Food Basket, Hawaiʻi Island’s Food Bank, awarded $8.4 million to extend program through end of 2026, benefiting SNAP participants and local farmers statewide, including on Kaua‘i.

Update: High surf advisory canceled for eastern shorelines of Kaua‘i

Surf has finally fallen below advisory levels along eastern shorelines after several days.

Want to quit? Great American Smokeout on Thursday with help for adults, teens

Each year, the third Thursday of November is recognized as the Great American Smokeout, a day that encourages those who smoke to commit to healthier, smoke-free lives.

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Island residents alerted about recalled carrots linked to E. coli outbreak on mainland
Kama‘āina welcomed aboard new Hawaiian Airlines program Huaka‘i by Hawaiian
Hundreds of coral colonies recovered for restoration in ‘massive effort’ on Big Island
USDA grants big bucks to DA BUX program

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Sheraton Kauaʻi hotel workers ratify contract after historic Labor Day strike
Work on Coco Palms project could be halted by mortgage broker seeking ‘owed’ $1 million commission for securing funding
Hōkūleʻa docked at Nāwiliwili Small Boat Harbor
Kōloa Landing Resort voted ‘Best Hotel Pool in America’ by USA Today readers
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Maui Surf Forecast for November 21, 2024

A series of north-northeast and northwest swells are due this week. A tiny northwest swell will peak at around 2 feet late tonight through Friday. A moderate...

DCCA warns of scam calls targeting licenses of medical professionals

The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs is warning the public about phone scammers impersonating state officials and government agencies to target medical professionals, particularly those in the dental field. These scammers make false threats of investigations in an attempt to obtain sensitive personal information.

Maui Bus stuck in road following water main break in Kahului

A Maui Bus is stuck in a depressed portion of the road on Lono Avenue in Kahului following reports of a water main break in the area. The back portion of the bus is lodged in the road just north of the intersection of Kamehameha Avenue. Crews are on scene assisting. PC: credit Dave Jorgensen

Modular home hauling on Nov. 22 and 23 for Lahaina temporary housing

Motorists are advised of potential traffic delays as modular homes for wildfire survivors are transported from Kahului to the state’s Ka Laʻi Ola housing site in Lahaina on Friday and Saturday night. The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation reports that hauling will take place nightly on Friday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 23 beginning at 9 p.m. and is expected to end at 11:59 p.m.

Snake found in Christmas tree shipment in Hilo

A live snake was found in a container of Christmas trees as it was being unloaded at a store in Hilo on Saturday morning, Nov. 16.

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