Hawaii Tribune-Herald

The Hawaii Tribune-Herald is a daily newspaper based in Hilo, Hawaii, and is both owned and published locally.

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Homeless woman accused of abusing puppy

1 week ago | hawaiitribune-herald.com | John Burnett

By JOHN BURNETT Hawaii Tribune-Herald A 58-year-old Hilo woman with no permanent address is accused of abusing a pet puppy and interfering with police when they arrested her and took the animal from her. Leilani Vaughn is charged with second-degree cruelty to animals and obstructing government operations, both misdemeanors carrying a maximum sentence of a year in jail upon conviction.
Draft EA details effort to manage, improve the trailhead area at Pololu

1 week ago | hawaiitribune-herald.com | John Burnett

By JOHN BURNETT Hawaii Tribune-Herald A plan to preserve the cultural, historical and environmental resources at the Pololu Valley Trailhead is moving forward. The trail at the northern end of ‘Akoni Pule Highway in North Kohala is one of the most popular hikes on the island, attracting both locals and visitors, and is recognized as a tourism hot spot on the Big Island by the Hawaii Tourism Authority’s Destination Management Action Plan.
Councilwomen to hold public meeting regarding hosted vacation rentals

1 week ago | hawaiitribune-herald.com | John Burnett

By JOHN BURNETT Hawaii Tribune-Herald A pair of Hawaii County Council members are hosting an informational briefing via Zoom about proposed legislation to establish a registration process for hosted transient vacation rentals, or TVRs, on the Big Island. That briefing, set up by council members Heather Kimball and Ashley Kierkiewicz, will be between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Thursday. Participants must register in advance at www.hawaiicountytar.com to receive a unique Zoom login.
Kona wins crosstown matchup; Ka Makani, Dragons, Daggers, Vikings cruise to victories

1 week ago | hawaiitribune-herald.com | Conor Langs

By Conor Langs West Hawaii Today The Big Island Interscholastic Federation (BIIF) baseball and softball seasons continued over the weekend across the isle. Matchups will resume today — see the paper for updates. Kona 6, Kealakehe 3Konawaena baseball won consecutive games for the first time since the beginning of the season after a 6-3 victory over local rival Kealakehe on Saturday morning in South Kona.
BIIF volleyball: ‘Riders win sixth straight; Trojans, Warriors and Dragons win in four sets

1 week ago | hawaiitribune-herald.com | Conor Langs

By Conor Langs West Hawaii Today KEALAKEHE — Kealakehe boys volleyball just continues to dominate the regular season. The hosting Waveriders and Kohala Cowboys squared off at Kealakehe High School for the first and only time this season on Saturday morning, with the ‘Riders winning their sixth consecutive match. Kealakehe won by straight-set scores of 25-21, 25-13 and 25-17. The winning Waveriders shined in a variety of ways.
Opposition to fence grows: Some neighbors of muni golf course cite safety concerns

1 week ago | hawaiitribune-herald.com | John Burnett

By JOHN BURNETT Hawaii Tribune-Herald Hawaii County is following through on its plans to fence off the Hilo Municipal Golf Course from nearby residents, to the displeasure of at least some of the neighbors. Numerous individuals have contacted the Tribune-Herald since a March 12 article detailing the county’s plans, all of them in opposition. Almost all are senior citizens. Most wouldn’t go on the record or requested anonymity for speaking, fearing reprisals from the county.
Messi extending his stay allows ambitious Miami, MLS to reach higher

1 week ago | hawaiitribune-herald.com | Conor Langs

By Felipe Cardenas The Athletic An abrupt ending for Inter Miami, MLS and their greatest venture does not appear to be in the cards. Lionel Messi is set to extend his contract with Miami, according to David Ornstein. By resigning Messi, the club will have its Argentine World Cup winner in uniform when it opens its new stadium next year. And while that’s a primary goal of Inter Miami, Messi’s renewal could have a larger impact on MLS and on American sports culture, as well.
BIIF sports: Vikings and Warriors sweep; flag football regular season wrapping up

1 week ago | hawaiitribune-herald.com | Conor Langs

By West Hawaii Today staff The Big Island Interscholastic Federation (BIIF) spring sports season continued Thursday with boys volleyball and flag football matchups across the isle. Volleyball playoffs begin in a few weeks, while flag football postseason begins today at Konawaena and Hilo High School. VolleyballHilo High boys volleyball reached double-digit wins after a straight-sets sweep over Connections on Thursday night inside the Vikings’ gymnasium.
BIIF baseball and softball: Hilo sweeps Waiakea; Cowgirls remain unbeaten

1 week ago | hawaiitribune-herald.com | Conor Langs

By Conor Langs West Hawaii Today HILO —Hilo High’s softball team handled business against local rival Waiakea on Wednesday, winning 8-2 at Walter Victor. The Lady Vikings remained undefeated at 6-0, while the Lady Warriors dropped to 4-2. It was the second time the hosts have beaten Waiakea this season. Hilo posted nine hits to Waiakea’s seven. Lady Viking second baseman Vaiqueen Porter led her team with three hits and three RBI, including the game’s only homer.
Justin Rose holds first-round lead at Masters for fifth time

1 week ago | hawaiitribune-herald.com | Conor Langs

By Field Level Media It was another strong round in the Masters for England’s Justin Rose. He hopes Thursday’s performance leads to a whole lot more. Rose shot a 7-under-par 65 with his lone bogey on the final hole to take the lead through the first round Thursday in Augusta, Ga.“I feel like I’ve played well enough to win this tournament,” Rose said. “I just feel like I don’t have the jacket to prove it.”Rose, who began the round with three straight birdies, holds a three-shot advantage.