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California Man Robbed Monday Night in Kona

October 16, 2012
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From Hawaii County Police: Big Island police are investigating the robbery of a California man Monday night (October 15) in Kona. At 10:35 p.m., Kona patrol officers responded to a report of a robbery in the rear parking lot of Ali’i Sunset Plaza, which is located between Kuakini Highway and Ali’i Drive in Kailua-Kona. A 50-year-old Los Angeles man reported that he walked in the direction of a group of males at the rear of the plaza, where he was attacked by two of them. One reportedly struck him in the chin with an unknown…

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Keiki Triathlon Coming October 20

October 11, 2012
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Children 7 to 14 years old are invited to enter the Keiki Triathlon to be held Saturday, October 20, at the Kona Community Aquatic Center and Maka’eo Park in Kailua-Kona. Entry forms will be accepted through Friday, October 12. The triathlon will start at 8:30 a.m. on October 20. A link to the entry form is available at hawaiicounty.gov under the Department of Parks and Recreation’s October events. Forms also may be obtained island-wide at the department’s Recreation Division facilities, swimming pools and many gymnasiums. There is a $5 per-child entry fee to participate in…

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Ironman to Give $128K to Kona Community Groups

October 9, 2012
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Ironman to Give $128K to Kona Community Groups

The Ironman Foundation® Community Fund will give $128,000 in grant funding to non-profit groups on Hawai`i Island during the 2012 Ironman race season. Over the years, The Ironman Foundation has provided more than $800,000 to local non-profit groups and charitable initiatives on the Island of Hawai`it. Since the inception of The Ironman Foundation, more than 12 million dollars has been donated globally.   The Ironman Foundation will donate  $60,000 to Kailua-Kona, the host location of the Ironman World Championship, to fund the restoration of the Maka`eo Events Pavilion at Old Kona Airport, which has been…

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Kona Pool Closing Monday, Tuesday

September 26, 2012
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Kona Pool Closing Monday, Tuesday

The Kona Community Aquatic Center will be closed Monday and Tuesday, October 1 and 2,  so a necessary inspection may be conducted. The inspection is intended  to ensure peak operating efficiency, the inspection is expected to be completed in time for the Department of Parks and Recreation to reopen the swimming pool as scheduled at 6:15 a.m. Wednesday, October 3.  The reopening comes at a good time, just ten days before Ironman Triathlon.  Many of the athletes use the Kona pool to practice. For more information, please call the KCAC staff at 327-3500.

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Tuesday Night Robbery Near Kona Hospital

September 19, 2012
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From Hawaii Police Department: Big Island police are seeking witnesses to a robbery Tuesday night (September 18) in West Hawai?i. Kona patrol officers responded to a 7:45 p.m. report of a robbery in a parking lot below Kona Community Hospital and learned that a 22-year-old Captain Cook woman had been sitting in a parked Gold Mazda sedan when a male reportedly approached her and pointed what appeared to be a firearm at her. After he demanded her valuables, the victim gave the suspect her purse, which was valued at $150 including contents. The suspect then…

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June 4 Roofer Death From Natural Causes

August 22, 2012
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From Hawaii Police Department: An autopsy has determined that  49-year-old Barry Bokmej of Kawaihae died from cardiac arrest. On June 4, Bokmej was found unresponsive on a roof he had been pressure-washing. He was taken to Kona Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Original story on June 5, 2012: A 49-year-old Kawaihae man died Monday (June 4) while working on a roof in Waimea. South Kohala Police investigating the 2:55 p.m. incident determined that the man who died, Barry Bokmej, and another man were hired to make repairs at a home on Alo Loa…

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State Hospitals Starting New Electronic Records System, Here First

August 21, 2012
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State Hospitals Starting New Electronic Records System, Here First

The State hospital system is moving to the next generation of patient care by implementing a new medical records system statewide.. Around 100 medical, hospital, and information technology professionals will spend a month at Kona Community Hospital starting next Monday to field test the new system. Hawaii Health Systems Corporation has 14 hospitals and long term care facilities throughout the state.  On Hawaii Island, that includes Kona Community Hospital, and Kohala Hospital,  Hilo Medical Center and Ka’u Hospital,  plus  the  long term care facility Hale Ho’ola Hamakua,  and the Veterans Home in Hilo.   HHSC is…

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Kona Hospital Golf Tourney to Benefit Heart Clinic

August 13, 2012
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Kona Hospital Golf Tourney to Benefit Heart Clinic

The Kona Hospital Foundation is holding its 11th annual golf tournament on Sunday, August 19 at the Kona Country Club.  This year’s theme is “Heart of Champions.”  Proceeds will benefit the newly opened cardiology clinic at Kona Community Hospital.  The Foundation’s current campaign will provide new and upgraded cardiology equipment, ensuring that cardiac patients have access to on-island state-of-the-art care and treatment.   The cardiology clinic was recently opened at Kona Community Hospital (KCH) in partnership with Maui Heart and Vascular at Maui Memorial Medical Center (MMMC).  The presence a locally based cardiology clinic provides…

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Waikoloa 19-Year-Old Dies from Car Crash Injuries

August 8, 2012
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From Hawaii Police Department: A 19-year-old Waikoloa man died Tuesday (August 7) from injuries he sustained in a two-vehicle crash on Queen Ka?ahumanu Highway 200 feet south of Kaiminani Drive on July 30 has been identified as Wyland K.B. Damaso of Waikoloa. Responding to a 10:43 a.m. call, Kona patrol officers determined that Damaso was operating a 2012 Ford four-door sedan and traveling north on the Queen Ka?ahumanu Highway when he crossed the centerline and collided with a 2001 Isuzu van being operated by a 54-year-old Kailua-Kona man. Both men were wearing their seat belts.…

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Kealakekua Man Dies from Car/Moped Crash in Kona

August 2, 2012
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From Hawaii Police Department: A 21-year-old Kealakekua man died Thursday (August 2) from injuries he sustained in a motor vehicle/moped crash at the intersection of Kealakehe Parkway and Ane Keahokalole Highway on Wednesday (August 1). Responding to a 7:58 p.m. call Monday, Kona patrol officers determined that the victim was operating a 1995 Honda station wagon and traveling eastbound on Kealakehe Parkway when he rear-ended a moped at the intersection of Ane Keahokalole Highway. He swerved to the right and struck a fire hydrant, light pole and sign and then overturned. The victim was not…

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Kurtistown Man Dies in Thursday Crash in Ka’u

August 2, 2012
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From Hawaii Police Department: A 39-year-old Kurtistown man died Thursday (August 2) from injuries he sustained in a one-vehicle crash on Highway 11 midway between the 48- and 49-mile markers. Responding to a 12:43 a.m. call, Ka’u patrol officers determined that the victim was operating a 1987 Ford sedan and traveling southbound on Highway 11 when he ran off the left side of the road, lost control and overturned. The victim was not wearing a seat belt and was ejected from the vehicle. He was taken to Kona Community Hospital and pronounced dead at 6:19…

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New Surgeon Joins Ali’i Health / Kona Hospital Team

August 2, 2012
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New Surgeon Joins Ali’i Health / Kona Hospital Team

Kona Community Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of Nathan Tomita, D.O. M.P.H. to its general surgery team.  Dr. Tomita specializes in bariatric and general surgery, and will be performing procedures not yet available in West Hawaii.   Dr. Tomita is a highly skilled bariatric surgeon. He has performed hundreds of surgical weight loss procedures, most using minimally invasive, laparoscopic techniques.  Bariatric surgical procedures which Dr. Tomita brings to Kona Community Hospital include: gastric laparoscopic bypass, adjustable gastric band and sleeve gastrectomy.   In addition, Dr. Tomita is one of the few surgeons in the…

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Japanese Visitor Drowns in Kona

July 30, 2012
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From Hawaii Police Department: A Japanese visitor apparently drowned Monday (July 30) in Kailua-Kona. At 11 a.m. Monday, Kona patrol officers responded to a report of a possible drowning in waters in front of the Royal Kona Resort,  at 75-5852 Ali’i Drive in Kailua-Kona.  Arriving officers learned that resort personnel and bystanders had pulled an unconscious male snorkeler from the water and attempted cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Officers assisted with CPR until Fire Department personnel arrived. The 60-year-old victim was taken to Kona Community Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His name is being withheld pending notification…

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