Land owner, developer withdraw from proposed project

KAILUA-KONA — The owner and developer of a proposed 50-unit residential community across from Pahoehoe Beach Park on Alii Drive in Kailua-Kona withdrew their application for a special management area use permit, meaning the lot will likely be preserved for open space.

Police seek burglary suspects

Police are asking for the public’s assistance with identifying two women suspected of a burglary in Black Sand Beach subdivision in Puna.

Obituaries for November 26

Denise Marie Maiden, 67, of Kailua-Kona died Nov. 12 at Life Care Center of Kona. Born in Los Angeles, she owned Sparkle housekeeping service. Private services. Survived by daughter, Sarah (John) Caravalho of Kailua-Kona. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.

Fatal crash closes Highway 19 north of Honokaa

A head-on collision near the 46-mile marker on Mamalahoa Highway (Route 19) north of Honokaa has claimed one life and left another person seriously injured, according to the Hawaii Fire Department.

Wright On: 11-year-old Stickley doing her part 1 mile at a time

A young girl in Papaikou has been using her heart and legs to attract others, providing vital help for oppressed children around the world. In a few paragraphs you’ll read about her efforts and her successes, which may inspire you to help in her causes.