East Hawaii News
UPDATE: Repairs Nearly Complete to Electrical Grid
Final electrical repairs in the Wood Valley and Hamakua areas are being made by Hawai’i Electric Light.
The Kohala Center Receives Federal Farm to School Grant
The Kohala Center has received a federal Farm to School grant that will help schools connect with local producers and teach children where their food comes from.
Flags at Half-Staff Wednesday to Honor Late Rep. Amaral
Flags will fly at half-staff Wednesday at all state offices and agencies in honor of late former State Representative Alvin T. Amaral.
Hawai’i Police Department 2014 DUI Statistics
Traffic fatalities, major accidents caused by DUI, and underage DUI arrests are among the statistics that the Hawai’i Police Department released as improved numbers from 2013.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/6/15
The June 27 lava flow front and south breakout remain stalled, as of Tuesday. The Railroad Avenue access route will be closed for maintenance beginning Wednesday.
Hawai’i Electric Light Crews Continue Power Restoration
Hawai’i Electric Light crews continue their efforts Tuesday morning to restore power to the 360 customers who remained without electricity Monday evening.
Gov. Ige Appoints New Directors
Governor David Ige announced Monday the appointments of Elizabeth Kim as Director of Labor and Industrial Relations and Cindy McMillian as Director of Communications.
Hilo Man Charged in New Year’s Terroristic Threatening
A Hilo man has been charged with three counts of first-degree terroristic threatening following an incident that occurred in the early hours of New Year’s Day.
Police Seek Identity of YMCA Burglary Suspect
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying a burglary suspected linked to an October incident at the YMCA.
Red Cross Responds to Weekend Storm Damage
Two East Hawai’i families whose homes were destroyed in the weekend wind storm received help from the Hawai’i Red Cross as volunteers continue to assess damage in other areas.
Upslope Lava Breakout Threatens Possible Overtake
Two breakouts upslope from the June 27 lava flow front continue to remain active. The lower of the two has advanced about 200 yards since Sunday morning.
Power Restoration Continues, 900 Remain Powerless
Hawai’i Electric Light says that 900 customers are still without power across the island as crews work around the clock to restore power.
Police Search for Man Missing Since New Year’s Day
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a 49-year-old man missing since New Year’s Day.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/5/15
The June 27 lava flow front and south breakout have been stalled since Friday, while two north margin breakouts are active and have shown signs of advancement.
Water Emergency Posted for Pa’auilo Residents
Residents in Pa’auilo are being asked to keep water usage to a minimum as continued power interruptions are interfering with water distribution.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/4/15
The June 27 lava flow front and south margin breakout continue to remain stalled as Kilauea’s summit celebrates 34 years of eruption.
Cleanup Underway Following Overnight Storm
Cleanup is underway following an overnight storm that has caused road closures, beach closures, and power outages across the Big Island.
Severe Weather Causes Closures, Cancellations
Along with road closures, today’s visits at Kulani Correctional Facility and BIIF swim meet at Hawai’i Preparatory Academy have been both cancelled.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/3/15
The leading edge of the June 27 lava flow, as well as the breakout along the south margin, are stalled Saturday morning, according to Hawai’i County Civil Defense.
Power, Road Access Affected by High Winds
Crews from Hawai’i Electric Light continue to work on scattered island wide power outages. Meanwhile, several roads are closed due to fallen trees and branches.
