East Hawaii News
Big Island Lawmakers Join Aerospace Caucus
The lawmakers are promoting a package of legislation to further Hawaii’s efforts in that arena.
Renovations Funded for Hospitals Islandwide
Hilo Medical Center will get new laundry facilities, security upgrades and also planning funds for a new extended-care facility.
Police Release Feb. 7 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Witnesses Sought to Robbery Wednesday at Bandstand
Police are investigating the incident in which a man was allegedly robbed and then assaulted at the Mo`oheau facility at about noon.
Police Investigating Theft of Koa Wood
The theft in Mountain View involved four men in two full-sized trucks loaded with the cut koa following a confrontation with the wood’s owner.
Nanawale Estates Home Destroyed by Fire
The fire of unknown origin was one of two requiring the services of firefighters in East Hawaii Wednesday.
Police Want to Question 50-Year-Old Man
Cedric Pulgados is also wanted on an outstanding bench warrant.
Public Warned of Another Court-Based Scam
The latest one involves emails purportedly informing recipients that they are to appear for a court date with instructions to click on a link for information.
Like House Version, Senate GMO Bill Stagnant
While House Bill 2506 waits for a committee hearing, a committee today deadlocked 3-3 on a vote for the Senate’s version that would preempt county anti-GMO laws.
Alaska Fugitive Arrested at Hilo’s Wailoa Boat Ramp
Thomas Dye had violated terms of his probation stemming from a conviction for receiving PTSD disability after falsely claiming he had been a SEAL in Vietnam.
Bill Exempts Disabled Vets From Some Vehicle Fees
Qualifying veterans would still have to pay county fees and weight taxes, which make up the majority of registration costs.
Police Renew Request for Help Finding Missing Men
One is a Kona man not seen since Thanksgiving, and the other is a Kohala man who went missing after saying he was going to go opihi-picking.
Man Arrested in Hatchet Incident Charged with Second Robbery
A Ka`u man told police Kainoa Kahele-Bishop had robbed him the same day the suspect allegedly took part in a robbery involving a hatchet.
Sunrise Vigil Planned for Royal, Other Domestic Violence Victims
The silent march and vigil will be held at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 18, at the King Kamehameha statue near Hilo’s bayfront.
Puna Man Missing, and Sought on Warrants Also
Philip Voelker, 23, was last seen near his Orchidland home in November.
VIDEO: Battle Against Little Fire Ants Picking Up Steam
As horror stories from victims keep growing, state lawmakers are considering 15 bills dealing with the pest that spreads rapidly and packs a powerful bite.
Phone Calls About Clearing Up Warrants a Scam
A spokeswoman for the Sheriff Division said someone pretending to be a deputy is offering to clear warrants for missing jury duty — for a price.
Hilo Girl Missing Since November Located in Good Health
Brianna Kehaulani Freitas-Jones, 16, was located Friday in Puna.
Body of Man Missing in Akaka Falls Park Found
Jeffrey Reyes of Pepeekeo was last seen leaving his van in the Akaka Falls parking lot Friday morning.
Man Charged in Wednesday’s Robbery of Hilo Bank
Rogers was arrested less than a half-hour after a man left Central Pacific Bank with an undisclosed amount of cash.
