East Hawaii News
Hilo Woman Sentenced to Jail for Shoplifting, Drugs
Gayleen Oda received a one-year jail term Thursday for trying to steal a baby carriage containing shoplifted items and drug possession.
Pepe`ekeo Burglar Sentenced to Year in Jail
A Circuit Court judge also ordered 21-year-old Christopher Santos to pay restitution in the amount of $10,000.
Election Chief: Voting Process on Track For Primary
County Clerk Jamae Kawauchi today said that county election workers have been working hard to get ready for the Aug. 11 primary election.
Pahoa Man Charged in June Break-in in HPP
Police say Sepeti Alamti “Joe” Tuaefe was among individuals who broke into a home and assaulted a Kea`au man.
Daniel Expected to Bring Showers, Waves
A high surf advisory was issued today for east-facing shores of the Big Island as Tropical Depression Daniel approaches. This morning the storm was located about 900 miles east of Hilo and moving west at 15 mph. It had maximum sustained winds of 35 mph. The National Weather Service reported that Daniel was expected to […]
Fee Dispute Removes KITV From Time Warner Cable
Time Warner Cable has been unable to reach a fee agreement with Hearst Television, which owns Honolulu’s ABC affiliate.
Police Warning of Home Improvement Scams
Use caution when hiring unlicensed contractors to work on your home or vehicle, police say.
Kailua-Kona Gas Station Operator Fined $32,500
The state Department of Health has fined the operator of a Kailua-Kona gas station $32,500 for violating state regulations regarding the handling of underground storage tanks. The fine was issued against Aloha Petroleum, Ltd., a Honolulu-based company which operates 10 gas stations on the Big Island, including two Aloha Island Mini Marts in the Kailua-Kona […]
Coffee Bill Not Vetoed, Allowed to Become Law
Gov. Neil Abercrombie has changed his mind about vetoing several bills with Big Island connections.
Hawaii Final State to Implement ‘Move Over’ Law
The governor today was scheduled to sign into law a bill requiring that motorists exercise extra care when approaching emergency vehicles along the roadway.
Water Shut-off Set For Mountain View Wednesday
County water service will be temporarily interrupted along South Kulani Road to allow for a waterline connection.
Pepe`ekeo Woman Charged With Attempted Burglary
A North Hilo woman faces attempted burglary charges after being observed running from a home in Pepe`ekeo where a broken window was found.
Home Invasion Reported Monday Night In Hilo
Two armed, masked men tied up the occupants of an Ainaola Drive home before searching the house and stealing money.
Ceremony Tuesday for New PTA Commander
The Pohakuloa Training Area will have a new commander Tuesday. Lt. Col Eric P. Shwedo will assume control of the Army facility on Saddle Road, PTA Public Affairs Officer Bob McElroy said today. The previous duty for Shwedo, a Special Forces officer, was at US Special Operations Command in Tampa, Fla. He has served in […]
UPDATE: Remnants of Daniel May Bring Rain Thursday
The weather service said Hurricane Daniel continues its westward march but is expected to weaken to a tropical low by the end of the week.
Homeless Man Charged in Theft of Truck, Welders
Frank Eblacas was charged in connection with a theft that occurred in mid-April.
Election Season’s First Mayoral Forum Held in Hilo
The top three candidates for Big Island mayor state their cases in the first face-to-face-to-face forum of the election season.
Attempted Robbery at Kailua-Kona Gas Station
A lone gunman fled from a Kailua-Kona station late Wednesday night after a cashier refused his demand to hand over money.
Mountain View Man Sought in Shooting Incident
Police are looking for a Puna man after a woman said he pointed a firearm at her and fired a shot.
Public’s Help Sought Finding Missing Hilo Teen
Police are looking for a Hilo teenager missing since Monday.
