East Hawai‘i News
Waimea Community Association to Host Online Forum With Candidates in Several Races
Ballots for this year’s primary election are expected to arrive in Big Island mailboxes by July 26 and Waimea Community Association wants voters to be as informed as possible before making their first choices.
Size Restriction Extended For Commercial Waste Loads at East Hawaiʻi Regional Sort Station
A restriction at the East Hawaiʻi Regional Sort Station on the size of commercial waste loads will remain in place for about another year.
Hele-On Awarded $270K to Plan For Pāhoa Transit Hub
Planning for a new transit hub in downtown Pāhoa recently got a boost from the federal government.
Hawaiʻi Police Department Detective Honored with Haweo Award
A detective with the Hawai‘i Police Department was recently honored for his invaluable leadership.
‘The Tempest’ Gets a Kid-Shakes Adaptation For Teens
For the ninth year in a row, Hilo Community Players is adapting another Shakespearean tale for teens as part of its Shakespeare in the Park festival.
45th Annual Shakespeare in The Park: ‘The Tempest’ Opens This Week
A swashbuckling comedy about freedom, redemption and recovery will grace stages in Hilo and Honoka’a this month during the 45th annual Shakespeare in the Park.
Life Care Center of Hilo Employee Wins Customer Service Award
An employee at Life Care Center of Hilo was recently awarded for her dedication to customer service.
Police Seek Missing Mountain View Teen
Big Island police are asking the public for help with finding a missing teen, who might be in need of medical assistance.
Fire Hydrant Flow Tests Scheduled This Week
The county Department of Water Supply is notifying the public about fire hydrant flow tests happening this week in two locations on the Big Island.
‘Unprecedented And Frankly Scary’: Food Basket Experiencing Severe Food Shortage
The Food Basket, Hawai‘i Island’s food bank, has never experienced the type of food shortages it is seeing now.
Hawai’i Kūpuna Softball League Standings as of July 1
Hawai’i Kūpuna Softball League games are normally played on Saturdays.
‘Freedom of Expression’ : Drag Performers More Than Just Pride Month
They are the quintessential image of Pride Month — almost like mascots for the LGBTQ+ community. They come in all shapes and sizes, each as diverse and colorful as the outfits and makeup they wear.
DOT: If You’re Flying For the Fourth, Get to The Airport Early
If you are flying anywhere during the Fourth of July weekend, make sure you get to the airport early.
Join The Movement: Relay For Life Back In Person This Year at Francis Wong Stadium in Hilo
The community is invited to join the movement and fight back against cancer while honoring and remembering loved ones during the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of the Big Island next month.
Big Island Police Remind Residents About Fireworks Rules, Offer Safety Tips
In an effort to make sure everyone has a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July weekend, Big Island police are reminding the public about the rules governing the use of fireworks.
Police Investigating Murder in Hawaiian Beaches; Suspect Taken Into Custody
Big Island police are investigating a case that has been classified as second-degree murder in a Puna subdivision.
All Lanes of Kanoelehua Avenue in Hilo Again Open
All lanes on Kanoelehua Avenue are now open, police reported at 12:39 p.m. Wednesday, June 29, in a media advisory. The Hawai‘i Police Department thanks the public for its patience.
Police Seek Runaway 17-Year-Old
Big Island police are asking for the public’s help with locating a missing teen.
KS Hawaiʻi Student Wins 2022 Congressional Art Competition
A student from Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi on the Big Island was named the winner from Hawaiʻi’s second U.S. congressional district of the 2022 Congressional Art Competition.
Missing Man Found in Good Health
Hawai‘i Island police report that Jesus Sanchez, who was previously reported missing, was located in good health Tuesday, June 28.
