East Hawai‘i News
2 Hilo Men Arrested, Charged in Agricultural Theft Investigation
Two Big Island men face charges in connection with an agricultural theft investigation by the Hawai’i Police Department.
OHA Awards More than $600K in Grants to Support Native Hawaiian Education, Community Events
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs has awarded more than $600,000 to several organizations and events throughout the islands. A total of 13 OHA grant programs are being funded this year.
Sword Play: EHCC to Host Free Fencing Demos on First Friday in Hilo
It might not be the first place you think about when it comes to learning about the art of fencing, but the East Hawai‘i Cultural Center in downtown Hilo invites everyone to sharpen their sword knowledge this week on First Friday.
Fireworks Permits for Fourth of July Go on Sale This Week
Flash, boom, crackle and sparkle — its time to celebrate the Fourth of July, and firecrackers and fireworks are the main attractions.
Report: HVNP Visitor Spending Contributes $117M to Big Island Economy
Visitors to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park in 2021 pumped nearly $120 million in to the Big Island’s economy, according to a new National Park Service report.
Hilo Man Indicted in Child Sexual Assault Case
A Hilo man has been indicted on several charges in connection with a child sexual assault case from last year.
Cervantes-Bautista Wins Merriman’s Culinary Scholarship
A Hawai‘i Community College student was selected as the 2022-23 winner of the annual Merriman’s Culinary Scholarship awarded by Merriman’s Waimea.
Oregon Man Charged in Alleged Puna Sexual Assault
An Oregon man faces sexual assault charges in connection with an incident on the Big Island.
Police Seek Identity of Kea‘au Theft Suspect
Big Island police are asking for the public’s help with identifying a suspect in a recent East Hawai‘i theft.
Missing Big Island Teen Located
Big Island police reported Monday, June 27, that 13-year-old King Kehoe Kehoe was located June 23 in Hilo in good health.
Free Wi-Fi Installed at Panaʻewa Park Thanks to Multi-Agency Partnership
Free Wi-Fi is coming to the Panaʻewa Park area as part of a scalable pilot program, the county announced Thursday.
Big Island Police Participate in Keaukaha Summer of Fun Event
Big Island police got to have some summer fun with keiki this week during an event in Keaukaha.
Hawai’i Kūpuna Softball League Standings as of June 24
Hawai’i Kūpuna Softball League games are normally played on Saturdays.
Parade, Festival Highlight Packed Pride Weekend in Hilo
Everybody is encouraged to come out this weekend to show support and celebrate the Big Island’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, plus community members.
Statewide Awareness Campaign Aimed at Reducing Kūpuna Fall Injuries Underway
A new statewide awareness campaign is aimed at reducing injuries to kūpuna from falling.
Big Island 8-Year-Old Qualifies For PGA Drive, Chip And Putt Sub-Regionals on O’ahu
A Big Island 8-year-old has qualified to continue in competition for a PGA event and is looking for help from the community to get there.
Ige Signs Minimum Wage Increase, Tax Rebate Bills
Gov. David Ige on Wednesday, June 22, signed into law two measures passed by the state Legislature earlier this year that will help Hawai‘i’s working families and individuals.
Ige Signs Bills Furthering LGBTQ+ Equality, Inclusion
State lawmakers showed their support for Hawai‘i’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, plus community during the 2022 legislative session, passing several measures that further equality and inclusion of the LGBTQ+ community, and Gov. David Ige signed them into law last week — in the middle of Pride Month.
Screenplay Submissions Sought For Fifth Annual ‘Ohina Filmmakers Lab
Calling all Hawai‘i filmmakers and storytellers.
HCFCU Awards $24K in Scholarships to 8 Big Island Students
Eight Big Island students will receive a total of $24,000 in scholarships as part of Hawai‘i Community Federal Credit Union’s annual scholarship program.
