East Hawai‘i News
Get Ready For a Trip to the Cosmos During AstroDay 2022
One of the Big Island astronomy sector’s signature events is set to blast off and everyone is invited.
Public Libraries to Participate in Free Comic Book Day
Put on your cape, shine your green lantern, don your superhero or anime cosplay or just go in your everyday clothes. Whatever you do, don’t miss your chance to pick up a free comic book this weekend at your local library.
Rainy Weather to Continue Through Midweek
Rainy weather continues on the Big Island, apparent by heavy downpours, thunderstorms and the issuing of flood advisories the afternoon of Monday, May 2. But according to a hydrologist with the National Weather Service in Honolulu, the wet weather hasn’t been anything out of the ordinary.
4 Hilo Area Organizations to Receive Grant-In-Aid Funds From State Legislature
Four Hilo area organizations are getting a financial boost from the state.
Teen Previously Reported as Runaway Found
Big Island police have located a teen girl who was previously reported as a runaway.
Police Seek Wanted Pepe‘ekeō Man
Big Island police are asking for help from the public with finding a wanted Pepe‘ekeō man.
The Mākaha Sons Return to Hilo Palace Theater
It’s been more than two years since the Hilo Palace Theater has hosted a live concert, but that changes this weekend with the return of an iconic act.
Interagency Warrant Sweep Results in Arrests of 6 Puna Residents
Several Big Island residents were arrested on a total of 10 outstanding warrants as part of an interagency warrant sweep by officers from the Hawai‘i Police Department and state Department of Land and Natural Resources.
Hilo Man Arrested, Charged For 23 Counts of Sex Assault Involving a Minor
A Big Island man faces more than 20 sex assault charges in connection with an indictment.
Report of Vehicle Fire in Puna Leads to Discovery of Structure Engulfed in Flames
Big Island first responders were dispatched Tuesday, April 26, after a report of a vehicle fire in Puna but instead found a structure ablaze.
Waiākea High Takes Top Honors at ‘Ōlelo Youth Xchange Student Video Competition
A Big Island high school recently took top honors in Hawai‘i’s largest and oldest video contest for keiki.
Puna Man Charged With Murder, Assault
A Big Island man faces a murder charge following the discovery of a badly burned body Saturday, April 23, in Puna.
HPD Promotes Two to Rank of Major
Two members of the Hawai’i Police Department were recently promoted to the rank of major.
Merrie Monarch Arts and Crafts Fair Welcomes In-Person Vendors, Shoppers After 2-Year Hiatus
Smiles. Laughter. Hugs. ‘Ohana. Aloha. Even a few tears — of joy. And that was all before walking in.
Man Killed in Fatal Crash at HVNP Entrance Identified
The man who was killed in a fatal crash Tuesday, April 19, at the entrance of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has been identified as 21-year-old Big Island resident Seth White.
All Lanes of Kanoelehua Avenue in Hilo Again Open
Motorists are being advised that one lane of Kanoelehua Avenue in Hilo is closed.
Police Seek Missing Kurtistown Man
Big Island police are asking for help from the public in the search for a missing man.
Man Dies Following Traffic Collision in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
A man has died following a traffic collision in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
Fire Hydrant Flow Tests Scheduled Next Week
The county Department of Water Supply is notifying customers in two areas of the Big Island that it will conduct two fire hydrant flow tests next week.
UH-Hilo, HCC See Record Graduation Rates Despite Pandemic
Two years and counting after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, spring commencement ceremonies at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo and Hawai‘i Community College are less than a month away.
