East Hawaii News
Two Infectious as Dengue Fever Count Rises
Three new cases of dengue were confirmed within the past day. One of those cases involves a visitor to the island, increasing the total number of visitors infected during the outbreak to 21.
North Hilo Police Station to Close for Maintenance
Anyone in need of emergency assistance should call 9-1-1. Those in need of non-emergency police assistance should call the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.
Fire Engine Donated to Hawai’i CC Fire Science Students
Hawai’i Community College was one of two University of Hawai’i campus recipients of Honolulu Fire Department donations.
Big Island Student Among Nominees for Service Academies
A panel that included Allen Hoe, decorated Vietnam War veteran and current Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army for East Hawai’i, selected the nominees.
Two Earthquakes Shake the Big Island
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center did not issue a tsunami advisory in connection to either of the earthquakes, and HVO did not release information connecting the earthquakes with volcanic activity.
HCAN Launches Children’s Policy Agenda
The agenda makes it just in time for the 2016 legislative session and includes policy priorities and needed investments identified by organizations that serve children and their families.
DOT Launches Web-Based Vessel Scheduling System
Under the new system, open berths at Hawai’i’s commercial ports can be reserved years in advance.
Police Search for Missing Kea’au Man
Barton Bumatay is described as a local male, 6-foot-1, and 255 pounds. He has brown eyes and salt-and-pepper hair.
DWS Plans Manono Street Water Shut-Off
Department of Water Supply crews will be working on the water main connection within the Manono Street Improvements Project during the shut-off.
No Tsunami Threat Following 6.7M Japan Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 6.7 magnitude earthquake near Hokkaido, Japan.
Eastern Aleutian Islands Could Pose Hawai’i Tsunami Risk
An area along the eastern Aleutian Islands could pose a future tsunami risk to Hawai’i.
Wanted Man Located
Christian E. Alameda was charged with two counts of contempt of court and one count of failure to appear.
Judiciary Looks to Fulfill Independent Grand Jury Counsel
The Circuit Court of the Third Circuit, Hawai’i, is seeking qualified applicants to make up the Independent Grand Jury Counsel.
Police Seek Woman Wanted for Abuse
An 18-year-old woman last known to live Kailua-Kona is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department for abuse.
Kea’au Students Build Space Shuttle Replica
The project, which restored a space shuttle replica, was completed by twenty-five students in automotive and construction academies at the high school.
UPDATE: Waipio Valley Road Closed as ‘Precaution’
Since the outbreak began in late October, 195 Big Island residents and 20 visitors to the island have been infected with the mosquito-transmitted disease.
WalletHub Names Hawai’i Most ‘Racially Integrated State’
WalletHub conducted the study in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who will be nationally celebrated on Monday.
$500K in Scholarships to Native Hawaiian Students
Those eligible for the scholarships should visit the OHA website for more information and to apply.
Weekly Dengue Information Sessions Set by State
The Hawai’i Department of Health plans to host weekly dengue information sessions in Hilo and Kona through February.
Hawai’i Electric to Resume Utility Infrastructure Upgrades
Work between the 24 mile marker in Papa’aloa and the 27 mile marker in Laupahoehoe will begin on Jan. 18 and run from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.
