East Hawaii News
Hawai’i Courts Rank Third in Accessibility
The findings were released by the National Center for Access to Justice in its Justice Index 2016 Findings.
USPS Gears Up for Annual National Association of Letter Carriers’ Food Drive
The event will be the 24th annual collection drive and is the largest one-day effort in the nation in combating hunger in communities, providing support to local food banks.
Ige Signs Law to Expedite Contested Case Hearings
In addition, the law requires the Supreme Court to prioritize contested case appeals of significant statewide importance.
Instagram Analysis: Hawai’i Drivers Suffer Highest Levels of Road Rage
An analysis of Instagram posts tagged #RoadRage, conducted by Auto Insurance Center, ranks Hawai‘i as the state with the highest level of road rage.
Police Week Features Dedication of East Hawai’i Memorial
During the ceremonies, HPD will honor the life of four officers who lost their lives while serving their communities.
Kahalu’u Bay Education Center Seeks Volunteers
With over 400,000 people visiting Kahalu’u Bay on a yearly basis, the Kahalu’u Bay Education Center says that it is volunteers who help protect the bay.
Schatz Meets with U.S. Supreme Court Nominee Garland
The meeting took place in Senator Schatz’s Capitol Hill office and covered the nominating process, Chief Judge Garland’s record, and judicial philosophy.
Juveniles in Leilani Estates Triple Murder Identified
Both children are the biological children of John Ali Hoffman, who has been arrested and charged in the murders.
Hamakua-Kohala Health Celebrates 50 Years with Anniversary Celebration
Hamakua-Kohala Health will celebrate its 50th anniversary at the annual Honoka’a Health Fair on Saturday, May 28.
NOAA: Coral Reef Ecosystem Reserve Seeks Advisory Council Applicants
The council is seeking applicants for five primary and alternate seats.
Suspect in Triple Murder Says Intruders Shot Wife
Court documents state that John Hoffman allegedly called police just before 2 a.m. on Friday.
PTA Training to Cause Potential Noise Increase
PTA officials say an Air Force C-17 participating in activities could add to the noise levels on May 10 and May 12 between 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.
Authorities Identify Woman in Triple Murder Case
The Hawai’i Police Department has identified one of the three people who died in a triple murder Friday morning in the Leilani Estates Subdivision.
Union Representing Tribune-Herald Employees Files Labor Charge
The filing with the National Labor Relations Board challenges Oahu Publications Inc.’s practice of forcing employees to forfeit vacation days when they use sick leave and requiring doctor’s notes for each illness.
Students Recycle Directories in Recycling and Awareness Campaign
The campaign is in its final week, ending on May 15, and is in conjunction with the 2016 Hawaiian Telcom Directory delivery.
Pacific Media Group Celebrates Outstanding Graduates
Pacific Media Group, home of four island wide radio stations and news website BigIslandNow.com, will once again celebrate outstanding students in the community in its 33rd annual “Salute to the Graduates” program.
Scheduled Lane Closures May 9-13
Several roadways throughout the Big Island will undergo work, causing temporary lane closures.
Missing Man Found
Gary Scanlan went missing after last being seen at Ahalanui Beach Park. He has since been located.
