East Hawai‘i News
Hawai’i CC Manono, Pālamanui Commencement Ceremonies
Hilo’s graduation ceremony will take place on Friday, May 13, followed by Kona’s ceremony on Saturday, May 14.
KTA Supports Ku’ikahi Keiki Mediation with $15K Donation
During the 2015 to 2016 school year, over 100 fourth, fifth, and sixth graders have been trained as peer mediators at several Big Island schools.
HVNP’s Escape Road to Undergo Improvements
The roadway runs from Highway 11 to Nahuku, also known as Thurston Lava Tube, in the park.
‘Gratitude for the Garden’ at Lili’uokalani Volunteer Day
“Gratitude for the Garden” brings attention to East Hawai’i public gardens, such as Hawai’i Tropical Botanical Gardens and the Panaewa Rainforest Zoo, in addition to Lili`uokalani Gardens.
Police Release May 6 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Keauhou Bay Offshore Moorings Project a ‘No-Go’
Ultimately, DLNR came to the conclusion that adding more moorings would not be in the greater interest of the community.
UPDATE: Puna Man Arrested on Suspicion of Three Leilani Estate Murders
The Hawai’i Police Department responded to a disturbance call in the Leilani Estate Subdivision in Puna at around 1:30 a.m. Friday.
Senate Closes Up 2016 Regular Session
The 2016 regular session of the Hawai’i State Senate adjourned on Thursday.
Ige Signs Public Schools Heat Abatement Bill
The law allows for emergency appropriation of $100 million to fund equipment and installation costs for air conditioning, heat abatement measures and related energy efficiency measures at public schools state-wide.
HPD: Vehicles Towed for Certain Driving Offenses
Under Hawai’i County Ordinance No. 11-102, which is also known as “Aliyah’s Law,” vehicles can be towed if a motorist is found driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, without a valid driver’s license, or with fraudulent license plates or registration emblems.
May HVNP Flight Operations Schedule
Helicopter operations for various activities within Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park have been scheduled.
UH-Hilo Professor Seeks Cancer Insight
The research seeks to understand the mechanism of cell division that will provide clues for cancer treatment.
Hawai’i Receives $3 Million In New Funding For Affordable Housing
The development and preservation of affordable rental housing in Hawai’i was supported through the funding.
Attorneys and Judges Assistance Program Board Seeks Applicants
The positions are divided as one member of the Judiciary and two attorneys.
UPDATE: All Lanes of Kanoelehua Avenue Open to Traffic
A vehicle accident along Kanoelehua Avenue in Hilo has caused a two-lane closure. The closure is between Lanikaula Street and Leilani Street.
McKee Scholarship Foundation Honors 2016 Recipients
Five Ka’u students were recently awarded $1,000 scholarships from the Harry McKee Scholarship Foundation.
Construction to Close Portion of Mohouli Street in Hilo
Traffic will flow only in the makai direction on Mohouli Street between Popolo Street and Kinoole Street from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Gemini, UH-Hilo Talk on Gravitation Waves with Dr. Reitz
Dr. David Reitz will be featured at a public talk on May 10 at 7 p.m., hosted by Gemini Observatory and the University of Hawai’i at Hilo, on the recent detection of gravitation waves.
Kapua Lands Acquisition Passed by Legislators
SR46 was one of the final pieces of legislation Senator Gil Kahele pushed for prior to his passing earlier this year.
