East Hawaii News

Liliʻuokalani Gardens is one of 20 sites in Japan and Hawaiʻi that are participating in an international genki ball toss for the 16th World EM Mudball Day.

The annual Autism Awareness Walk moves the community towards acceptance, inclusion, and innovative support for those with developmental disabilities.

Scientists investigated the potential vast underground reservoir of fresh water beneath Hawaiʻi Island’s ocean floor, potentially revolutionizing the understanding of island hydrology and offering new fresh water sources.

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.

Construction and improvements began in May 2023. Main elements of the about $12 million park improvement project were a new 4,400-square-foot community center, increased parking, a walking path and a realigned ballfield with a new concession building, comfort station, dugouts and scorekeeper’s booth.

She is identified as 35-year-old Trisha Almazan of Kea‘au, whose older sister says had a contagious smile and was always there to help someone in need no matter if she was struggling herself.

The Hilo Wastewater Treatment Plant will soon undergo a $337 million upgrade, addressing long-overdue infrastructure needs to ensure safe and efficient waste management for at least 30,000 residents.

Tsunami waves generated by distant earthquakes take hours to reach the Hawaiian Islands, giving people time to evacuate vulnerable areas. Local tsunami, however, do not need to travel far to reach our shores, leaving a much shorter time to respond.

Hey, Mom and Dad! We know you’ve had them home all summer and are probably looking forward to the beginning of the school year. But this IS the last weekend before keiki return to class, so why not take them on one more journey or have one final quest? Huh? Sounds like a good idea, you say? Need some ideas? Well why don’t you look at that. We just so happen to have a few upcoming events to recommend that might be perfect.

Hawai‘i U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz launches guide to learn more about how major changes to health care, food assistance and other services, as well as education and taxes, will affect thousands of island residents because of the new fedeal tax law.

Shipping company’s operations at ports in Hilo, Kawaihae on Big Island and Nāwiliwili on Kaua‘i are open again; barges from Honolulu arrived at Kawaihae and Nāwiliwili on July 29, but not all cargo was discharged and none was loaded back from either port.

Aimed at helping communities recover from major disasters more quickly, the Reforming Disaster Recovery Act was introduced and written by Hawai‘i Democrat U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz and Maine Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins.

The Home Improvement Loan Program — or HILP — provides low-interest loans intended to help low- and moderate-income families repair, improve or modernize their primary residence; loan amounts range from $2,500 to $50,000 at a 3% simple interest rate to eligible homeowners.

Hawai‘i County officials ask residents, however, to exercise caution and stay out of the water, as coastal areas continue to be hazardous.

Kunia Hassard, 39, is being charged with habitual property crime and arson in the second degree.

Clyde T.T. Loa faces more charges after escaping Hale Nani with two other inmates in a stolen car in December 2024.

No one was occupying a newly remodeled home during a garage fire in ʻĀinaloa on Monday morning.

The Big Island Substance Abuse Council blends an array of health and social services with a thrilling athletic competition during the 11th Summer Jam in Hilo.

Nearly 230 student-athletes representing all 12 University of Hawai‘i at Hilo sports teams posted a combined record-high grade-point average of 3.32, topping last year’s previous combined record-high grade-point average of 3.28.

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.