East Hawai‘i News
February HVNP Flight Operations Schedule
Helicopter operations during the month of February within Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park have been announced.
Four New Deep-Water Algae Discovered in Hawai’i
The study was recently published in the Journal of Phycology, titled “New Ulvaceae (Ulvophyceae, Chlorophyta) from mesophotic ecosystems across the Hawaiian Archipelago.”
Groundhog Day 2016: Punxsutawney Phil Doesn’t See His Shadow
The official groundhog of Groundhog Day, Phil, has come out from his burrow on Gobbler’s Kob, Punxsutawney, Pa. on Feb. 2 for the past 130 years, and is said to predict the weather for the rest of winter.
Hilo Trap & Skeet Range to Close Feb. 13-14
The Hilo Trap and Skeet Range will close to the public on Saturday, Feb. 13 and Sunday, Feb. 14 to accommodate a statewide tournament.
Remains of Marines in Helicopter Crash Recovered
Two CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters crashed in the late evening hours of Jan. 14.
Police: Children, Crossing Guards Experience ‘Near Misses’
Motorists are being reminded by the Hawai’i Police Department of the dangers of speeding in a school zone.
Honolulu to Hilo Motorcade Scheduled for the Late Senator Kahele
Upon its arrival in Hilo, the motorcade will pass through town, touring many sites that Senator Kahele was fond of or played a significant part of his childhood.
Export Training Program Available through DBEDT
HiSTEP-ERP will provide training programs to companies in Hawai’i to assist in expanding their export market development.
Over 550 Humpback Whale Sightings Off the Big Island
The first event of the 2016 Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Ocean Count brought in a total of 552 volunteers on the Big Island, Kauai, and Oahu.
Two More Big Island Dengue Cases Confirmed
On Thursday, Feb. 4, a community meeting regarding the outbreak will take place at Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park’s Amphitheater.
Marines Helicopter Squadron Leader Fired Days Before Hawai’i Crash
The commander of the Hawai’i helicopter squadron was fired by a Marines General just days before two CH-53E helicopters crashed off the north shore of Oahu.
Hilo Man Charged in 2015 Copper Theft
On June 23 and June 25, 128 pounds of copper pipe had been reportedly removed from a warehouse in Pana’ewa.
High School Students Learn ‘Mad Money’ Skills
Members of HFS Federal Credit Union’s marketing team presented seniors from St. Joseph School with a crash-course on decision making and budgeting.
Missing 85-Year-Old Woman Located
Luciana Flores returned to her home Monday morning. She was unharmed.
Siren, Emergency Alert System to Sound Test
Each month, the Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency conducts siren testing in coordination with the live audio broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
Scheduled Lane Closures Feb. 1-5
Various portions of roadway will be temporarily closed throughout the week as road construction continues.
Police Searching for Missing Woman
Luciana Flores, 85, was last seen on Friday in Puna. The Hawai’i Police Department says that the missing woman is in need of medication.
Police Investiging Shooting at Honoli’i
The alleged shooting happened early Sunday morning. Officers from the Hawai’i Police Department continue to investigate the incident.
Honoli’i Beach Park, Kahoa Street Closed
No official reason has been given for the closure, which was announced early Sunday morning by the Hawai’i Police Department.
