East Hawai‘i News
3.6M Earthquake Shakes Big Island
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports a 3.6 magnitude earthquake shook the Big Island Monday morning.
DOH Confirms Additional Dengue Fever Cases
The case count of confirmed dengue fever cases on the Big Island rose by another four over the weekend, bringing the total number of confirmed dengue fever cases to 27.
Drowsy Driving Prevention Week Nov. 10-16
Nov. 10 through Nov. 16 is celebrated as National Drowsy Driving Prevention Week by the National Highway Safety Administration.
Hilo Trap and Skeet Range to Close on Veterans Day
In observance of Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, the Hawai’i County Department of Parks and Recreation will close the Hilo Trap and Skeet Range.
Hawai’i CC Celebrates Anniversary, Honors Alumnus
Hawai’i CC faculty, staff, alumni, and community members gathered to not only celebrate the college, but also to support students by raising money for scholarships through ticket sales and donations.
Police Search For Missing Hilo Man
Fifty-eight-year-old Hilo man William G. Quintana is being searched for by the Hawai’i Police Department after being reported missing.
Scheduled Lane Closures Nov. 9-13
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation and the Hawai’i County Department of Public Works have announced scheduled lane closures for the week.
Public Meetings on Dengue Fever Scheduled
Informational meetings on the recent dengue fever outbreak will be held at various locations throughout the island, beginning Monday at Yano Hall.
West Hawai’i Senator Responds To Dengue Outbreak
State Senator Josh Green, who represents District 3 (Kona and Ka’u), is calling on constituents within his district and across the Big Island to take precautions to reduce the spread of the dengue fever virus.
UH-Hilo Biology Professor to Discuss Coqui Frogs
William Mautz, Professor of Biology at the University of Hawai’i at Hilo, will present the “Dynamic Instability of Coqui Frog Populations on Hawai’i Island” on Monday, Nov. 9.
Third Circuit Judge Fujino Confirmed by Senate
Melvin H. Fujino has been confirmed by members of the Hawai’i State Senate in his permanent appointment to the Third Circuit.
Weekend Lane Closure
Weekend and night roadwork is scheduled at the Umauma Bridge in Hakalau, according to the Hawai’i State Department of Transportation.
Two Found Guilty of Blocking TMT Construction
Judge Barbara Takase ruled on Thursday in the first trials for those who were arrested as they protested against the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope.
DOH Advises Public in Dengue Fever Prevention
The Hawai’i Department of Health is advising the public, not only on the Big Island but throughout the state, to take measures to ensure protection against dengue fever.
Dengue Fever: Four More Cases Confirmed
Four additional cases of dengue fever have been confirmed on the Big Island, bringing the total to 23.
Arrest List in Kona U.S. Marshals, HPD, ATF Operation
About 20 officers and agents participated in the four-day sweep of individuals connected to outstanding warrants on the Big Island.
Man Charged with Theft in Stolen Jeep Incident
A man allegedly responsible for the theft of a Jeep Wrangler stolen over the summer has been arrested and charged.
Father of ‘Peter Boy’ Kema Released Pending Investgation
According to police, detectives continue to investigate possible drug and firearms charges against Kema and 45-year-old Jaylin M. Kema.
Weekend PTA Hunting on Pause for Training
Hunting at Pohakuloa Training Area will be placed on pause this weekend as scheduled military training takes place.
Two Honoka’a Locales Added to National Registry
Hotel Honoka’a Club and the Honoka’a People’s Theatre were added to the Hawai’i Historic Places registry in May and are now are being recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.
