East Hawai‘i News
UPDATE: Police Locate Missing Hilo Woman
The Hawai’i Police Department has located 43-year-old Mary Jo Victorino, who had been reported missing.
Tropical Disturbance 96-C May Form into Depression
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to monitor Tropical Disturbance 96-C.
No Tsunami Threat Following 6.6M Papua Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 6.5 magnitude earthquake near the north coast of Papua.
Shark Bite Victim Optomistic Via Social Media
Twenty-seven-year-old Braxton Rocha says he swam 60 yards to the shore and feared for his life.
PISCES, NASA Formalize Lunar Landing Pad Partnership
The landing pad test site will be created with the aim to robotically build a vertical lift off and landing pad using basalt.
CPB Foundation Donates $25K to Help Cool Classrooms
The Central Pacific Bank Foundation donated $25,000 to assist with classroom cooling.
Woman Dies After Falling from Vehicle Window
According to the Hawai’i Police Department, a 31-year-old Kona woman fell out of the passenger side of the vehicle she was in and later died.
CPHC Continues to Monitor TD 96-C
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center is monitoring Tropical Disturbance 96-C.
Bleachapalooza Event to Monitor Coral Bleaching
Ocean temperatures are predicted to peak on Oct. 3, so on that day, trained volunteers will head out to monitor bleaching on coral reefs.
Missing Person Advisory Issued for Hāwī Free Diver
The Hawai’i Police Department has issued a missing persons advisory for Jamie Salis, the man who went missing Wednesday night when free diving off Old Coast Guard Road.
CPHC, State Officials Closely Monior TD-96C
Tropical Disturbance 96-C is about 900 miles southeast of Hilo, as of 2 p.m., and is being monitored by the Central Pacific Hurricane Center.
DOE, DOH Develop Heat Illness-Related Guidelines
Among the heat illnesses of concern are early heat stress, heat cramps, heat syncope, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
Police Seek Person of Interest in Kona Robbery
A 27-year-old Kealakekua man is wanted by the Hawai’i Police Department for questioning in connection with a robbery that took place in Kailua-Kona on Sept. 10.
Sept. 22 Marks National Voter Registration Day
Sept. 22 marks National Voter Registration Day, and across the country, eligible voters are registering in preparation for the 2016 elections.
Kona Library to Host Hawai’i CC – Pālamanui Meeting
Hawai’i Community College – Pālamanui will hold an informational meeting with a focus on higher education opportunities in West Hawai’i on Sept. 29.
DCCA Seeks Teams for LifeSmarts Competition
Registration for the 2015-2016 LifeSmarts Competition is now open.
OHA Loans Now Available Online
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ Malama Loan program can be used to start or expand a business, make improvements to a person’s home, consolidate debt or fund continuing education.
Lawmakers Voice Support for Preschool Development Grants
Hawai‘i’s planned preschool system includes service to several Big Island schools.
Vehicle Access to Bayfront Beach Will End
Hilo Bayfront Beach will close to all motorized vehicles beginning Sept. 25 in a move to protect beach goers’ safety and marine life.
