East Hawai‘i News
Kilauea Lava Update – 6/18/15
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports a switch to deflationary tilt at the summit of Kilauea. Changes within the Overlook crater have also occurred.
Lateral Repair Work to Cause Apoke St. Water Shut-Off
Apoke Street in Kaumana will have water temporarily shut-off Thursday as the Department of Water Supply changes a leaking service lateral.
Hawai’i-Specific Seed Variety Selection Tool Launched
Through its Hawai’i Public Seed Initiative, The Kohala Center has launched a new Hawai’i-specific Seed Variety Selection Tool created by UH-HIlo’s Ilana Stout.
Hilo Decomposed Body Identified, Foul Play Ruled Out
The Hawai’i Police Department says an autopsy conducted on a decomposed body located in Hilo Monday has ruled out foul play.
‘Best in Class’ Awarded to Hawaii.gov
The official website of Hawai’i, Hawaii.gov, has been named “Best in Class” in the government category by the Interactive Media Awards.
HPD: Remain Alert for Car Thefts
The Hawai’i Police Department is reminding the public to be on the alert for car thefts.
BOE Approves Hilo-Waiakea CAS Appointment
The Board of Education has approved the appointment of Brad Bennett as the Hawai’i State Department of Education’s Hilo-Waiakea Complex Area Superintendent.
Kilauea Summit Update – 6/17/15
Kilauea’s summit continues to follow an inflationary trend that began Tuesday morning. The lava lake within the Overlook crater has rise by 32-50 feet.
Volcano Man Dies in Motorcycle Accident
A Volcano man died Tuesday night after he collided with a van in the Volcano area.
HIHWNMS Celebrates 13 Years of Rescues
Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary celebrates 13 years of whale rescues as the 2015 whale season comes to a close.
Ocean View Fire Under Investigation
The Hawai’i Fire Department is investigating a Hawaiian Ocean View Estates fire that occurred just after 10 a.m. Tuesday.
HPD Finds Decomposed Body Off Saddle Road
The Hawai’i Police Department is conducting an investigation after locating a decomposed body off Saddle Road Tuesday morning.
Senators Send Nominations for District Court Opening
Senator Mazie Hirono and Senator Brian Schatz made their recommendations for the open United States District Court Judgeship for the District of Hawai’i.
Police Seek Information in Hilo Graffiti Spike
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking information regarding a recent spike in graffiti in the Hilo area.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Arrests for incidents related to driving under the influence are down 17.6 percent from the same time last year. Major accidents are down by less than seven percent.
Kilauea Summit Update – 6/16/15
After a brief episode of deflation, Kilauea’s summit is once again following an inflationary trend.
Open Houses Scheduled for Mauna Kea Input
The Office of Mauna Kea Management plans to hold three open house community meetings to discuss administrative rules for the management of Mauna Kea.
DWS Work Causes Traffic Change on Apoke Street
Apoke Street in Kaumana will be opened to local traffic only as the Department of Water Supply prepares to change a service lateral.
DCCA Calls Attention to Elder Abuse
In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs is bringing attention to the issue.
Decomposed Body Found Near Hilo Airport
The Hawai’i Police Department says the body of an unknown individual was found about 80-100 feet south of Kekuanaoa Street Monday morning.
