East Hawai‘i News
DWS: Kamehameha Ave. Water Shut-Off
Water will be temporarily shut off along Kamehameha Avenue between Kumu Street and Pauahi Street in South Hilo on Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Changes Proposed to Mauna Kea Management
Governor David Ige announced his plan for moving the stewardship of Mauna Kea forward, including a change in the way the State of Hawai’I manages the mountain.
NOAA: Active Hurricane Season Projected
The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration’s Central Pacific Hurricane Center announced an expected “above average” hurricane season in the Central Pacific Basin.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events
The County of Hawai’i Department of Environmental Management will hold two free household hazardous waste collection events in June.
Gov. Ige Plans Announcement on Stewardship of Mauna Kea
Governor David Ige will announce his planned proposal on the stewardship of Mauna Kea going forward Tuesday afternoon.
Kilauea Summit Update – 5/26/15
Tiltmeters at Kilauea’s summit continue to record deflationary tilt that began Sunday as seismic activity remains normal.
Tuesday Morning Water Shut-Off in Hilo
Water will be temporarily shut off in a portion of the South Hilo area Tuesday morning by the Department of Water Supply.
Scheduled Lane Closures May 26-29
The Department of Transportation has released its weekly list of Big Island road closures.
Flags at Half-Staff on Memorial Day
Governor David Ige has ordered that the United States flag and Hawai’i state flag fly at half-staff Monday.
Police Charge 18-Year-Old With Murder
The Hawai’i Police Department has charged 18-year-old Forrest Keesler with second-degree murder following the death of a 47-year-old man Saturday morning.
Free HVNP Keiki O Hawai’i Nei Summer Program
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park is accepting applications for its free Keiki o Hawai’i Nei summer program.
Police Investigate Fern Acres Murder
Hawai’i Police Department detectives are investigating a Saturday morning Fern Acres murder.
Senator Urges Action on Federal Highway Funds
Hawai`i State Senator Lorraine Inouye is appealing to the Hawai‘i Congressional delegation for funding authorization to continue transportation projects in the state.
Police Release May 22 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Honoka’a Road Closed for Western Week Block Party
The Hawai`i Police Department is notifying the public of a road closure in Honoka`a to accommodate the Western Week block party on May 22.
Big Island Gas Prices Continue to Rise
Average gas prices as measured in Hilo are continuing to rise, according to the AAA Fuel Gauge Report.
Senate Committees and Chairs Confirmed
The Hawai`i State Senate has confirmed committees and their respective chairpersons.
HPD: Information Sought on Albert Espaniola Jr.
Albert Espaniola Jr. continues to be sought after by the Hawai’i Police Department for contempt of court and questioning.
