East Hawai‘i News
Kamehameha Avenue Waterline Work Continues
A temporary water shut-off will be conducted Wednesday as waterline work for the Kamehameha Avenue Reconstrcution Project continues.
HPD: Puna Death Linked to Medical Condition
The Hawai’i Police Department continues to investigate the death of a woman found on Plumeria Street in Fern Acres Monday.
Lava Reaches Kilauea Summit Rim, Subsides
Kilauea’s summit lava lake reached the crater rim Tuesday morning but did not spill over onto Halema’uma’u.
Public Input Requested on OHA’s TMT Stance
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is seeking public input through a survey prior to its special meeting on Thursday to discuss the Thirty Meter Telescope.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
DUI arrests are over 25 percent lower than last year while the margin of vehicle accidents gets smaller.
HPD Investigates Suspicious Death
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating the suspicious death of a woman that occurred Monday in the Fern Acres subdivision of Puna.
UPDATE: ‘Hacktivist’ Group Hits TMT and State Websites
A hacker and activist group known as “Anonymous” has claimed responsibility for cyber-attacks on the State of Hawai`i and Thirty Meter Telescope websites.
Four Men Charged in Attempted Jail Break
Four men who attempted to escape from the Hawai`i Community Correctional Center on Saturday, April 25, have been charged.
Park Rangers Offer Helpful Tips as Volcano Visitors Surge
Rangers at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park offer visitors helpful hints to enhance their lava-viewing experience.
Survey Reveals Teachers Better Understand EES
A joint survey conducted by the DOE and HSTA revealed public school teachers have a better understanding of the new Educator Effectiveness System.
State Gets $12 Million in Settlement with Credit Card Companies
The state of Hawai`i has received $12.5 million in settlement money following three years of litigation against credit cards companies who allegedly misled consumers.
Gas Prices Showing Steady Decline
Average gas prices reported for East Hawaii and statewide continue to show a downward trend.
Elections Commission Seeks New Chair
The State of Hawai’i Elections Commission is seeking a new Chairperson. This appointment will succeed current Chair William Marston.
Lava Lake at Kilauea Summit Nears Rim
Kilauea’s summit continues to inflate, causing a rise in lave lake level. As of Monday morning, the lake was 7 feet from the crater rim.
Hawai’i Red Cross’ ‘Hearts Go Out’ to Nepal
The American Red Cross is aiding Nepal in disaster relief efforts following a 7.8 magnitude earthquake that has devastated the country.
Scheduled Lane Closures: April 27-May 1
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced temporary road closures for the week of April 27.
Lava Lake Activity at Kilauea Summit Fluctuates
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory noted fluctuations in Kilauea Summit’s lava lake activity Sunday morning.
Four Attempt Overnight Escape at HCCC
Four individuals attempted to escape from Hawai’i Community Correctional Center overnight, using a piece of furniture to break through a door.
Mauna Kea Hui Responds to OHA Statement
Representatives of the Mauna Kea Hui responded Friday to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs following OHA’s group meeting on the Thirty Meter Telescope.
