East Hawai‘i News
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.
Police Seek Eden Roc Burglary Suspect
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking the identity of a man caught on surveillance during a Eden Roc burglary.
Hawai’i to Receive Portion of $6M Credit Settlement
The State of Hawai’i will receive nearly $100,000 in a national $6 million settlement that includes three national credit reporting agencies.
Hilo to PTA Convoy Scheduled Next Week
Convoys are scheduled to travel between Keaukaha Military Reservation and Pohakuloa Training Area beginning next Wednesday.
Kilauea Summit Update – 5/22/15
As the week closes, Hawaiian Volcano Observatory described normal seismic activity and a slight, but typical, inflationary tilt.
No Memorial Day Weekend Hunting at PTA
There will be no hunting at Pohakuloa Training Area over the Memorial Day weekend.
Regents Approve Reduction of UH Tuition Increase
The University of Hawai’i Board of Regents approved a proposal by UH President David Lassner to reduce planned tuition increases.
Man Charged with 20 Offenses Following Handgun Threat
A Captain Cook man has been charged with 20 offenses in connection with a handgun threat and drug possession.
