East Hawai‘i News
DOE: More Students Prepared for College
A recent report shows that students in Hawai’i have made a steady, and in some cases, significant improvement in a variety of career readiness indicators.
Premera Cyber-Attack May Affect HMSA Members
HMSA members may have been impacted by the recent Premera Blue Cross database cyber-hack.
Man Charged with Arson in Ocean View Fire
A 60-year-old man has been charged with first-degree arson and first-degree property damage after burning down an Ocean View home Friday.
Clean-Up Project to Close Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Park
The Hilo Rotary Club will conduct a volunteer clean-up project at Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Park on Saturday March 28.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/23/15
Upslope breakouts of the June 27 lava flow were observed Monday morning as the downslope areas remain relatively quiet.
HMC Matched with New Residents
The Hilo Medical Center’s Hawai’i Island Family Medicine Residency Program will receive new residents from the National Resident Matching Program.
Scheduled Road Closures: March 23-27
The Department of Transportation has announced two roadway projects that will cause temporary road closures.
Aloha Exchange Club Names Officer, Fire Fighter of the Year
Fire Prevention Inspector Kyle Vares and Vice Officer Kelly Moniz have been honored as Fire Fighter and Officer of the Year, respectively.
HOVE Fire: Man Arrested After Admitting Arson
The Hawai’i County Fire Department responded to a Friday evening structure fire where they found a resident of the home who admitted to beginning the fire.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/21/15
Hawai’i County Civil Defense continues to observe minimal downslope activity as upslope activity continues.
Boy Lost on Kīlauea Iki Trail Recovered by Park Rangers
11-year-old rescued by park rangers at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Puna Man Wanted on No-Bail Bench Warrant
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a Puna man wanted on a no-bail bench warrant for violating probation.
Police Release March 20 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Weekend Turkey Hunting at PTA
Army officials will open several Pohakuloa Training Areas over the weekend for spring turkey hunting.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/20/15
June 27 lava flow upslope activity persists as the downslope region appears inactive.
YWCA to Honor Lucille Chung and Barry Taniguchi as ‘2015 Remarkable People’
Local business owners and community leaders to be honored at luncheon event.
Survey Reveals Opinions of Public School Principals
Individual think tank polls principals statewide to gain greater transparency in public school system.
Water Shut-Off Along Manono Street Next Week
The Department of Water Supply has announced a temporary water shut-off along Manono Street on Wednesday.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/19/15
The downslope portions of the June 27 lava flow continues to remain inactive as breakouts near the summit area continue.
BIPC Accepting Scholarship Applications
The Big Island Press Club is accepting applications for its 2015 scholarships.
