East Hawai‘i News
Convoy Scheduled in Hilo Area Beginning Wednesday
Military convoys of Oahu-based service members will travel the roads between Keaukaha Military Reserve beginning Wednesday.
Volunteers Tally Whales in 20th Anniversary Sanctuary Ocean Count
Nearly 900 participants join in second event of three to protect endangered species.
Missing Extended Furlough Inmate Turns Himself In
Jason Cantan voluntarily turns himself in at HCCC in HIlo.
Overnight Water Shut-Off Scheduled for South Hilo
The Department of Supply has announced an overnight water shut-off beginning Friday in South Hilo.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/2/15
No changes have been reported in the downslope areas of the June 27 lava flow. Hawai’i County Civil Defense reported light smoke conditions Monday.
Hilo Police-Involved Shooting Under Investigation
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating an officer-related shooting that occurred in downtown Hilo late Saturday night.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/1/15
No advancement has been observed in the lower portions of the June 27 lava flow as activity continues upslope.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/28/15
Hawai’i County Civil Defense noted no changes in downslope areas of the June 27 lava flow. Hawaiian Volcano Observatory provided a detailed report following its Friday overflight.
Pair Charged in Pahoa Burglary
The Hawai’i Police Department has arrested and charged Naomi R. Fenebock and Blane A. Gracida in connection to a burglary incident on Wednesday.
Police Charge Hilo Man in Multiple Hilo Burglaries
The Hawai’i Police Department has charged Keenan Acia with various offenses stemming from a series of burglaries in Hilo.
New Episode of ‘Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted’ Airs Friday
A new episode of “Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted” will air Friday evening featuring three Big Island men being sought by police.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/27/15
Hawai’i County Civil Defense continues to report no change in downslope activity as surface breakouts continue just upslope.
Police Release Feb. 27 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Officer Lee Named East Hawai’i ‘Officer of the Month’
Officer Jenny Lee has been named East Hawai’i “Officer of the Month” for the month for February.
Police Arrest Pair in Pahoa Fundraiser Theft
The Hawai’i Police Department arrested two individuals in connection to a fundraising theft at Irie Hawai’i in Pahoa that occurred Monday.
Amendment Proposed to Federal Tsunami Act
U.S. Senator Brian Schatz announced an amendment to the Tsunami Warning, Education, and Research Act of 2015, H.R. 34.
Temporary Water Shut-Off Along Kamehameha Avenue
Water service will temporarily be shut-off along Kamehameha Avenue in Hilo Friday between Pauahi Street and the Wailoa Fisheries Research Station.
Hawai’i Electric Light Selects Ormat as New Geothermal Provider
Hawai’i Electric Light has selected Ormat as its new geothermal energy provider following a competitive bidding process.
Parker Students Among Finalists in Congressional Art Competition
Five Parker School students are the only Big Island students among 23 finalists in the Hawai’i 2nd Congressional District’s Kaha Ki’i Art Competition.
