East Hawai‘i News
CWRM Requests Public Input on Water Resource Protection Plan
The Commission on Water Resource Management is interested in public input as it updates the statewide Water Resource Protection Plan.
Keamuku Training Area Will Open for Weekend Hunting
Army officials will open Keamuku Training Area for mammal hunting on Saturday.
iCAN Skills Program Offered in Hilo
The iCAN program is designed to help individuals preparing for a new career or degree fine tune and improve necessary skills.
Red Cross Hawai’i Chapter Fundraising Auction
The Hawai’i Chapter of the American Red Cross is holding an online auction to raise funds.
NASA Public Talk at Kahilu Theatre
NASA Administrator Charles Bolden will discuss America’s space program at a free public talk at the Kahilu Theatre on March 13.
Gabbard Receives NACo County Alumni Award
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard was honored Tuesday by The National Association of Counties.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/25/15
Activity in downslope areas of the June 27 lava flow continues to show no change. Smoke conditions were reported as light Wednesday morning.
Security Breach Impacts HMSA Members
HMSA and Anthem members are being advised of a security breach that may have compromised their personal information.
Kamehameha Avenue Temporary Water Shut-Off
The Department of Water Supply will temporarily shut-off water along Kamehameha Avenue in Hilo Wednesday morning for the replacement of a fire hydrant.
‘Maddie’ Donation Bucket Stolen From Irie Hawai’i Pahoa
A man stole money being raised for an eight-year-old Pahoa girl in need of heart surgery Monday afternoon at the Pahoa Irie Hawai’i location.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
All DUI related statistics continue to remain down so far in 2015, with the exception of traffic fatalities.
UH-Hilo Offers Free Conflict Management Workshop
The University of Hawai’i at Hilo will host a conflict management workshop featuring internationally renowned mediator, speaker, and author Dr. Kenneth Cloke.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/24/15
Activity continues in the form of surface and margin breakouts from the June 27 lava flow. The north margin breakout is reportedly sluggish but widening.
Health Department Announces “Hawai’i Smiles” Dental Program
The Department of Health has launched a new dental surveillance program called Hawai’i Smiles.
Meth Trafficking Charge Leads to $1 Million Bail for Puna Man
A 31-year-old man is being held on bail following a search warrant that led to the discovery of 7.75 pounds of meth, weapons, and cash.
Banyan Drive Temporary Traffic Flow Change
Banyan Drive in Hilo will follow a one-way traffic pattern between both sides of Lihiwai Street on March 7.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/23/15
The north margin breakout of the June 27 lava flow has shown no advancement since Sunday morning. Officials say the breakout is moving sluggishly and is widening.
Pahoa House Fire Causes $130K in Damage
An overnight structure fire in Pahoa caused $130,000 in damage. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/22/15
The north margin breakout of the June 27 lava flow has advanced 20 yards since Saturday morning.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 2/21/15
The new north margin breakout of the June 27 lava flow has advanced 90 yards since Friday morning.
