East Hawai‘i News
UPDATE: TMT Postpones Construction
Construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope will remain halted until April 20, Governor David Ige’s office announced Saturday.
Suspect at Large in Puna Officer-Involved Shooting
The Hawai’i Police Deparment is searching for a suspect who drove a vehicle towards an officer in Mountain View. The officer fired shots toward the vehicle.
Kamuela Man Reported Missing
Police are searching for 60-year-old Michael Fromme of Kamuela who was last seen on Tuesday, April 7.
Puna Man Arrested and Charged with 11 Offenses
21-year-old Isaac Rosa arrested and charged after being stopped for driving a suspicious vehicle.
OHA’s Stance on TMT Questioned
Office of Hawaiian Affairs trustee Rowena Akana says her office is looking into the organization’s statement made in 2009 supporting TMT atop Mauna Kea.
State Launches Ad to Assist Homeowners Facing Foreclosure
State-issued PSA encourages homeowners facing foreclosure to contact a state-certified counselor, and to be wary of rescue scams.
Senate Confirms DOH Director and Deputy
Senate unanimously confirms Dr. Virginia Pressler as director of DOH; reconfirms acting deputy director Keith Yamamoto.
‘Wonder’ Voted as 2015 Nene Award Winner
Hawai’i students in fourth, fifth, and sixth grade voted “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio as the 2015 Nene Award recipient.
USPS Offers Limited Late Collection on Tax Day
The Hilo Airport Post Office, Kailua-Kona Post Office, and the Kamuela Post Office will all offer a late pick-up Tax Day-specified box on April 15.
Police Release April 9 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
PTA to Host Weekend Mammal Hunting
Training areas will be opened by Army officials at Pohakuloa Training Area over the weekend for hunting of mammals.
2015 Merrie Monarch: Miss Aloha Hula Results
Jasmine Kaleihiwa Dunlap of Hula Halau ‘O Kamuela was crowned Miss Aloha Hula of the 52nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival Thursday evening.
Military Convoys Scheduled for Friday and Monday
Oahu-based service members will convoy the roads between Pohakuloa Training Area and Kawaihae Harbor on Friday and Monday.
Hilo Man Charged After Using Stolen Credit Card
25-year-old Chad Wright charged after attempting to return items purchased with a stolen credit card.
HVNP Offers ‘Junior Ranger’ Certification to Kick-off National Park Week
Park offers junior ranger certification to kids in celebration of National Park centennial.
Charity Walk Aims to Raise Funds for Hawai‘i Charities
Charity Walk event to raise funds for Big Island charities on Saturday, May 9.
Hawaii Environmental Council Releases 2014 Annual Report
Report identifies top environmental priorities for state and outlines sustainability goals.
UPDATE: Puʻu ʻŌʻō Crater Eruption Created Small Flow
An eruption on the south edge of Puʻu ʻŌʻō created a small lava flow on the crater’s floor Tuesday. It continues to remain active.
HPD: Man Last Seen Two Years Ago Sought
The Hawai’i Police Department says that a man last seen two years ago at his Mountain View home was reported missing on March 20.
Maui Ethics Board to Take Over Kenoi Complaints
The County of Hawai’i Board of Ethics is the latest county agency to step away from the investigation of Mayor Billy Kenoi’s p-card spending.
