East Hawai‘i News
Yoshimoto: No Official Complaint on Kenoi Filed
Hawai’i County Board of Ethics attorney J Yoshimoto says no complaint has been filed with the board in regards to Mayor Kenoi’s county-issued credit card spending.
Aloha+ Challenge Dashboard Launched
The Aloha+ Challenge, established in September 2014, now has two of its six sustainability targets online for public viewing.
Hawai’i Senate Honors PVS and Inaugural Hōkūle’a Crew
The Senate honored 12 members of the original Hōkūleʻa voyage at the State Capitol on Monday.
Free Talk on Rat Lungworm Disease at UH Hilo April 15
Dr. Susan Jarvi of pharmacy college to lecture on preventative measures on disease, as well as latest in education and research efforts.
HPD Seeking Identity of Woman Wanted for Questioning
Unidentified woman sought by police for questioning in connection with Hilo theft.
PISCES Selected for $4.2 Million NASA Project
Hilo-based space agency one of several organizations selected to participate in project determining habitability of the Red Planet.
HVO Update on Upslope June 27 Breakouts
One of the three breakouts near Puʻu ʻŌʻō has shown an increase in activity over the past week, according to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
Deceased UH Hilo Student Honored Through Writing Award
Dr. Stephen and Gloria Gainsley establish award remembering Matthew Therrien’s legacy of creativity, inspiration, and service.
County Prosecutor Won’t Handle Kenoi Investigation
County of Hawai’I Prosecuting Attorney Mitch Roth cited potential impropriety in his decision to not pursue the investigation into Mayor Billy Kenoi’s p-Card spending.
Mauna Kea Hui of Protectors Gain Support
A well-known surfer and a pair of Hawaiian actors have joined the Mauna Kea Hui of Protectors’ cause as work on the Thirty Meter Telescope prepares to begin.
Hawai’i Teacher for Change Caucus Nominations
Candidates for the Hawai’i State Teachers Association have been announced by the Hawai’i Teachers for Change Caucus.
DOE: Keonepoko Elementary to Reopen
The State of Hawai’i Department of Education announced Monday that Keonepoko Elementary will reopen in the Fall.
Red Cross Seeks Pahoa Area Volunteers
The Hawai’i Chapter of the American Red Cross is seeking volunteers in the Pahoa area.
Elections Commission Meeting Tuesday
Big Island residents are invited to attend the State of Hawai’i Elections Commission meeting through videoconference at the Hilo State Office Building Tuesday.
Scheduled Road Closures: April 6-10
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced road closures for the week of April 6.
PHOTOS: Total Lunar Eclipse – April 4, 2015
Last night’s lunar phenomenon is the shortest eclipse since 1529, making it the shortest total lunar eclipse of the 21st century. According to the Bishop…
Family and Friends Seek Support for Waiakea High School Senior
Seventeen-year-old in coma after suffering a heart-attack while playing basketball.
Hospice of Hilo’s Annual ‘Celebration of Life’ May 2
Commemoration event in Hilo to feature “walk to remember” and lantern ceremony to remember loved ones.
Senate Confirms DOD Adjutant General
Brigadier General Arthur “Joe” Logan was confirmed as the Adjutant General of the Department of Defense Thursday.
