East Hawai‘i News
HPD, County Crack Down on Illegal Raves
The Hawai’i Police Department, along with the County of Hawai’i, crack down on illegal “rave” parties.
DOH Takes Over Medical Marijuana Program
The Hawai’i State Department of Health has officially taken over the State’s medical marijuana program from the Hawai’i State Department of Public Safety.
Kea’au Water Restriction Notice Lifted
The Department of Water Supply has lifted a water restriction advisory initiated on Jan. 16 following low to no water pressure in the Kea’au area.
Volunteers Needed for HVNP Forest Restoration Project
Volunteers are needed for a forest restoration project, organized by the Friends of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, scheduled for Feb. 6.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/21/15
The north margin breakout of the June 27 lava has not made any movement since it advanced 15 yards between Monday and Tuesday mornings.
Applications Sought for Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowship
Applications are being accepted for the Mellon-Hawai’i Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, which has produced 29 doctoral and postdoctoral scholars since 2008.
Second-Degree Murder Investigation Underway in Hilo Stabbing
Detectives are looking to identify two men who are wanted for questioning in the stabbing of a 43-year-old man Tuesday afternoon in Hilo.
Pahoa Community Aquatic Center Begins Night Swim Sessions
Hawai’i County Department of Parks and Recreations announced that the Pahoa Community Aquatic Center will test out new night swimming hours, beginning Wednesday.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
DUI arrests are down 30.7 percent during the same period as last year and major accidents are down by 53 percent.
Senator Brian Schatz Named in New Leadership Role
Senator Brian Schatz will serve as Ranking Member on the Subcommittee on Communication, Technology, Innovation, and the Internet.
Students to Reach the Moon in Space Act Agreement
A non-reimbursable Space Act Agreement could allow high school kids to make history by conducting the first student experiment on the Moon’s surface.
Hawai’i Ranked 45 in Overall Smoking Costs
Hawai’i has been ranked as the 45th most costly state when it comes to overall ranking of smoking costs, according to a recent study conducted by WalletHub.
Kaiser Permanente’s 10th Annual Day of Service
Kaiser Permanente participated in its 10th annual Day of Service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. More than 1,000 volunteers participated island-wide.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/20/15
The active and advancing north margin breakout of the June 27 lava flow has advanced 15 yards in the past 24 hours.
Veterans to Receive French Legion of Honour Award
Big Island veterans of the 442nd infantry’s 100th battalion will be recognized for their bravery 70 years after their daring rescue of a Texas battalion.
Hawai’i Forest and Trail Donates to HFI Crowdfunding Campaign
Hawai’i Forest and Trail founders Rob and Cindy Pacheco donated $5,500 to the Hawai’i Forest Industry Association and Hawai’i Forest Initiatives Crowdfund campaign.
Siren Test at King’s Landing Tuesday
Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency, in coordination with Hawai’i County Civil Defense, will conduct a siren test at King’s Landing in Hilo on Tuesday.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/19/15
Hawai’i County Civil Defense reported Monday morning that the advancing north margin breakout has shown no signs of advancement in the past 24 hours.
HFD: Unwanted, Illegal, and Damaged Firework Collection
Hawai’i County Fire Department Chief Darren Rosario announced that a collection of illegal, damaged, and unwanted fireworks will take place on Jan. 26.
Swimmer Rescued from Niikai Gulch
A 23-year-old woman was tended to after suffering an ankle injury caused by a fall at Niikai Gulch.
