East Hawai‘i News
AARP Offering Free Tax Preparation Assistance Beginning Feb. 2
Hawai’i taxpayers with low to moderate incomes may be eligible for AARP’s free tax preparation assistance.
State of the Judiciary Address
Hawai`i Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald delivered his State of the Judiciary address Wednesday morning.
USDA Accepting Broadband Service Grant Applications
The United States Department of Agriculture is seeking applicants for 2015 Community Connect program grants.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/28/15
The north margin breakout of the June 27 lava flow remains stalled. Officials say the flow has shown no advancement since Monday morning.
Lava Viewing Area Will be Suspended Indefinitely
The public lava viewing area at the Pahoa Transfer Station will be indefinitely suspended Feb. 1 so that the area can be converted back to its original purpose.
Hawai’i to Receive $11.62 Million from U.S. HUD
Senator Brian Schatz announced Monday that Hawai’i will receive $11.62 million from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/27/15
The “on-and-off again” pattern of the June 27 lava flows north margin breakout continues.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
A decrease in overall DUI related incidents has been seen so far in 2015, compared to numbers during the same time in 2014.
‘Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted’ Suspect Arrested
Isaac Kamalii, 28, who is being featured on “Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted,” was arrested Monday.
Night Swim Temporarily Suspended at Pahoa Pool
The County of Hawai’i Department of Parks and Recreation will temporarily suspend its pilot night swimming programming at Pahoa Community Aquatic Center beginning Tuesday.
Public Notice of Aircraft Use at HVNP
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park will conduct helicopter flights throughout the next month for various activities.
Governor Ige’s State of the State Address
Governor David Ige delivered his State of the State Address Monday morning to the 28th State Legislature.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/26/15
After being stalled for four days, the north margin breakout of the June 27 lava flow has advanced 50 yards in the past 24 hours.
Jaggar Museum Revises Operating Hours
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park has amended its operating hours for the Jaggar Museum.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/25/15
The active north breakout of the June 27 has shown no forward advancement for four days, but widening just behind the flow front continues.
Garrett Dahlin Charged in Hilo Fatal Stabbing
The Hawai’i Police Department has charged Garrett Dahlin with second-degree murder in connection to a fatal stabbing that occurred on Tuesday in Hilo.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/24/15
The June 27 lava flow’s recent advancing breakout continues to remain stalled. All other activity remains limited.
Elizabeth Fien Named FHVNP Executive Director
The Friends of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park has named Elizabeth Fien the organization’s first Executive Director.
Police Release Jan. 23 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
New Permit Rules for Commercial Recreation Water Operations
The Department of Land and Natural Resources announced Friday new rules regarding permits and fees for commercial recreational water operations.
