East Hawai‘i News
11 A.M. UPDATE: Ana Closing In on Hurricane Status
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center says that a Hurricane Watch may be issued for a portion of the island chain sometime Wednesday afternoon or evening.
HVO: Lava Could Reach Apa’a St. on Nov. 1
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory officials say that based on the lava’s average movement of 81 yards per day in the past week, lava could reach Apa’a St. by Nov. 1.
Cleanup to Close Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Park
The East Hawai’i Rotary Clubs will conduct a volunteer cleanup at Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Park in Hilo on Oct. 18, causing the park to close for the day.
Hilo Man Arrested After Incident on Japan Airlines Flight
Michael Tanouye, 29, could face life in federal prison for an attempted sexual assault incident on a Japan Airlines plane Saturday.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown: 18 Arrested
DUI arrests are down 10.9 percent as compared to last year, while major accidents continue to increase.
Arc of Hilo Improvements to Cause Saturday Water Shut-Off
The water interruption will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. this Saturday.
UPDATE: Tropical Storm Ana Gaining Strength
As of 5 a.m., Tropical Storm Ana is located about 885 miles ESE of Hilo and 945 miles ESE of Kailua-Kona.
Haili Christian School Burglarized Over the Weekend
Items stolen from the private school include cameras, ukuleles, a bible, and cash.
June 27 Lava Flow Nearly a Half-Mile from Pahoa
The front of the lava flow advanced approximately 75-85 yards since Sunday.
Two-C Could Become Hurricane by Wednesday
Forecasters say that warm water and other factors may keep the storm from diminishing before it closes in on the islands.
New Policy on E-Cigs to Mirror Regular Cigarette Ban
Electronic cigarettes are now prohibited in all State government buildings. The new policy will mirror the current law for regular combustible cigarettes.
Tropical Depression Two-C East-Southeast of the Islands
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center says that there is an 80 percent chance that Two-C becomes a tropical cyclone.
New Front Formed in June 27 Kilauea Lava Flow
One of two lava breakouts has advanced 60 yards to take the front of the June 27 Kilauea lava flow.
Hundreds Gather at Puna Lava Flow Meeting
Topics addressed in Thursday’s informational meeting include the status of the Pahoa Post Office, access to health care, and the current movement of the June 27 Kilauea lava flow.
Police Release Oct. 10 List of Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the persons sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
‘Āhalanui Park Closed for Cleanup and Repairs
The Hawai’i County Department of Parks and Recreation has temporarily closed ‘Āhalanui Park for cleanup and repairs to damaged areas of the park.
Video Surveillance Leads to Arrest of Mt. View Man
Kawai Pomroy, 30, was charged with burglary in connection to a August break-in.
HPD Locates Hawaiian Beaches Burglary Suspect
Josiah Konanui, 35, was arrested Friday and charged in a burglary that happened last year in Hawaiian Beaches.
Pana’ewa Zoo Playground to Close for Upgrades
The Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo and Garden’s children’s playground equipment will temporarily close while the playground surface is upgraded to a synthetic turf safety system.
Active Shooter Presentation to be Held in Nāʻālehu
The presentation, held in Nāʻālehu on Oct. 21, is one of a series of talks presented island-wide this year.
