East Hawaii News
Big Isle teen runs away again and police want to know if you have seen him
16-year-old King J. Kehoe was reported as a runaway just 3 days after police located him in connection with another report of him running away at the end of October.
Business Monday: Veteran transitions from Army chemical operations to Big Island farmer
With support from Hoʻola Farms, U.S. Army veteran Amanda Cox finds her roots in agribusiness as she develops I Ka Ua Farm.
Big Island students are recognized for essays about volunteering in their community
Two students were awarded $500 for their essays about their volunteer service and connecting it with their specific communities.
State trying to purchase 9 acres of private land to expand Hilo Harbor
The state is trying to acquire five parcels of land for a needed expansion of the Big Island’s most important harbor, but it would mean relocating about 15 businesses and a church.
Temporary closure continues for Mauna Loa Road in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Survey, drilling and soil sampling work is underway as the initial step of a project to improve the safety and accessibility of the scenic roadway; however, some access will be provided.
Top 10 things to do on the Big Island for Nov. 7-13: Kona Coffee Cultural Festival continues, Honoka‘a Renaissance Faire goes medieval, extravaganza kicks off holidays in Waimea and more
After this week, we’re sure everybody could use a simple does of good old-fashioned fun. The Big Island is here to oblige. Check out the top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!
Update: One of two suspects in Hilo burglary identified, arrested and charged
47-year-old Sheldon Pagan of Hilo is charged with second-degree burglary, second-degree theft and third-degree criminal property damage in connection with the early morning Sept. 15 incident at a business in the 100 block of Kalanianaʻole Street.
Big Isle man accused of stealing ATV from Kea‘au High School in August now charged with theft of trailer from Pāhoa school
28 year-old Ha‘aheo Chan of Mountain View faces thef, drug and firearm charges after Hawai‘i Island police recovered a trailer reported stolen from the campus of Hawaiʻi Academy of Arts and Science Public Charter School and executed a search warrant in a bedroom thought to be Chan’s at a Sandalwood Drive residence in Pāhoa.
Joining forces to prevent suicide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is partnering with the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa and other state, local, military, public and private sector in an effort to advance the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention and Federal Action Plan by answering the call to care, connect and collaborate with other traditional and non-traditional partners.
Do you know where to find this 45-year-old Hilo man?
Kenneth Rose was last seen at 5 p.m. Nov. 5 in the Wainaku area of Hilo, wearing a blue jersey, black shorts and a green cap.
Update: Flood watch canceled for Big Island
Flash flooding and potential for a few thunderstorms in forecast through this afternoon as deep tropical moisture stalled over Kauaʻi Channel combines with passing disturbance aloft.
Have you seen runaway 16-year-old Kiely-Ann Hall?
Hall was last seen at about 2 p.m. Nov. 3 on Waiānuenue Avenue in Hilo, wearing a white bikini top with a black palm tree pring, black bike shorts and a gray hooded jacket.
Suspect sought in Downtown Hilo burglary
South Hilo patrol officers responded at about 2:40 a.m. Oct. 10 to a report of an alarm at a business in the 400 block of Manono Street. Officers determined a male suspect entered the business, removed numerous pieces of merchandise and fled the scene.
Rain, rain here to stay for windward Big Island
A plume of tropical moisture combined with a low level trough and an upper level trough look to all line up to bring the best chance of heavy rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms to windward Big Island today through Tuesday, with a cold front stalling over the state later this week bringing a period of wet trade winds.
General Election Nov. 5: There is still time to drop off your ballot or vote in-person
For those with mail-in ballots still to deposit, there are 10 receptacles and two Voter Service Centers for ballot envelopes that will be accepted until 7 p.m. on Tuesday.
Hawai’i P-20 hosts virtual and in-person college planning events for high school students
Virtual and in-person workshops are available for students in need of assistance with college planning and scholarship applications in November.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 1-6: Still got some energy after Halloween? We hope so; there’s other fun to be had
From the opening reception for the 16th annual installment of a popular multi-media art exhibit celebrating the beloved island we all call home and a couple of events celebrating the Day of the Dead to a dose of cuteness to help Big Island kitties in need and other events in between, there is no lack of entertainment as November begins.
The Salvation Army is ringing the bell to call for volunteers this holiday season
The Salvation Army is asking for the community to lend a hand by volunteering to ring the Red Kettle bell at 11 Big Island locations this year.
UH Mānoa: New study reveals methane-rich crust on Titan could hold clues to life
Saturn’s largest moon, Titan, may offer new insights into planetary atmospheres, climates, and even the potential for life beyond Earth.
Hawaiʻi police dispatcher honored for empathy and reliability
Police Communications Officer Leeann Tehero, who has been a top performer in the quality and quantity of her work throughout her 9 years with the Hawai’i Police Department, was named Dispatcher of the Quarter for the third quarter of 2024.
