East Hawai‘i News
E.B. de Silva Elementary Awarded National Recognition
E.B. de Silva Elementary School receives attention as it is one of 337 schools in the nation recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School.
New Outdoor Warning Sirens to be Tested Thursday
The new sirens are part of a state project to fill coverage gaps and modernize ways of getting warning messages out to the community.
Search Underway for Missing Man Near Pohoiki
The missing man, 65-year-old Charles Rosecranes, reportedly fell off of an outdoor skiff early Wednesday morning.
Federal Funding to Aid HCC Job-Training Programs
$10 million in federal funding is being awarded to community colleges across the state for job training programs, including Hawaii Community College.
DUI Arrests Fall Further Below Last Year’s Numbers
DUI arrests are down over 11 percent from 2013 (as of Sept. 28). Major traffic accidents, however, are still above last year’s numbers.
June 27 Lava Flow Advances 100 Yards at Breakout Point
No evacuations have been ordered, and no updated timetable has been given for when the June 27 lava flow could impact Puna roads and communities.
Fire Ant Treatment to Temporarily Close Two Hilo Parks
Mālama Park and Waiākeawaena Park in Hilo will both temporarily close for fire ant treatment.
After Week-Long Stall, June 27 Lava Flow In Motion
The June 27 lava flow front advanced 25 yards between Saturday and Sunday, while a breakout flow upslope moved about 30 yards.
High Surf Causes Partial Closure of Bayfront Highway
A high surf advisory is posted for East facing shores until 6 pm Saturday. Bayfront Highway between Pauahi Street and Waianuenue Avenue was closed early Friday afternoon.
Free Legal Help Clinic Saturday for Puna Residents
Volunteer attorneys will be providing free legal help to Puna residents affected by Hurricane Iselle or the lava flow at Kea’au High School and Mt. View Gym.
Record Temperature Set in Hilo Thursday
Thursday’s high temperature reached 90 degrees in Hilo, and conditions through the weekend aren’t expected to give residents much of a reprieve from the heat.
HI-SEAS: 8 Month Mars Simulation Crew Recruited
The University of Hawaii announces the crew for the third HI-SEAS mission.
June 27 Lava Front Stalls; Breakout Flow Moves Northeast
While the front of the June 27 lava flow has stalled, a breakout flow is being monitored several hundred yards upslope.
Autopsy Ordered After Apparent Drowning at Punalu’u Beach
The victim, 53-year-old Reginald Awaa, was diving with family when he apparently drowned.
HPD to Set One-Way Traffic Pattern During SJS Country Fair
The one-way pattern will affect Kapiolani Street between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4.
Police Arrest 11 Last Week for DUI Offenses
Whie DUI arrests remain down from last year, major traffic accidents are still beyond last year’s numbers by over 12 percent.
Lava Flow Update For Monday, Sept.22
Hawai’i County officials report the June 27 lava flow has not advanced since Sunday.
UPDATE: Kaawa Flats Now Open
Route 11 between the 58 and 59 mile markers in the Kau district is closed due to flooding. Heavy rains continue in the area.
UPDATE: Lava Flow Update For Saturday, Sept. 20
According to information from the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, the flow front has slowed considerably over the past day.
