East Hawai‘i News
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.
Weekly DUI Stats: 28 Arrested on Big Island Roads
DUI arrests are down 10.5 percent as compared to this time last year. Major accidents, however, are still up by 11.4 percent.
June 27 Lava Flow May Reach Apa’a St. in 16 Days
As of Monday, the June 27 lava flow is estimated to be about 1.1 miles away from Apa’a St. in a straight line distance and 1.7 miles from Pahoa Village Road.
E.B. de Silva Recognized as a Strive HI School
E.B. de Silva Elementary school has received recognition as one of 15 elementary schools to earn the Strive HI Performance award from the Hawai’i State DOE.
Governor Candidate Forum Set for Hilo
A Gubernatorial candidate forum will be held at Sangha Hall on Thursday, Oct. 9.
Treatment of Fire Ants to Close Big Island Parks
The Hawai’i County Department of Parks and Recreation has scheduled fire ant treatments at a number of Big Island parks.
UPDATE: HFD Contains Brush Fire Mauka of Hwy 130
Members of the Hawai`i County Fire Department have set up two fire breaks to protect the fire from affecting nearby structures.
