East Hawai‘i News
Island Princess Macadamia Nut Facility Break-In
Police are investigating a break-in at the Island Princess Macadamia Nut Facility in Kea’au.
Police-Involved Shooting in Puna Under Investigation
A Hawai’i Police Department officer fired a shot at a stolen vehicle as it sped towards officers in a threatening manner Tuesday afternoon.
Air Quality in Pahoa Monitored by Temporary Devices
Three temporary air quality monitors have been installed in the Pahoa proximity. Information from the devices is available online for the public.
Pahoa’s Malama Mart Gas N Go to Close Tuesday
Malama Mart Gas N Go will close Tuesday night at 6 p.m. ahead of potential impact from the June 27 lava flow, which is approximately a mile away from the area.
Lava Viewing in Pahoa Ready for the Public
The County of Hawai’i is ready to open the Pahoa Transfer Station for public viewing beginning Wednesday, Dec. 17.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Twenty-one motorists were arrested for driving under the influence between Dec. 8 and Dec. 14. DUI arrests overall remain down by 13.1 percent from 2013.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 12/16/14
The June 27 lava flow has advanced 275 yards since Monday and is about 1 mile from the Pahoa Marketplace vicinity.
UPDATE: Malama Market in Pahoa Closing Thursday
Business owners in the Pahoa Marketplace are preparing for the potential impact of the June 27 lava flow as it nears, just over a mile away.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 12/15/14
The active June 27 lava flow has advanced about 300 yards since Sunday and is currently 1.2 miles from the Pahoa Marketplace area.
Lifeguard Tower Replacement Will Close Honoli’i
Honoli’i Beach Park and Bayfront Beach will be closed Wednesday morning for the replacement of the lifeguard tower by the Hawai’i Fire Department.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 12/14/14
The active June 27 lava flow front has advanced about 300 yards in the past 24 hours. The flow is currently 1.4 miles from the Pahoa Village Marketplace area.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 12/13/14
The active June 27 lava flow is currently 1.7 miles from the Highway 130 and Pahoa Village Road intersection and has advanced about 225 yards since Friday.
Gov. Ige Appoints New DOH Director
Governor Ige has named Dr. Virginia “Ginny” Pressler as the State’s new Department of Health Director.
Furlough Inmate Returned to HCCC
Tasha Gardner, a Hawai’i Community Correctional Center furlough inmate. has been arrested and returned to HCCC after skipping her scheduled check-in on Nov. 25.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 12/12/14
Having advanced 350 yards in the past 24 hours, the active June 27 lava flow front is 1.8 miles from the intersection of Highway 130 and Pahoa Village Road.
East Hawai’i Officers of the Month Honored
The Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawai’i has named Bryson Miyose “Officer of the Month” for November and Kaeo Drummondo “Officer of the Month” for December.
Broken Insulator Causes Power Outage Near Hilo Life Care Center
Hawai’i Electric Light says 1,040 customers lost power on the upper portion of West Kawailani Street in Hilo at 8:45 a.m. Thursday.
HPD “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Campaign Begins
Big Island Police will be buckling down on motorists driving under the influence over the holidays as part of the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 12/11/14
The June 27 lava flow has advanced about 340 yards in the past 24 hours and is following a steepest level of descent that takes it towards Pahoa Market Place.
Flight Schedules Released for Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
Hawai’i Volcano National Park officials have announced flight plans for the remainder of 2014 and into early 2015.
