East Hawai‘i News
Keaau Teenager Missing Since May 23
Police are seeking the public’s help locating 16-year-old Zeana Chong.
County to Battle Little Fire Ants at Parks Islandwide
The Department of Parks and Recreation has received funding to hire up to three new employes who will work full-time to control the pest.
Meeting Next Week to Focus on Healthcare in Ka`u
The meeting on Saturday, July 19, is being held by the board of the East Hawaii Region of the state’s hospital system.
FBI Warning of Telephone ‘Jury Duty’ Scam
The bureau is saying people are being called and told they need to pay a fine to avoid arrest for missing federal jury duty.
Man Robbed in His Home in Hawaiian Beaches
The Puna man was punched in the face when he asked the suspects to give back his computer equipment and a cell phone.
Suspect in Sunday Morning Break-In Arrested Hours Later
Police said Henry Henry, 22, of Hilo left the Hilo home after being confronted by an occupant and was arrested less than four hours later.
Carvalho Park Keiki Programs Moving to Civic
The change to the Summer Fun offerings on Monday and Tuesday are necessary because of a temporary loss of water service at Gilbert Carvalho Park.
New Law Simplifies Calling While Driving
While it increases the penalty for violations, it also allows drivers to pull over to make a call and ends the requirement for a trip to court.
Police Ramping Up DUI Checkpoints, Patrols
Motorists are being urged to drive safely and sober during the three-day Fourth of July weekend.
Fireworks Events, Road Closures and Safety Reminders
Firework shows are on tap at three Big Island locations with the Hilo one requiring closings of roads around the bayfront area.
Police Release July 3 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Public Invited to Watch Keck Astronomers Study Milky Way
The observatory is allowing the public to tune in tonight during an observing run into our galaxy’s black hole.
Visiting Scientists Learning the Ways of Active Volcanoes
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is hosting visitors from 11 nations as they learn about instrumentation and techniques used to prepare for eruptions.
Meetings on Native Hawaiian Recognition Come to Big Island
The effort by the US Department of Interior to gather input on a possible formal relationship moves to Hilo tonight and to Waimea and Kona on Thursday.
‘Active Shooter’ Presentations in Waimea, Puna
Similar to events previously held by police in Kona and Hilo, the presentations are designed to increase individuals’ awareness of potential violent situations.
UPDATE: Schatz, Hanabusa Court Big Island Voters
The two appeared before a packed house at Hilo’s Sangha Hall for their second debate in the race to fill out the remaining term of the late Sen. Daniel Inouye.
Fugitive Arrested in Pepeekeo
Dale Daniel Arruda, an alleged parole violator who police had described as armed and dangerous, was arrested today without incident.
Kulani Correctional Facility Reopens Its Doors
The first 25 inmates are expected to arrive at the rural, minimum-security prison later this month.
Public Reminded About Laws Pertaining To Mopeds
Police are asking the public to be mindful that mopeds are to be afforded the same rights as other motor vehicles.
Ponahawai Street Repaving Starts Monday
The $1.2 million project extending from Kapiolani Street to Kamehameha Avenue is expected to be completed in early September, weather permitting.
