East Hawai‘i News
DOE Offers Tips for Now-Mandatory Kindergarten
The state this year made kindergarten mandatory for those 5 years of age as of July 31 and funded pre-kindergarten programs for younger keiki.
Man Wanted for Questioning in Hilo Burglary
Police are looking for Brandon Torres, who is known to frequent Hilo, in connection with a June 1 burglary on Kimo Place.
Big Island Hospital Executive Resigning
Howard Ainsley, CEO of the East Hawaii Region of the state’s hospital system, is leaving to take a post at a North Carolina hospital.
North Hawaii Community Hospital Participating in RIMPAC
The Waimea hospital will work with other hospitals to test communication and coordination of humanitarian assistance and disaster relief efforts.
Drive-Thru Voter Registration Offered Today, Thursday
The service is being offered in Hilo, Pahoa and Kailua-Kona today and on Thursday, the final day for voters to register for the Aug. 9 primary election.
Carvalho Summer Fun Events to Stay at Civic All Week
Because of delays in plumbing repairs, keiki activities usually held at Gilbert Carvalho Park will not return there until Monday, July 14.
New $5.9M Waiakea Uka Fire Station Moving Forward
The new Haihai Fire Station, which is expected to be completed by the end of 2015, will replace the Kawailani Fire Station which has run out of room to expand.
Governor, Mayors and OHA Commit to Sustainability
The declaration “Aloha+ Challenge: A Culture of Sustainability – He Nohona `Ae`oia” sets goals in six areas to be achieved by 2030.
80-Year-Old Puna Man Victim of Home Invasion
Police said a man brandishing what appeared to be a firearm threatened the Hawaiian Paradise Park resident and fled with cash.
Kurisu, Other Big Islanders Resign From State Boards
The KTA executive was among at least three Big Island residents resigning volunteer positions in the wake of a new law making financial disclosure forms public.
Accreditation Group Endorses Pharmacy School
The American Council for Pharmacy Education has notified it that recent funding for a permanent home means it meets all 30 standards for pharmacy schools.
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.
