East Hawai‘i News
County Looking to Expand Puna and Kona Parks
One property targeted under the county’s “Open Space” program is next to Ahalanui Park or Hot Pond; the other is across the street from White Sands beach.
UH-Hilo Chancellor’s Scholarships Awarded
Twelve Hawaii high school students, including seven from the Big Island, have been chosen to receive the scholarships covering four years of tuition.
UPDATE: No Sign of Opihi Picker Missing Along Kapoho Coast
The search for Peter Mahoe began Thursday after he was last observed that afternoon climbing down a cliff near the shoreline near Cape Kumakahi.
Tuesday is Deadline for Candidates to File for Office
The deadline to register to vote in the Aug. 9 primary election is July 10.
Police Release May 30 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Judge Orders Mental Exam for Stabbing Suspect
Judge Barbara Takase also granted a prosecutor’s motion for a no-bail order for Varaha Mims, who is accused of stabbing three people last week in Hilo.
Campaign Against Fireweed on Mauna Kea Continues
Volunteers are needed to control the invasive plant to reduce its impact on the mountain’s upper slopes.
Big Island’s Role in Apollo Missions Remembered
The Big Island’s volcanic landscape provided training opportunities for astronauts as far back as 1965, and continues to do so today.
PISCES Seeking Science-Minded Young Women
The Hilo-based space research facility is offering a free week-long science-based workshop for a dozen female high school sophomores and juniors.
Hawaii Has 80 New Laws; 161 Bills Await Action
Gov. Neil Abercrombie has until July 8 to veto or sign bills, and a June 23 deadline to inform lawmakers of any veto plans.
Public’s Help Sought Identifying Shoplifter
The image of a suspect allegedly taking a cell phone case was captured by a surveillance camera on April 17.
Household Hazardous Waste Collections in Hilo, Kona
Oil-based paints, automotive fluids, batteries and pesticides are among the waste that will be collected.
Mims Stabbed One Victim 26 Times, Police Say
Bail for Vahara Mims, who is accused of stabbing three people last week, was maintained at $500,000 pending a preliminary hearing Thursday.
NASA Takes Role on One Telescope; Future of Another Unclear
Ownership of the United Kingdom Infrared Telescope, or UKIRT, is being taken over by UH, but the future of the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope remains cloudy.
Attempted Murder Suspect Gibson Again Free on Bail
The man accused of a May 10 stabbing at 4-Mile Beach was released Friday from HCCC after posting $500,000, which was reduced by a judge that day from $700,000.
Puna Man Arrested for Failing to Report to Hale Nani
Aaron Nobriga has been charged with escape for failing to report to Hale Nani last November after being released on an extended work furlough.
Hilo Man Dead Following Crash Into Embankment
Police said alcohol may have been involved in the early-morning, one-vehicle crash on the Puainako Extension.
Prekindergarten Offered in Eight Big Island Schools
The schools will be available for eligible 4-year-olds who meet age and family income requirements.
Funding Released For Design of Waikoloa Library
Library patrons in Waikoloa Village currently must travel 17 miles to the Thelma Parker Library located in Waimea.
Bill Raising Hawaii’s Minimum Wage Signed Into Law
Act 82 incrementally raises the current rate of $7.25 an hour, which was set in 2007, to $10.10 an hour by Jan. 1, 2018.
