East Hawai‘i News
UPDATE: Another Strong Earthquake, Still No Tsunami Threat
The second tremor, in the Aleutians, was initially listed with a magnitude of 7.1 and later upgraded to 8.0, and followed one of 7.2 magnitude in New Zealand.
UPDATE: Charges Filed in Puna Marijuana Bust
The two were arrested after police seized more than 800 marijuana plants and nearly seven pounds of dried marijuana at their HPP home.
2011 Death in Hilo Reclassified a Murder
The case involves the lifeless body of 20-year-old Sommer Ferreira which was found in laundry room of her Wainaku residence.
Forestry Group Launches Reforestation Initiative
The Hawaii Forest Industry Association is marking its 25th anniversary with the “Mahalo Aina: Give Back to the Forest” initiative.
Govt. Workers Union Issues Endorsements for Primary Election
The union representing state and county white-collar workers declined to make a selection in the governor’s race or for several Big Island legislative seats.
HI-5 Redemption Center Schedules Changing July 1
The new hours for all 10 centers will be 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., without a closing for lunch.
Police Release June 20 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Mail Carriers’ Food Drive Tops Half-Million Pounds
Hilo carriers brought in more than 33,000 pounds of food during last month’s “Stamp Out Hunger” campaign benefiting the Food Bank.
Police Looking to ID Couple in Theft Case
The man and the woman are wanted for questioning in an incident that occurred May 6 in Hilo.
Construction Will Prevent Bayfront Turns Overnight Sunday
Work on the traffic signal at the Pauahi Strteet-Kamehameha Avenue intersection will be done from 7 p.m. Sunday to 5 a.m. Monday.
Faucets, Copper Pipe Stolen at Hilo Beach Park
The plumbing in bathrooms was repaired by noon the following day, but it will take a little longer to get the outside drinking fountains working again.
Obama Administration Considering Hawaiian Trust Relationship
The Department of Interior will be holding public meetings to gather input on the matter of native Hawaiian governance.
Schatz, Hanabusa to Debate at Hilo’s Sangha Hall
The event is currently the only forum scheduled on the Big Island for the two candidates seeking to fill the remaining term of the late Sen. Daniel Inouye.
Sierra Club Makes Endorsements in Aug. 9 Primary
The environmental group has released its picks of favored candidates in federal, state and county races.
Forum on Energy Issues Set for Tuesday in Kona
State Rep. Nicole Lowen will lead the discussion to include representatives of HELCO, the Blue Planet Foundation and the state agency DBEDT.
New Perimeter Fencing Planned for Hilo’s Airport
The $2.2 million federal grant is part of more than $8.6 million allotted recently for improvements at Hilo International Airport.
Richardson Ocean Park to Close for Ant Treatment
The closure at 2 p.m. Thursday will allow the county Department of Parks and Recreation to apply bait aimed at little fire ant colonies.
State Librarian Richard Burns Retiring
The state library system has made significant advances into the digital age under his tenure, expanding offerings of e-books, e-magazines and internet service.
UPDATE: Missing Maui Woman Located on Hawaiʻi Island
Police say Halley Leah Ries, 28, of Haʻikū, Maui is reportedly with her two daughters, ages 5 and 8 months, and may be operating a gray 2014 Nissan four-door sedan, license ZBN509.
