East Hawaii News
Runaway Pāhoa Teen Located in Good Health
Police say 16-year-old Lilinoe Ferreira was found in Pāhoa.
UH-Hilo Women’s Soccer: Retsky Named PacWest Defender of The Week
A member of the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo women’s soccer team has earned accolades for her performance on the field last week.
Career Opportunities Ahead: County to Host Online Job Fairs
Do you have aspirations to become a firefighter or police officer? Do you want to work in the fields of parks and recreation? Hawaiʻi County might have opportunities for you.
UH-Hilo Women’s Volleyball to Open PacWest Conference Slate
It’s back to the court this weekend for the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo women’s volleyball team, which opens Pacific West Conference play with back-to-back home matches in Hilo against in-state rivals Hawai‘i Pacific University and Chaminade University of Honolulu.
Hawaiʻi Isle Police Activities League Endless Summers Basketball Tourney Results
Teams from throughout the state recently came to the Big Island for a youth basketball tournament hosted by the Hawai’i Police Department.
Boy Scout Partners With Police Officer, Others to Complete Eagle Scout Project
A Big Island Boy Scout with aspirations to become an Eagle Scout recently completed a beautification project with assistance from an officer with the Hawai‘i Police Department and other volunteers.
Lanes Switched on Kalanianaʻole Avenue in Keaukaha For Paving
A new traffic pattern is in effect for a roadway under construction in Hilo.
Puna Man Charged in Connection With Alleged ATV Robbery
A Big Island man faces charges in connection with an incident earlier this month involving the alleged robbery of an all-terrain vehicle.
Grand Naniloa to Host Cultural Celebration to Commemorate Birthday of Queen Liliʻuokalani
The Grand Naniloa Hotel in Hilo, in partnership with the county, will honor the birthday of Queen Liliʻuokalani this weekend.
Hawai‘i Police Department Announces Promotions of Eight Officers
The promotions were effective Sept. 1.
Volcano Watch: Recent Eruptions in Iceland Sparked Interest Far And Wide
Footage of Iceland’s Fagradalsfjall eruption on Reykjanes Peninsula in 2021 showed glowing lava flows and bubbling cones that were evocative of Hawaiian eruptions.
Nanue Bridge Weight Restriction to Be Lifted
The state Department of Transportation at noon Friday, Sept. 2, will lift the temporary 12-ton posted weight limit for the Nanue Bridge on Hawai’i Belt Road (Highway 19) at milepost 18.5.
UH-Hilo Women’s Soccer Begins 2022 Campaign This Week
The University of Hawai‘i at Hilo women’s soccer team opens its 2022 season Thursday, Sept. 1, with a matchup against Cal State East Bay on O‘ahu at Chaminade University’s Saint Louis Field.
HI-5 Redemption Center at Volcano Transfer Station to Close
It looks like residents of the Volcano area will need to find a new place to take their recyclables.
Police: Child Killed in Apparent Gun Accident
Big Island police are investigating following an apparent gun accident during the weekend that involved a child.
Hilo Community Players Invites Community to Disney in The Park
The community is cordially invited to a tea party picnic in the park this weekend in Hilo.
Group Seeks Funds For Preservation of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge
A group dedicated to managing and preserving nearly 33,000 acres of native montane rain forest on the windward slopes of Maunakea, including the endangered birds that live there, is asking the community to assist with its efforts by donating to the cause.
New Heights: Cop on Top Returns to Raise Funds And Awareness For Special Olympics Hawai‘i
It takes dedication, effort and sweat — and they have all of them in abundance.
UH-Hilo Women’s Soccer Voted Preseason No. 2
The University of Hawai‘i at Hilo women’s soccer team set the benchmark last year, laying claim as Co-Pacific West Conference Champions. Now, a target is on their backs.
