East Hawai‘i News
Missing Man, Infant Daughter Located Safe
The estranged husband had taken his daughter from home of relatives for a trip to Kona, but was not heard from until the following month.
16-Year-Old Hilo Boy Missing for Past Week
Delvionte “Devy” Cooper was last seen in Hilo on the morning of March 14.
UPDATE: New Flood Advisory Issued, This One for Ka`u
The National Weather Service issued a second flood advisory today, the latest involving heavy rain falling in Wood Valley and scheduled to remain in place until at least 4:30 p.m.
Police Release March 21 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
House Budget Big on Big Island
The House version of the state CIP budget, which will next be considered by the Senate, contains $436 million for projects in Hawaii County.
Fire Destroys Woodworking Shop in Fern Acres
Firefighters from the Keaau Fire Station were able to keep the blaze from spreading to a nearby house.
Pahoa Woman Missing Since March 6
Danielle Caron is 4-foot-11 tall, and known to frequent Keaau, Kalapana and other parts of Puna.
Hilo Woman Charged With Trafficking Meth
Police reported finding 26.1 grams of crystal methamphetamine along with paraphernalia associated with use and distribution of the drug at the woman’s residence in the 300 block of Hilinai Street.
Gov Releases Hilo Adult Day Center Funds
A new day center for Hilo’s seniors got a financial boost from the governor in the form of a $385,000 capital improvements grant.
UH Students Win Adopt-A-Beehive Awards
Three UH Hilo students were awarded scholarships by Chef Alan Wong’s “Adopt A Beehive With Alan Wong” program.
Mokulele Will Honor Its Flights Bought On Go!
The Kona-based interisland carrier will not be affected by the Go! closure and will honor its tickets that were purchased through Go!.
Police Have Burg Suspect on Surveillance Video
Police are looking for a man seen who entered a Kukuau Street home Sunday and took valuables while the occupants were in another part of the residence.
County Attacks Fire Ants At Richardson Ocean Park
The county is trying to combat colonies of the ‘little fire ants,’ which can cause a painful sting, at the popular beach park in Keaukaha.
Flood Advisory Issued for Hamakua Coast
The National Weather Service said moderate to heavy rain was occurring around Honoka`a, with the advisory expected to be in place until 8:15 p.m.
Kaiwiki Road Temporarily Closed for Bridge Repair
A piece of heavy equipment damaged the wooden planks on the one-lane bridge over Ma`ili Stream.
Weather Service Issues High Wind Watch for Weekend
Trade winds of 35 to 45 mph with gusts of up to 65 mph are expected, especially in leeward sections like South Kohala.
Police Release March 14 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Overlook Crater Anniversary Approaching
The ongoing eruption of Kilauea volcano experienced a major change with the opening on March 19, 2008 of a new crater at the volcano’s summit.
Kona Teen Missing Since Feb. 24
Police are asking for the public’s help locating 16-year-old Shellsea Gouiveia-Asuncion.
Hilo’s NAS Pool Closing Monday for Repairs
The pool located near the old terminal of Hilo International Airport is expected to reopen on Monday, March 31.
