East Hawai‘i News
Fire Destroys Puna Home, Elderly Occupants Injured
Fire department inspectors are trying to determine the cause of the fire that destroyed the home on Opeapea Street, also known as Road 7, in Hawaiian Acres.
Kona Man Sought in Domestic Abuse Case
Moala Kuahuia Kaupu, 21, of Kailua-Kona has both ears pierced and a scripture tattoo on an inner forearm.
Police Release Jan. 10 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Park Pipe Replacement a Steamy Subject
A project to replace a water main to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is providing new temporary steam vents along Crater Rim Drive.
Ka`u Physician Appointed to Fill Coffman’s House Seat
Dr. Richard Creagan, like Big Island Sen. Josh Green, is an emergency room physician as well as a farmer who has also served as an educator and researcher.
New Hawaii Plant Pest: Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle
State agriculture officials are warning the public to be on the lookout for the palm predator, which so far has only been found on Oahu.
Like Year Before, Big Island Was Dry in 2013
For the past two years, only a single rain gauge on the Big Island has reached the average amount of precipitation.
Vote Precursor to Study of Geothermal Health Effects
The Windward Planning Commission voted to hire a claims adjustor who will consider the funding of interim projects as well as a comprehensive health study.
Fire Damages Home in Puna Subdivision of Hawaiian Beaches
The fire department is investigating the cause of the fire centered in a bedroom of the home on Nehu Street.
Police Community Meeting Set for Jan. 23 in Honokaʻa
The meeting is designed to allow residents of the Hamakua community an opportunity to meet police officers and to discuss any concerns.
UH-Hilo Land Addition Gets Green Light
The University of Hawaii at Hilo’s eventual use of the 46.3 acres of new land won’t be determined until the school’s 18-year-old long-range plan is updated.
Wind Advisory Issued for Big Island Today
The gusty winds are being produced by a low-pressure system approaching from the northeast, which also creates a slight chance of thunderstorms this afternoon.
Hawaii Judiciary Seeking Court Interpreters
Court interpreter applicants must attend a two-day workshop, two of which are scheduled for the Big Island in March.
UPDATE: Search Suspended for Missing Cruise Ship Worker
The 34-year-old Filipino national was reported missing from the Grand Princess Monday night when the ship was approximately 1,100 miles northeast of Hilo.
Driver Dies After Crashing Into Church Building
Police said they believe both speeding and alcohol were factors in the fatal crash early today on Kinoole Street.
Men Sought on Outstanding Warrants in Separate Cases
Police are asking for the public’s help locating Chad Simmerman and Kainoa Black, who are both wanted on warrants and for questioning in unrelated matters.
Forecast Calls for More Cool Nights, Possible Thunderstorms
A low-pressure system to the northeast and a recently passed cold front contributed to a cool night Sunday, although nothing that was record-shattering.
UH-Hilo’s Hong Finalist for Chancellor at Lousiana University
Luoluo Hong has served as the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s vice chancellor for student affairs since 2008.
UPDATE: Body of Missing Wailuku River Fisherman Found
The 34-year-old man was fishing near the mouth of the Wailuku River below the Hilo Armory early Saturday evening when he tripped and fell into the water.
Gabbard Begins Mandatory Annual National Guard Training
The first-term congresswoman, who is also a military police captain, reported to a fort in Missouri for the two weeks of service.
