East Hawaii News
Holiday DUI Checkpoints to Increase Starting Friday
Police are encouraging motorists to make sure they have a designated driver if they plan to imbibe this holiday season.
State Will Use Moth in Battle Against Noxious Fireweed
The plant toxic to livestock has already spread across 850,000 acres of Maui and the Big Island.
HELCO Issues Tips For Holiday Lighting
The information from the Big Island’s electrical utility is designed to keep the public safe and energy efficient.
Honda Recalls Older Odysseys, Pilots and Acura MDXs
The company said a defect in the ignition interlock system could result in the vehicle rolling away even when the key is removed.
Public Meeting Next Week on Pahoa Roundabout
State officials say the roundabout will improve safety at the intersection of Highway 130 and Pahoa Village Road.
Hope For Clear Skies: Geminid Meteor Shower Arrives
The Geminid meteor shower runs from Dec. 10-16 this year, with the best viewing predicted on Thursday night — weather permitting.
Maui Woman Missing, May Be on Big Island
Nhi Nguyen Tuyet Pham was attending college on the mainland before going missing.
UPDATE: Ahualoa Fire Investigation Continues; Victim Not Yet Named
Police are waiting for DNA analysis to identify the victim of the fire that occurred on Kahana Street in Ahualoa.
New Mountain View Traffic Signal Operational on Thursday
The signal is located at the intersection of the Volcano Highway and Kulani Road.
Waterless Rainbow Falls Stirs Debate
It’s been a dry year on the Big Island — bone dry for a day or two at what is usually Hilo’s wettest spot.
State Judiciary Seeking Court Interpreter Applicants
Two-day orientation workshops will be held in February in Kona and Hilo.
Police Offer Burglary-Prevention Tips
The department advises keeping track of activities in your neighborhood and to report suspicious people or vehicles.
‘Rescue Tubes’ Can Aid Distressed Swimmers, Snorkelers
The apparatus donated by the Rotary Club of South Hilo is being installed at Hilo-area beach parks.
Work Begins on Bathrooms at Reed’s Bay Beach Park
The new bathrooms at the Banyan Drive park that was the subject of a renovation earlier this year are expected to be finished in April.
Jamae Kawauchi Starts New Job As Deputy Prosecutor
Like other new deputies, former Hawaii County Clerk Jamae Kawauchi initially will work on District Court cases.
Hilo Teenager Missing Since Sept. 21
Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Mailekaleialoha Boe.
UPDATE: Police Capture Escapee Higa Tonight in Ocean View
Police captured Jarvis Higa as he tried to flee on foot from a home in Ka`u.
No Large Tsunami From 7.3-Magnitude Japan Quake
The earthquake that occurred early Friday night, Japan time, caused a three-foot high tsunami on parts of the island of Honshu.
Search For Jail Escapees Expands to Puna, Kona
Police believe the fugitives are likely still on foot, but say they may try to rob a bank.
