East Hawai‘i News
Kenoi Optimistic About Naniloa’s Future
But the Big Island’s mayor said the resort’s new owners will be held accountable if they fail to live up to their timetable for renovation of the Hilo landmark.
Second Man Charged in Waiakea Burglaries
A 30-year-old Hilo man is being held on $185,000 bail after becoming the second suspect accused of burglarizing several Hilo homes earlier this month.
UPDATE: Senate Passes Budget Without Hawaii Fee Exemption
The state’s Senate and House members said the more than doubling of the airline fee disproportionately affects residents of Hawaii and Alaska.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Watch Upgraded to Advisory
A low pressure system is bringing cool temperatures and heavy rainfall to the Big Island and Maui.
Gabbard to Meet With Hawaiian Homesteaders, Students
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard is making a swing through the state that will include a commencement address Wednesday on Oahu and visits on the Big Island Thursday.
Keiki Activities Offered at Hilo Gyms During Holiday Break
The programs include art instruction, craft-making, music, dance, physical fitness, swimming as well as field trips at both the Waiakea Uka and Wainaku gyms.
Lawsuit Seeks to Stop Naval Training Plan
The environmental law firm Earthjustice is challenging the National Marine Fisheries Service’s approval of naval training.
One-Way Traffic Pattern Near Church for Christmas
Kapiolani Street will be restricted to traffic in the Puna direction near St. Joseph Church on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Traffic Deaths Down by a Third Over Last Year
There have been 25 traffic fatalities on the Big Island so far this year — including eight in the first six weeks — compared to 37 at this time in 2012.
Food Poisoning Confirmed as Source of Illnesses at Oahu School
Spaghetti cooked the previous day and improperly reheated was determined to be the cause of the illness that struck dozens at the Leeward Oahu School Dec. 10.
North Hawaii Hospital to Formalize Ties With Queen’s
The agreement will improve “every aspect” of North Hawaii Community Hospital, the chairman of its board of directors said.
Gas Line Ruptured During Kilauea Avenue Construction
Traffic was affected for about two hours this morning by the leak resulting from a repaving project on Kilauea Avenue.
Father Accused of Car Theft, Son of 57 Offenses
The two were arrested Wednesday after being stopped in a stolen SUV.
Police Looking for Missing Hilo Girl
Brianna Kehaulani Freitas-Jones hasn’t been seen by her family since Nov. 18.
Naniloa Buyer Outlines Plans for ‘The Wyland Hilo’
An attorney for the company purchasing the troubled Banyan Drive resort told a state board that the hotel would be ready for a grand reopening on Dec. 31, 2014.
Land Board Defers Mauna Kea Lease Extension Request
The issue of new leases for astronomy purposes on the mountain will be the subject of an EIS. Meanwhile, a judge heard challenges to a new telescope there.
Geminid Meteor Shower Peaking
Weather permitting, the year’s best celestial display will be most visible after the moon sets at about 4:45 a.m. Saturday.
Police Release Dec. 13 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Police Looking to ID Pair Caught on Surveillance Cameras
The two individuals were allegedly trying to break into Blane’s Drive Inn on Waianuenue Avenue in early October.
