East Hawai‘i News
Pahoa Shopping Center Receives Rezoning Approval
The 10-acre project will not receive approval for occupancy until both a traffic signal and roundabout are completed nearby.
Police Investigating Sexual Assault at UH-Hilo
The woman was able to fight off her attacker in the incident that happened Tuesday night in a bathroom in a building near Lanikaula Street.
Kilauea Avenue Project Requiring Lane Closure Tonight
The excavation for a water line is expected to last through the weekend.
Council Toughens Restrictions on Tobacco Sales, Including E-Cigarettes
The County Council bill will prohibit the sale of tobacco products to anyone under the age of 21, but exempts those who are 18 or older when it takes effect.
Public’s Help Sought Finding Missing Puna Woman
Police said Charmaine Burns of Hawaiian Paradise Park, who may be driving a green Toyota Echo, has a medical condition that requires medication.
Hawaii Community College Holding ‘Scholarship Night’
The event scheduled for Dec. 4 will help current and prospective students and their parents learn about ways to help pay for tuition for the fall 2014 semester.
Laulima Center Grant Aimed at Cooperatives, Small Businesses
The $200,000 in federal funds will help the non-profit establish, expand or operate businesses in rural areas.
UH-Hilo Hawaiian Language College Wins Award
The National Indian Education Association has recognized Ka Haka `Ula O Ke`elikolani College of Hawaiian Language for its efforts to revitalize the Hawaiian language.
Inouye Honored With Presidential Medal of Freedom
The award means the late senator has now received the highest civilian and military honors.
BOE Members to Hold Community Meeting in Hilo Thursday
The meeting will give parents and the public an opportunity to discuss education issues.
Hawaiian Homes Commission Approves Pana`ewa Community Center
The Kamoleao Laulima Community Resource Center would be built on property located east of the Prince Kuhio Plaza.
Council Gives Final Approval to GMO Restrictions
The County Council voted 6-3 to restrict further use of genetically modified crops on the Big Island.
Opening Ceremony Set Friday for Mountain View Playground
The opening of the new playground next to the AJ Watt Gym will be held at 2 p.m.
Banks Accepting Philippines Relief; Foundation Matching Donations
The Consuelo Foundation will match each dollar donated up to $2 million, and donations can be made at any of the 11 members of the Hawaii Bankers Association.
Watch Out For Geese, Park Officials Say
It’s nesting time for the nene or Hawaiian goose, and motorists need to be extra cautious driving in areas where they are found.
UPDATE: Missing 16-year-old Puna Girl Returns Home Safely
The missing Kurtistown girl had last been seen Saturday in Hawaiian Acres.
Jost Also Charged in Burglary, Car Thefts
The additional charges stem from incidents which police have linked to Airiel Rhodes Jost, who was arrested last week for allegedly violating probation.
Missing Hilo Woman Found Unharmed in Hamakua
Amanda Schwartz, who hadn’t been seen since Nov. 4, was located in Honoka`a.
Obama Orders Changes to ACA Implementation
The state’s health commissioner has asked Hawaii’s insurance carriers to maintain health plans that would have expired at the end of the year.
Search Suspended for Woman Who Jumped From Cruise Ship
The search that began Wednesday covered more than 10,000 square miles and involved three aircraft, as well as a commercial tug.
