East Hawai‘i News
Fatality, Fires Make for Short Holiday for Some Workers
County public safety personnel were kept busy with a truck fatality on the Daniel K. Inouye Saddle Road, a house fire in Puna and a brush fire in South Kona.
Police Release Nov. 29 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Hot Day in Hilo — Another Record Falls
Two weeks after a record cool day, the temperature in Hilo today set another new mark.
Hilo Pharmacy School Exempt From UH Building Moratorium
A new, $33 million building for the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s College of Pharmacy remains a top priority in the UH system, officials said this week.
State, Hunters and Others Criticize ‘American Jungle’ Series
The new History Channel series depicting hunting “clans” on the Big Island is culturally and ethically lacking, and may be violating laws, its critics say.
Donated Unused Timeshares to Benefit Make-A-Wish Children
Make-A-Wish Hawaii will use the donated vacation timeshares to provide Hawaii accommodations for children with life-threatening medical conditions and their families.
Hawaii Farm Bureau Honors Onishi for Agriculture Advocacy
The House member from East Hawaii was recognized for his efforts that included pushing for funding to battle the coffee berry borer beetle.
Public’s Help Sought Identifying Shoplifting Suspect
The image of the man was captured by surveillance video Monday at the Prince Kuhio Plaza.
Police Looking for Missing Hilo Teenager
Ashlyn Cruz-Labrador, 15, has not been seen since Wednesday, Nov. 20.
UH-Hilo Student Wins Donation for Rainbow Friends
A nationwide competition by the company that operates the university’s food concession is benefiting the student’s favorite charity.
Waimea Hospital Designated Level III Trauma Center
North Hawaii Community Hospital becomes the third on the Big Island to achieve the designation, which means it has surgeons and other care available 24/7.
Mediation Center Fund-Raiser ‘Best Ever,’ Director Says
The Kui`kahi Mediation Center Recognition Dinner and Auction held earlier this month raised more than $15,000 for the non-profit organization.
County Accepting Grant Applications from Non-Profits
Big Island organizations that have a 501(c)(3) designation from the Internal Revenue Service are eligible to apply for the $1.5 million in funding.
UPDATE: Two New Brush Fires Close Highway 190 Again
The new fires were again forcing the detouring of northbound traffic to Kaiminani Drive, and southbound motorists to either Waikoloa Road or the old Saddle Road junction.
Gabbard Presented with Kennedy New Frontier Award
Hawaii’s representative from the Second Congressional District joins the ranks of young Americans selected for contributions to their community and country.
Police: Attempted Sexual Assault Report Untrue
An investigation into the allegedly false report is under way, the department said in a press release today.
Two Hilo Officers Awarded Police Cross
Joshua Gouveia and Garrett Hatada were given the award in connection with the case involving Keaka Martin in January.
Hilo Man Charged With Downtown Hilo Car Break-In
Police said the 18-year-old, who stole a duffle bag, was identified through video from a security camera.
Hilo Man Charged in Burglaries, Bail at $80,000
Kalei Kaina Kaaumoana is accused of breaking into two homes and stealing an ukulele from a Hilo school.
Waimea Man Wanted for Questioning in Theft Case
Brandon Kelii Paulino-Pawai is described as 5-foot-10 and 190 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair.
