East Hawai‘i News
Cop Who Killed Wife Given Reduced Minimum Sentence
Ken Mathison’s minimum sentence was reduced to 25 years from 90 years, which means he will be eligible for parole in 2020.
Big Island Residents File Lawsuits Over OxyELITE Pro
The lawsuits filed in federal court in Honolulu claim that the now-recalled diet supplement resulted in liver damage.
Woman Found Guilty of Murdering Big Island Native in New York
The suspect’s boyfriend faces trial next in the robbery and shooting death of Edline Chun, a 1957 graduate of Hilo High School.
Police Seeking Owner of Bracelet Found at Richardson Park
The jewelry found in June at the Hilo beach park has the name Leinaalaokaawapuhi on the outside and an unspecified engraving inside.
Flags at Half-Staff Today in Remembrance of JFK
The president asked for the nation to join him in mourning the loss of “an extraordinary public servant.”
Police Release Nov. 21 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Funding to Complete First Phase of HCC’s Kona Campus
The governor has released more than $13 million for improvements to Big Island campuses of the University of Hawaii system.
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.
