East Hawai‘i News
Warm, Dry Weather Persisting in East Hawaii
Due in part to a lack of rain, the maximum daily temperatures at Hilo’s airport so far this month are running more than 3% warmer than normal.
Apparent Drowning Reported Near Honoka`a
The crew of a fire department helicopter found the man floating face down at an area known as Kawela’s.
No More Extensions for Naniloa, Land Board Says
The Board of Land and Natural Resources declined to extend deadlines for an overdue lease payment or for reinstating a performance bond.
Talk to Focus on Effects of Climate Change on Peace
A UH law professor will discuss the potential for conflicts resulting from climate-caused population migration.
Hilo Hydrant Tests, N. Kohala Water Shut-Off Next Week
The county Department of Water Supply has scheduled the hydrant tests for Monday and the hydrant shut-off on Kynnersley Road for Thursday.
UPDATE: Dryer May Have Caused Kawailani Structure Fire
A structure fire on Kawailani Street near its intersection with Komohana forced police to detour traffic in the Waiakea Uka area this morning.
Police Release Sept. 13 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Police Investigating Robbery of Kailua-Kona Restaurant
A man entered the establishment after it closed, threatened an employee with a weapon and then stole an undisclosed amount of cash.
Second Hale Nani Escapee Captured in Hilo
A tip from the public helped police locate Robert Carlos Garcia this morning at a house on Ohai Street in Hilo.
Judge Reverses Position, Won’t Allow Religious Defense
The ruling means Roger Christie cannot use the Religious Freedom Restoration Act as the basis for his THC Ministry during his trial scheduled for Oct. 8.
Puna CDP Action Committee Members Needed
The county is looking for community-minded individuals to fill three members whose appointments are expiring in November.
County Planning New Fire Station on Haihai Street
The station near the Hilo Municipal Golf Course would be the second in the Waiakea Uka area, augmenting the service from the existing one on Kawailani Street.
USDA Lifts Ban on Sharwil Avocado Exports
Hawaii growers will soon be able to ship their fruit to 32 states.
Land Board to Again Take Up Naniloa Debts
The Board of Land and Natural Resources is scheduled to discuss the resort’s failure to make another lease payment and to restore its performance bond.
UPDATE: Governor Lends Support to Suicide Prevention Week
Friday’s vigil in Kona for suicide survivors is part of a variety of awareness efforts.
Invasive Ginger Also Targeted on Public Lands Day
Volunteers are needed to remove Himalayan ginger, also known as kahili ginger, from Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff on 9/11 Anniversary
US and Hawaii flags will be lowered in remembrance of Patriot Day and the National Day of Service and Remembrance.
Waters of Life Charter School Honored Again
The awards are piling up for the Mountain View school that since 2008 has overcome financial and legal difficulties.
Search Still On for Man Missing from Waipio Valley
John Spillane, known in Hawaii as Kevin Devlin, hasn’t been seen since mid-May when he said he was going swimming at Waipio Valley.
Soetoro-Ng to Receive First Aloha Peace Prize
At a luncheon Saturday, President Obama’s half-sister will receive the inaugural honor from the Big Island Chapter of the United Nations Association.
