East Hawai‘i News
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.
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.
