East Hawaii News
UDPATE: Board Admits Bus Plan Mishandled, Still Weighing Cuts
Although cuts on the Big Island have been reduced, the Board of Education is considering halting school bus service for some South Kohala students.
July 4th Celebrations Include Cook-Offs, Concerts and Classic Cars
Independence Day will be marked with celebrations across the Big Island.
UPDATE: Wailuku Drive Behind Hilo Armory Reopened
The roadway between the Wailuku River and the Hilo Armory have been closed until further notice for safety reasons.
Pahala Wildfire Finally Declared ‘Terminated’
Fires that burned 5,200 acres, threatened a hospital and closed a main highway several times have officially been declared out.
Roadwork to Cause Traffic Delays Next Week
Motorists are being notified of alternating lane closures next week on state highways on both sides of the Big Island.
Police Announce Holiday Hilo Road Closures
The Bayfront Highway, the shoreline road at Liliuokalani Park and the streets leading into the Bayfront soccer fields will be blocked.
Fireworks Permits Available; Three Public Displays Scheduled
It’s that time of the year again, and the Hawaii Fire Department is reminding the public about regulations for the purchase and use of fireworks.
Hilo Man Robbed While on Early Morning Walk
Two men accosted a man early Wednesday near the intersection of Kaumana Drive and the Puainako Avenue extension.
HVO: Volcano Giveth, and Volcano Can Taketh Away
Scientists at Hawaiian Volcano Observatory express concerns about the long-term viability of a proposed undersea power cable carrying geothermal energy to Oahu.
Tribune-Herald to Move Printing Operations to Kona
Beginning Aug. 19, the Hawaii Tribune-Herald will be printed at its sister newspaper in Kona, West Hawaii Today.
Military Aircraft Training Ongoing Around PTA
There will be heightened military activity in the skies over the Big Island during RIMPAC exercises scheduled to last until Aug. 3.
UPDATE: Maile Street in Pahala Reopened
Motorists in the Ka‘u town are advised to use Kamani Street until the downed pole is cleared.
State Court to Open Self-Help Center in Hilo
New Self-Help Center in Hilo will provide free legal information for people representing themselves in civil matters.
Price of Gas in Hilo Down 48 Cents Since April
Gas in Hawaii is still the most expensive in the nation, but in Hilo the price has dropped more than 39 cents in the past month.
Governor to Veto Bill Removing Coffee Inspections
Citing the need to protect the Kona coffee brand, Gov. Neil Abercrombie plans to veto a bill removing mandatory coffee inspections as well as 18 other measures.
Firearm Used in Two Attempted Robberies in Hilo
Police are investigating attempted robberies involving firearms that occurred at a Hilo home and a fast-food restaurant over the weekend in Hilo.
Nene Death Prompts Driving Warning to Park Visitors
Visitors to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park are being encouraged to drive carefully and be on the lookout for the welfare of Hawaii’s state bird.
UHH Breaks Ground For New Student Housing
A new complex will increase the number of student housing units at the University of Hawaii at Hilo by 50%.
Firefighters Continue Mop-Up Efforts in Ka‘u
Maintaining perimeters and extinguishing hot spots were the aim of firefighters as the massive Ka‘u fire entered its fifth day.
Military Units to Convoy From PTA to Hilo Monday
Motorists are asked to be on the lookout for military convoys arriving in Hilo from Saddle Road Monday.
