East Hawai‘i News
John Tucker Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison
The former owner of a Pahoa-area bed-and-breakfast had pleaded guilty to producing child pornography.
It’s Hurricane Season — Time to Check Insurance Coverage
State officials are reminding the public they can shop around for the best prices on hurricane insurance, and to make sure that policies are up-to-date.
Governor Signs Bills Protecting Women and Children
One of the bills makes it a crime to solicit a minor for prostitution.
HI-5 Redemption Hours Reduced at Four County Stations
Stations in Hilo, Waimea, Kealakehe and Keauhou will be open fewer days because of reduced funding from the state.
Kahele Named Chairman of New Committee on Tourism
The new committee is the result of the splitting of the Committee on Tourism and Hawaiian Affairs.
Hilo Man Gets 20-Year Prison Sentence in Meth Case
Francis Ogata was convicted in January of receiving the drug that had been mailed to Hilo from Las Vegas.
Farmers and Ranchers Hold Pro-GMO Rally in Hilo
The demonstration was designed to counter anti-GMO efforts of late including legislation that would ban most new transgenic food sources on the Big Island.
Police Release June 28 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Puna Man Charged in Tuesday’s Spear Gun Attack
George Curnutt was being held in lieu of $500,000 bail pending his initial court appearance this afternoon.
July 4 Holiday Road Closures in Hilo Announced
The closures will affect a variety of roads and days around the Hilo Bayfront area.
Cost of Riding Hele-On Bus Going Up Monday
Standard fare will be $2 under the new fee schedule, with students, seniors and the disabled paying $1 per ride.
Google Street View Moving to Big Island Trails
The company known for online street views around the world is now enlisting third-party help to obtain panoramic vistas of more remote locations.
Monday is Deadline for Property Tax Exemption Applications
The types of exemptions include homeowner’s, disabilities, totally disabled veterans and Hansen’s disease patients.
UPDATE: Police Looking For Victim of Possible Assault in Pahoa
The case was prompted by the discovery Wednesday morning of blood in front of a business.
Hilo Jaycees Putting On July 4th Fireworks Display
This year the fireworks will be launched from a barge in Hilo Bay instead of from Coconut Island.
Public Warned About Door-to-Door Magazine Sales Scam
The salespersons falsely claim that the sales will benefit a local high school or other group, and the magazines never arrive.
Man in Critical Condition After Being Shot by Spear Gun
A 49-year-old Pahoa man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following the incident Tuesday night in Leilani Estates.
NASA Signs Cooperation Agreement With PISCES
The Space Act Agreement calls for the agency to provide technical support for projects aimed at furthering human habitation in space.
Former Micronesian President to Lead Delegation to Hilo
Joseph Urusemal, a senator and former president of the Federated States of Micronesia, will lead a delegation to discuss education and other matters.
Hawaii Lawmakers Denounce Supreme Court Decision
Members of the state’s congressional delegation called the ruling a major setback for minority voting rights.
