East Hawai‘i News
Civil Defense: Winds From Flossie Following More Northern Track
The National Weather Service has reduced its forecast for rainfall expected on the Big Island to two to four inches, with up to six inches in isolated areas.
Authorities Prepare for Flossie’s Arrival
Hawaii County has ordered that all non-essential employees stay home Monday and has encouraged private employers to do the same.
Police Seeking Suspects in Leilani Estates Robbery
Police said the three had been invited to the home but then allegedly robbed its resident using force.
UPDATE: Flossie Weakens Slightly, Landfall Expected Monday Morning
Forecasters said Sunday morning they expect gradual weakening of the storm over the next 48 hours.
Kona Visitor Missing for More Than a Week
Family members said Kevin Anderson was last seen on July 17 when he left to go swimming at a beach on Ali`i Drive.
Hilo Man Charged in Burglaries Last Year in Waiakea Uka
James Kama, 20, was accused of involvement in the break-ins that took place in November and December.
Funding Problems to Close YWCA Pool Aug. 31
The pool that has been a recreation mainstay in Hilo for four decades is not bringing in enough revenue to stay open, YWCA officials said.
Puainako Widening Update Scheduled for Aug. 8
Transportation officials will provide the latest information on the project at a meeting to be held at the Waiakea Intermediate School cafeteria.
Police Release July 26 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Man Charged with Growing Marijuana in HPP
The Puna man is accused of possessing more than 13 pounds of processed and packaged marijuana.
WHO Declares Sunday World Hepatitis Day
Health officials in Hawaii and worldwide are raising awareness about the disease’s silent epidemic.
UPDATE: Engine Failure Forces Hard Landing for Tour Chopper
The Federal Aviation Administration said there were no immediate reports of injuries after the helicopter auto-rotated to the ground.
Funding Complete for New Interisland Cargo Terminal in Hilo
Hilo Harbor’s Pier 4 will provide an alternative to the existing interisland barge terminal and reduce congestion at the harbor’s other piers.
Hilo Men Accused of Trying to Run Truck Off Road
The pair also allegedly threatened the occupants of the truck with a handgun, police said.
NASA’s ‘Rock Star’ Telescope Subject of Imiloa Talk
The project scientist for the Kepler Space Telescope will discuss its ground-breaking discoveries and assisting research by a Big Island observatory.
UPDATE: $1,500 Reward Offered for Stolen Trumpets
The owner of the horns is appealing to the public for help locating the instruments and is offering a reward for their safe return.
Judge Moves Carjacking Case to Circuit Court
The judge found that probable cause existed for the prosecution of the 19-year-old man accused of carjacking.
State Taking Steps to Prevent Spread of Mosquito
Officials are concerned about the spread of the Aedes aegypti mosquito which can transmit dengue fever; the mosquito is already established on the Big Island.
Hilo Man Charged in July 4 Burglary in Puna
Kainoa Santos was being held in lieu of $35,000 bail in connection with the break-in that occurred on Oahu Street in Nanawale Estates.
