East Hawai‘i News
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff Sunday for Helene Hale
Hawaii’s governor has ordered the action to honor the veteran Big Island lawmaker, whose services are also being held that day.
Inouye Tributes Include Renaming UHH College of Pharmacy
A ceremony at the University of Hawaii at Manoa today follows Thursday’s actions by the Board of Regents to rename facilities across the state in his honor.
Police Release Feb. 22 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Car Careens From Summit After Restroom Stop
A tourist couple who drove a rented car to the top of Mauna Kea Sunday ended up having to find another way back down the mountain.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Watch Extended Through Saturday Afternoon
Heavy rain continues to be forecast for windward areas and up to a foot of snow is expected on mountain summits.
UPDATE: Principal Bans Lecture, Cites Threat Made Against School
Hilo High School Principal Robert Dircks said he cancelled the talks by an anti-war activist because of concerns from the public that included a threat.
Simeon Fails to Make Final Cut on Top Chef
The Hilo native and now Maui chef failed to make it into the top two Wednesday night.
Hilo Natives Competing in Top Chef, American Idol
Sheldon Simeon competes against two other chefs in a two-part finale, while Bryant Tadeo is in the group of 40 trying to stay alive in Las Vegas.
Spay Day Rally and Fundraiser Saturday at Mo`oheau Bandstand
The event is being held by Hui Pono Holoholona, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing low-cost spay and neutering programs on the Big Island.
Accidents Back Up Hilo-Bound Traffic on Highway 130
The two traffic accidents that occurred near the 3-mile marker backed up traffic to Maku`u Drive.
School Librarian Takes Exception With Anti-War Presentation
A talk on “participating in democracy” will take place at Hilo High School despite concerns about the speaker and content expressed by a member of its staff.
Matsumoto’s Attorney Accuses Judge of Conflict of Interest
Judge Barbara Takase disputed the defense attorney’s contention that she had previously employed one of the murder victims as a housekeeper.
Three Charged in Break-in at Ocean View Electronics Business
The three were charged with burglary, theft and criminal property damage in connection with the incident in the Hawaiian Ocean View Ranchos subdivision.
UH-Hilo Ocean Day at Bayfront Park Saturday
The event is designed to both inform and entertain participants.
UPDATE: Senate Unanimous in Repeal of PLDC
After a bill dismantling the controversial agency was passed by the state House, the Senate on Tuesday unanimously approved one of its own.
Japanese Tourist Missing, Car Found at Lava Plain
The car rented by the 51-year-old Japanese national was found at the end of Highway 130 in Kalapana.
Bill Would Extend Forfeiture Actions to Petty Misdemeanors
Senate Bill 1342 would allow government seizure of real property and other assets for such offenses as possession of small amounts of marijuana.
Native Moth Outbreak Causing Defoliation of Koa Forests
Wildlife officials say a sudden outbreak of the koa moth is responsible for the biggest defoliation episode on record.
Police Release Feb. 15 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Bill That Would Repeal PLDC Moves to Senate
The measure received near-unanimous support during votes today and Wednesday before moving to the Senate.
