East Hawai‘i News
2012 Was Dry in Hawaii and Across Much of US
Only four gauges across the state recorded above-average rainfall in what turned out to be a dry year across most of the country.
Police Seeking Hilo Man in Abuse Case
Stanley Gonsalves was last seen Tuesday morning in the Hawaiian Paradise Park subdivision in Puna.
‘Dual-Pol’ Radar Upgrades Improving Weather Forecasts
The improvements underway to Hawaii’s four Doppler weather radar stations will give forecasters a better look at rain and other weather phenomena.
Daniel Sayre Foundation Continues Gift of Safety
The memorial fund established following a tragic hiking accident has provided nearly $700,000 in equipment for the Hawaii Fire Department.
US Rep. Gabbard to Hold Community Meetings Saturday
The meetings will be held at the Kealakehe High School cafeteria in Kona and at the ILWU Hall in Hilo.
UPDATE: Swimmer Swept Away at Kehena Beach Identified
County personnel today searched 2.5 miles of Puna coastline.
County Looking to Expand Use of Green Waste
Officials are proposing to mix it with food waste and other materials to create compost that will be sold to the public.
UPDATE: ‘Runaway Siren’ Shut Off By Itself; Repairs Planned
Initial efforts to shut the siren off from Civil Defense headquarters in Hilo were unsuccessful.
Wind Causes Power Outages Across Big Isle
More than 9,000 homes and businesses lost power on Saturday.
UPDATE: Police Release Results of Autopsy of Stabbing Victim
Police were called to the victim’s Kaumana Drive home at 5:19 this morning.
Missing California Man Drowned in Papa`aloa Stream
The body of Yogi Yoswara was found a week ago in a stream not far from a road leading to a cabin where the tourist was staying.
Public Hearings Scheduled on Kulani Prison Reopening
The plan to house 200 inmates currently held on the mainland would provide 96 new jobs on the Big Island.
Search Resumes Today For Missing Kehena Beach Swimmer
A surfer was unable to rescue a man pulled out to sea by high waves and strong currents.
4.4 Magnitude Quake Hits South of Fern Acres
No tsunami threat is expected from the early morning quake.
Kilauea Repaving Work Moves Makai Monday
Motorists using the busy downtown Hilo roadway are advised to expect delays or use alternate routes.
UPDATE: Alleged Shooter Charged With Nine Offenses
Police say Martin’s relatives provided information that led them to his location.
Pahoa Roundabout Meeting Rescheduled For Jan. 16
State officials say the roundabout will improve safety at the intersection of Highway 130 and Pahoa Village Road.
Kilauea Eruption Marks 30th Anniversary
The ongoing eruption has covered 48 square miles and destroyed 214 structures.
Police Release Jan. 3 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
