East Hawai‘i News
Yoshimoto Will Be Next County Council Chairman
The veteran council member will lead three incumbents and six newcomers after they are sworn into office on Dec. 3.
Big Island, Nation Observe Recycles Day on Thursday
The day celebrates recycling, composting and reusing efforts.
UH Forester To Talk Koa Tonight in Hilo
J.B. Friday will give a presentation at the Mokupapapa Discovery Center in Hilo on efforts to restore koa forests.
No Tsunami From Earthquake in Chile
No significant damage was reported from the 6.1-magnitude tremor.
Police Seek Witnesses to Fatal Glenwood Collision
The crash occurred in front of Hirano Store at about 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 11.
UPDATE: Leeward Fire Hazard Warning Follows Dry October
Records were set in 19 areas across the state for the driest October on record.
Witnesses Sought to July 13 Crash Involving Motorcycle
A car failed to yield right of way and the resulting collision caused fatal injuries to the motorcycle rider.
Buoy or Not, Debris Destined For Disposal
The large metal container that washed up in Ka`u in October will be cut into pieces that can be removed by helicopter.
NOAA: Japan Tsunami Debris Still Expected
While bigger floating items such as docks have been reaching the mainland’s shores, smaller items in the water are expected to reach Hawaii this winter.
President of NRA To Speak Tonight in Hilo
David Keene will speak at a meeting of the Conservative Forum for Hawaii at the Naniloa Volcanoes Resort.
Windows 8 Supports Hawaiian Language Diacriticals, More
The latest version of Microsoft’s operating system includes a Hawaiian keyboard in its layout.
Fire Destroys House in Sprawling Ka`u Subdivision
Only the front wall was standing when firefighters arrived.
Council Approves Ban on Nighttime Well Drilling
The ban could end up being decided by the new council taking office on Dec. 3.
Another Early-Morning Robbery Reported in Hilo
The latest robbery involved an 18-year-old woman in downtown Hilo.
Police Warn of Internet Scam Involving Craigslist
Police say the scam is a variation of ruses involving a counterfeit check.
HELCO Seeking Approval to Expand Geothermal Power
The Big Island utility is seek approval from the state Public Utilities Commission to expand its geothermal sources by 50 megawatts.
Funding Will Boost County Services for Crime Victims
The county will expand its aid to victims through funding resulting from the Justice Reinvestment Initiative, a collaboration between states and the federal government.
Police: 13-year-old Boy Missing Since Aug. 26
Police are asking for the public’s help locating Benson Maddison.
Big Island Police Release Nov. 9 List of Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
