East Hawai‘i News
UH Gets Federal Grant For Biofuel Research
The US Department of Agriculture-funded project will involve a mix of universities and private companies.
Police Seeking Missing Mountain View Woman
The 23-year-old woman may be in the presence of a 27-year-old Hilo man.
HELCO Proposes New, Cheaper Aina Koa Pono Deal
After having its proposal rejected by regulators last year, the Big Island utility is asking for approval of a new biodiesel deal.
Speed a Factor in Overnight Ka`u Fatality
A 39-year-old Kurtistown man suffered fatal injuries in a single-car collision on in the Ka`u area overnight.
Kawauchi: Duplicate Registrations and Voters Found
The county clerk said problems with the Big Island voter registry won’t affect the upcoming primary election.
Kawauchi to Hold Press Conference on Voter Registry
The Big Island’s county clerk, who has been criticized for lack of communication with the media, will hold a press conference Wednesday.
Report: Hawai`i Car Insurance Costs Third Lowest in Nation
Only two states have a lower percentage of average household income spent on car insurance costs, a report says.
Police Renew Request for Help Solving Burglary, Arson
The public’s assistance is needed to solve the incident involving a warehouse in the Kea`au Shipman Business Park.
Police Looking For Missing Ka`u Woman
The missing woman, Mory Koi, has been missing since Saturday and is in need of medication.
Flags to be Flown at Half-Staff Tuesday
The US and Hawai`i flags will be flown at half-staff Tuesday in honor of former state Rep. John Justin Medeiros.
Electrical Outage Scheduled For O`okala Friday
The power will be shut off for about six hours to allow for substation repairs.
State To Require Safety Course For Boaters
The state land board has approved the rule to take effect in two years.
Two Arrested For Theft of Recyclables
The pair was arrested after stealing the items from a Kekuanaoa business shortly after midnight Friday.
Man Dies From Injuries in July 23 Crash
Speed may have been a factor in the fatality that occurred Sunday morning.
Scientists to Search For Water in Big Island’s Saddle
A research project investigating possible high-elevation sources of water could be a boon for groundwater management on the Big Island’s leeward side.
Work Set For Reed’s Island Bridge, Kaiminani Drive
Long-awaited structural improvements are getting underway at the Reed’s Island Bridge in Hilo.
Public’s Help Sought in Puna Road Rage Incident
Police are looking for a man who allegedly drove his truck into the back of another vehicle that had just passed him.
State Elections Chief Critical of County Clerk
Chief Election Officer Scott Nago has told Hawai`i County Clerk Jamae Kawauchi that some of her recent actions may be undermining public confidence in the upcoming election.
