East Hawai‘i News
Fireworks Permits Available; Three Public Displays Scheduled
It’s that time of the year again, and the Hawaii Fire Department is reminding the public about regulations for the purchase and use of fireworks.
Hilo Man Robbed While on Early Morning Walk
Two men accosted a man early Wednesday near the intersection of Kaumana Drive and the Puainako Avenue extension.
HVO: Volcano Giveth, and Volcano Can Taketh Away
Scientists at Hawaiian Volcano Observatory express concerns about the long-term viability of a proposed undersea power cable carrying geothermal energy to Oahu.
Tribune-Herald to Move Printing Operations to Kona
Beginning Aug. 19, the Hawaii Tribune-Herald will be printed at its sister newspaper in Kona, West Hawaii Today.
Military Aircraft Training Ongoing Around PTA
There will be heightened military activity in the skies over the Big Island during RIMPAC exercises scheduled to last until Aug. 3.
UPDATE: Maile Street in Pahala Reopened
Motorists in the Ka‘u town are advised to use Kamani Street until the downed pole is cleared.
State Court to Open Self-Help Center in Hilo
New Self-Help Center in Hilo will provide free legal information for people representing themselves in civil matters.
Price of Gas in Hilo Down 48 Cents Since April
Gas in Hawaii is still the most expensive in the nation, but in Hilo the price has dropped more than 39 cents in the past month.
Governor to Veto Bill Removing Coffee Inspections
Citing the need to protect the Kona coffee brand, Gov. Neil Abercrombie plans to veto a bill removing mandatory coffee inspections as well as 18 other measures.
Firearm Used in Two Attempted Robberies in Hilo
Police are investigating attempted robberies involving firearms that occurred at a Hilo home and a fast-food restaurant over the weekend in Hilo.
Nene Death Prompts Driving Warning to Park Visitors
Visitors to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park are being encouraged to drive carefully and be on the lookout for the welfare of Hawaii’s state bird.
UHH Breaks Ground For New Student Housing
A new complex will increase the number of student housing units at the University of Hawaii at Hilo by 50%.
Firefighters Continue Mop-Up Efforts in Ka‘u
Maintaining perimeters and extinguishing hot spots were the aim of firefighters as the massive Ka‘u fire entered its fifth day.
Military Units to Convoy From PTA to Hilo Monday
Motorists are asked to be on the lookout for military convoys arriving in Hilo from Saddle Road Monday.
Ka‘u Hospital’s ‘Family’ Returns Following Fire
The rural hospital’s contingent of long-term-care patients is back following a stiff regimen of cleaning and ventilating.
Firefighters Mopping Up Hot Spots, Flareups in Ka‘u
Firefighters are in the mop-up stage on a fire that blackened more 4,800 acres this week near Pahala.
UPDATE: Highway 11 Reopened As Rain Aids Firefighters
Firefighters continue to battle a blaze in Ka‘u that has more than doubled in size over the past day and threatened several homes in the sprawling district.
UPDATE: Highway 11 Closure Extended Five Miles
A wildfire that resulted in the evacuation of Ka‘u Hospital is still only 40% contained and has prompted the closure of Highway 11 from Pahala to five miles north of the town.
New In-Patient Hospice Center to Open Friday
Hospice of Hilo’s new 12-bedroom in-patient facility will provide end-of-life care for those without caretakers or homes, or those needing extra medical care.
Water Shut-off Set Thursday for Kaiwiki Road Area
The water shut-off will affect residence along the lower portion of the road north of Hilo and adjoining roadways.
