East Hawaii News
Volcano Watch: Using Earthquakes to Look Under The Hood at Pāhala
Deep beneath Pāhala, a town located in the southern part of the Island of Hawaiʻi, is currently the most seismically active region of the Hawaiian Islands.
2 Maunakea Observatories Help Produce First Image of Black Hole at Center of The Milky Way
The world now has an image of the giant occupying the darkness at the center of the Milky Way thanks to a collaborative effort among more than 300 researchers from 80 institutes from around the globe, including 11 observatories, two of which are on the Big Island.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Selected For ‘Park For Every Classroom’ Pilot Program
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is one of eight parks tabbed to be part of a national pilot program focused on climate change education.
PO Box Section at Paʻauilo Post Office to Be Temporarily Closed
Customers of the Paʻauilo Post Office are being notified that the PO Box section, parcel lockers and mail drop slot will be temporarily closed to accommodate construction work.
New HVNP Video: Delve Into The Art of Gourd Drums
A new episode in a video series created and hosted by Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park rangers invites everyone to learn about the single gourd drum used in hula.
Get Ready For a Trip to the Cosmos During AstroDay 2022
One of the Big Island astronomy sector’s signature events is set to blast off and everyone is invited.
Public Libraries to Participate in Free Comic Book Day
Put on your cape, shine your green lantern, don your superhero or anime cosplay or just go in your everyday clothes. Whatever you do, don’t miss your chance to pick up a free comic book this weekend at your local library.
Rainy Weather to Continue Through Midweek
Rainy weather continues on the Big Island, apparent by heavy downpours, thunderstorms and the issuing of flood advisories the afternoon of Monday, May 2. But according to a hydrologist with the National Weather Service in Honolulu, the wet weather hasn’t been anything out of the ordinary.
4 Hilo Area Organizations to Receive Grant-In-Aid Funds From State Legislature
Four Hilo area organizations are getting a financial boost from the state.
Teen Previously Reported as Runaway Found
Big Island police have located a teen girl who was previously reported as a runaway.
Police Seek Wanted Pepe‘ekeō Man
Big Island police are asking for help from the public with finding a wanted Pepe‘ekeō man.
The Mākaha Sons Return to Hilo Palace Theater
It’s been more than two years since the Hilo Palace Theater has hosted a live concert, but that changes this weekend with the return of an iconic act.
Interagency Warrant Sweep Results in Arrests of 6 Puna Residents
Several Big Island residents were arrested on a total of 10 outstanding warrants as part of an interagency warrant sweep by officers from the Hawai‘i Police Department and state Department of Land and Natural Resources.
Hilo Man Arrested, Charged For 23 Counts of Sex Assault Involving a Minor
A Big Island man faces more than 20 sex assault charges in connection with an indictment.
Report of Vehicle Fire in Puna Leads to Discovery of Structure Engulfed in Flames
Big Island first responders were dispatched Tuesday, April 26, after a report of a vehicle fire in Puna but instead found a structure ablaze.
Waiākea High Takes Top Honors at ‘Ōlelo Youth Xchange Student Video Competition
A Big Island high school recently took top honors in Hawai‘i’s largest and oldest video contest for keiki.
Puna Man Charged With Murder, Assault
A Big Island man faces a murder charge following the discovery of a badly burned body Saturday, April 23, in Puna.
HPD Promotes Two to Rank of Major
Two members of the Hawai’i Police Department were recently promoted to the rank of major.
Merrie Monarch Arts and Crafts Fair Welcomes In-Person Vendors, Shoppers After 2-Year Hiatus
Smiles. Laughter. Hugs. ‘Ohana. Aloha. Even a few tears — of joy. And that was all before walking in.
Man Killed in Fatal Crash at HVNP Entrance Identified
The man who was killed in a fatal crash Tuesday, April 19, at the entrance of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has been identified as 21-year-old Big Island resident Seth White.
