East Hawaii News
All Lanes of Kanoelehua Avenue in Hilo Again Open
Motorists are being advised that one lane of Kanoelehua Avenue in Hilo is closed.
Police Seek Missing Kurtistown Man
Big Island police are asking for help from the public in the search for a missing man.
Man Dies Following Traffic Collision in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
A man has died following a traffic collision in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
Fire Hydrant Flow Tests Scheduled Next Week
The county Department of Water Supply is notifying customers in two areas of the Big Island that it will conduct two fire hydrant flow tests next week.
UH-Hilo, HCC See Record Graduation Rates Despite Pandemic
Two years and counting after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, spring commencement ceremonies at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo and Hawai‘i Community College are less than a month away.
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia Depart Hilo on Voyage to Tahiti
After several delays, Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia are finally on their way to Tahiti.
Temporary Water Shutoff Scheduled For Portion of Hilo
Residents in some locations along Kīlauea Avenue in Hilo are being advised that their water will be temporarily shut off overnight one day this week.
Traffic Change in Effect on Kalanikoa Street in Hilo During Merrie Monarch
Big Island police are informing the public of a change in traffic pattern for a street in Hilo during the upcoming Merrie Monarch Festival.
Ahava ‘Aina to Host Passover Seder in Hilo
Ahava ‘Aina invites everyone to come together and celebrate not only Passover, but the journey to a new future.
Volcano Watch: From Mauna Loa or Kīlauea? A Geologic Whodunnit
Mauna Loa and Kīlauea are the two most active volcanoes on the Island of Hawai‘i, and they have overlapping eruption histories. They are located in close proximity, with their summit craters only about about 34 kilometers (21 miles) apart. In fact, part of Kīlauea is built on the southeast flank of Mauna Loa, which is the older of the two volcanoes.
HVNP Invites Everyone to Celebrate National Park Week
National Park Week is April 16-24, and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park invites everyone to celebrate with a fee-free Saturday and slew of other fun-filled and educational events, including the return of ranger programs and the Thomas A. Jaggar living history performance.
Police Seek Teen Reported as Runaway
Big Island police are asking the public for help with locating a missing teen.
Wet Weather Nothing Unusual For First Part of April
The sun finally made more of an extended appearance in Hilo and other portions of the Big Island on Thursday, April 14, providing a little relief from what seemed like constantly wet and rainy conditions.
Police Seek Teen Reported as Runaway
Big Island police are asking the public for help with finding a missing teen.
Hilo Robotics Teams Seek Support to Attend VEX World Championship
Two Hilo robotics teams are advancing to the 2022 VEX Robotics World Championship and are looking for support from the community to help them get there.
Official Merrie Monarch Arts & Crafts Fair Returns
An event in conjunction with the Merrie Monarch Festival that showcases and supports Hawai‘i artisans and creators while celebrating hula and Hawaiian culture returns this year and is welcoming everyone back in person.
Cultural Performances, Art Return to Hilo Hawaiian During Merrie Monarch Week
With the return of the Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo, other events that coincide with the event throughout the community also are coming back, including at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel.
Hop Over to Hilo Hawaiian Hotel For Easter Egg Hunt And Brunch
Big Island keiki will have the chance this weekend at a Hilo hotel to find a share of more than 5,000 Easter eggs filled with goodies.
Police Renew Request For Information About Woman Missing Since 2017
Big Island police are reaching out to the public again to ask for help with locating a woman who has been missing nearly five years.
Three Arrested, Father of Infant Charged in Custodial Interference Investigation
Three people were arrested and a fourth man is being charged in connection with a custodial interference investigation involving an infant.
