East Hawaii News
Funds Released for Pololū Trailhead Project
An iconic location on the Big Island will be improved thanks to the allocation of capital improvement project funds from the state.
Hauling Something? County Reminds Residents to Make Sure It’s Covered
If you’re hauling something in your vehicle, especially in trucks with open beds, it needs to be secured. Hawaiʻi County reminds motorists the only thing that can spill from a vehicle is clear water.
Fireworks Permits Available Starting Sunday
It’s almost New Year’s and the Hawaiʻi Fire Department wants to make sure Big Island residents celebrate the holiday safely and responsibly.
Incentive Program Lifts Inmate Vaccination Numbers
An incentive program offered by the state Department of Public Safety has helped increase vaccinations among inmates.
Digital Literacy Training Available via Vibrant Hawaiʻi
Big Island residents will have the opportunity to learn the basics of computer skills during upcoming workshops hosted by Vibrant Hawaiʻi.
One Year Later: More Than 2.4 Million COVID Vaccines Administered
It’s been one year since COVID-19 vaccinations began in Hawai‘i, and the state marked the anniversary by saying thank you to those who have made it possible to safely administer more than 2.4 million of the shots.
Puna Woman to Be Sentenced for 2020 Robbery Incident
A Puna woman pleaded no contest to a felony robbery charge in connection with a December 2020 incident along Highway 130 in Puna.
Minit Stop Collecting Donations for Children in Need
It’s time to make the holiday season merry and bright for some Big Island keiki, and Minit Stop shoppers can help.
Revitalize Puna Community Event Planned in January
Puna residents are invited to join the efforts to revitalize their community by attending the third quarterly Revitalize Puna event scheduled for January.
November Was a Dry Month for the Big Island
Most of the rain gauges on the Big Island reported below average rainfall totals for the month of November, according to the monthly precipitation summary from the National Weather Service in Honolulu.
Hilo Community Players to Present ‘Christmas Cabaret’
Get ready for three festive evenings of dance, stories and performances by the Hilo Community Players during “Christmas Cabaret.”
Puakō Sewage Runoff Leads to Treatment Plant Recommendation
Researchers at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo are recommending that a wastewater treatment plant be constructed in Puakō.
State Reports 16 New COVID Cases on the Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 215 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 89,229. Five new COVID-related fatalities were reported.
Police Ask for Public’s Help to Locate Missing Puna Man
Police are asking for the public’s assistance in the search for a missing Puna man.
Kapa Art Selected for State’s Art in Public Places Collection
Five kapa artworks by three artists who were featured in a recent Donkey Mill Art Center exhibition were selected to be part of the statewide Art in Public Places collection.
Proposals Sought for Arbor Day Hawaiʻi Programs
The state invites residents to submit proposals for Arbor Day projects and is offering grant funding to support them.
Public Hearing Approved for Proposed New Rules for Lay Nets
The state will have a meeting and public hearing to establish a new annual lay net permit requirement and fee.
Monsanto to Plead Guilty to Illegally Using Pesticide in Hawai‘i
Monsanto Company agreed to plead guilty to 30 federal environmental crimes in connection to the use of pesticide on corn fields in Hawai’i.
McDonald’s of Hawaii Hosts Vaccination Clinics on the Big Island
Need to get your COVID-19 vaccine or booster shot and thinking it would be good to get some food at the same time? Then you’ll be “lovin it” during one of three vaccination clinics at several McDonald’s restaurants on the Big Island.
Police Seek Girl Last Seen in Hilo
Big Island police are asking for the public’s assistance with finding a runaway.
