East Hawaii News
Flags to Fly at Half-staff in Honor of Bob Dole
The state will honor World War II veteran and former U.S. senator and presidential candidate Bob Dole, who died Sunday, Dec. 5, at the age of 98.
Puna Man Will Serve at Least 8 Years of Sentence
A Puna man will spend at least eight years in prison following his conviction on several charges, including burglary and theft.
Fire Breaks Out in Commercial Property on Bayfront
Firefighters responded Sunday, Dec. 5, to a report of heavy smoke inside a commercial property on Bayfront Highway in Hilo.
National Weather Service Extends Flood Advisory
The National Weather Service has extended a flood advisory for Hawai‘i County until 3:15 p.m. today, Sunday, Dec. 5.
State Reports 18 New COVID Cases on the Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 148 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 88,295. One new COVID-related fatality was reported.
Omicron Variant Detected in Hawai‘i
The Omicron variant of the virus that causes COVID-19 has been detected in Hawai‘i, according to the state Department of Health Laboratories Division.
Man Charged in Connection With 2 November Incidents
A Big Island man with a prior felony conviction is facing drug and other charges in connection with two incidents in November.
Petroleum Product Possibly Found in Navy Water System
Water samples from Red Hill Elementary School on O‘ahu show the possible presence of petroleum product.
State Seeks Big Island Nominations for BLNR
The state is seeking a person from the Big Island to serve on the Board of Land and Natural Resources.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Plans Flight Operations in December
The skies above Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park will be busy throughout December with several flight operations planned.
Kāpa‘au Man Charged in Alleged Domestic Incident
A Big Island man faces several charges following an alleged domestic incident involving his mother Nov. 27.
Pālamanui Forest Preserve Will Be a ‘Living Laboratory’
Thanks to an agreement between the University of Hawai‘i and the state Division of Forestry and Wildlife, Hawai‘i Community College students will be able to learn “indigenous wisdom” firsthand via the management of a lowland dry forest.
FEMA Funds Awarded for Improvements to Waianuenue Avenue Bridge
More than $1 million in federal funding is being allocated for work on the Waianuenue Avenue Bridge in Hilo.
Sewer Main Repair Causes Traffic Change at Kapu‘e Stream Bridge
Traffic will be impacted by planned repairs to an existing sewer main off Highway 19 north of Hilo.
Power Outage in Hilo Area Impacts 1,400 Customers
Hawaiian Electric is responding to a power outage affecting 1,408 customers from the Hilo Municipal Golf Course to the Shipman Ranch/Keaau Town area.
Celebrate the Holidays at Keauhou Shopping Center
Keauhou Shopping Center is ready to shine during the holidays.
High Wind Watch Issued for Big Island Summits
The National Weather Service has issued a high wind watch for Big Island summits.
22 New COVID Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 169 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 87,514. A total of 22 new infections were identified on the Big Island Sunday.
Hawai’i Island Residents Sentenced in Federal Drug Case
Hawai’i County Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen announced Friday that Malia Broome, 45, of Waimea and Billie Jack Peridot, 43, aka “BJ” Kawelo of Puna, were sentenced Nov. 18 to federal prison for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine.
UH to Host Online Auction to Raise Money for Student Financial Aid
“We need your support,” said Hawaiʻinuākea director of strategic partnerships Malia Nobrega. “This is an exciting and fun way to help our students, and at the same time have a chance to win creative, fun and unique items and experiences from community practitioners and friends!”
