East Hawaii News
Apply Now for HMSA Kaimana Scholarship
Hawai‘i Medical Service Association is again providing an opportunity for graduating high school students to apply for scholarship assistance to continue their education on the college level.
Coast Guard Patrols off Big Island 19 Days in November
“While underway, the MSST conducted 38 maritime security and response patrols and two interagency patrols with our law enforcement partners over at NOAA and DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement. Air crews from Air Station Barbers Point also conducted seven law enforcement patrols over the course of 17 flight hours.”
QNHCH Encourages People to Get Vaccinated
Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital in Waimea is offering the best Black Friday deals around with free COVID-19 vaccinations for anyone age 5 and older, and boosters for anyone 18 or older.
Hawaiian monk seal dies after battling toxoplasmosis
The Marine Mammal Center is mourning following the death of adult male Hawaiian monk seal RW22.
Hawai‘i Wildlife Conservation Stamp contest opens
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources welcomes artists to submit entries for the Division of Forestry and Wildlife’s annual art contest depicting two local wildlife species for the 2022-23 Hawaii Wildlife Conservation and Game Bird Stamp.
Hilo Airport Conducts Emergency Response Drill
Officials held an emergency response drill at Hilo International Airport early Friday as part of the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program.
Big Island Beekeepers Host Honey Challenge
The Big Island Beekeepers Association held the formal judging for the 10th annual Hawaiian Honey Challenge on Saturday at the Komohana Agriculture Research Station in Hilo.
Ka’u Road Open After Downed Utility Pole Repaired
Ka’u road closed overnight due to a downed power pole and is expected to remain closed throughout the day.
Puna Teens Invited to Participate in Kilauea Eruption Recovery art contest
On behalf of the county’s Kīlauea Eruption Recovery, Puna teens are invited to participate an artwork contest.
Suspect Sought in Puna Shooting Incident
A 31-year-old Puna man is wanted for questioning in connection with a shooting on Monday evening.
Public Invited to Discuss Eruption Recovery in Pahoa
The public is invited to a Kīlauea Recovery SpeakOut today in Pāhoa. The event focused on identifying recovery strategies and actions.
Man, Woman Accused of Armed Robbery in Hilo
A man and woman have been accused of armed robbery after an incident at a Hilo business on Sept. 30.
PGV to Provide Limited Access for Puna Residents
Puna Geothermal Venture, in partnership with Kapoho Land and Development Company, will provide access for residents with homes and farms within the kipuka.
Public Invited to Open House on Spaceport in East Hawai‘i
Public comments will be accepted as part of an Environmental Assessment for the proposed facility.
Acclaimed Caregiving Advocate and Author to Present in Hilo
Frances H. Kakugawa will share her latest work at Basically Books in Hilo on March 3.
Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road Restriping Update
Work is scheduled to begin Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017, to remove rumble strips in preparation for the Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road, 4-Lane Re-Striping Project.
Puna Crime Report: July 1–15, 2017
The HPD’s Puna Community Police responded to 16 burglaries, one robbery, four vehicle thefts and four vehicle break-ins in the Puna District from July 1 to 15.
Help Fight Cancer at ‘Bark For Life Hilo’ on May 27
The American Cancer Society is seeking furry and human support to help save lives during Bark For Life Hilo.
Water Shut-Off in Waiākea Area on May 9
Water service will be temporarily shut off in the Waiākea of South Hilo on May 9.
Lava Hose, Volcano Views Aboard Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Mahalo to Blue Hawaiian Helicopters and our pilot, Toshi Mochizuki, for this amazing tour of the Volcano on the Big Island! Click on this LINK to see…
