East Hawaii News
Re-ZOO-venation Days begin in 2023 at Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens
The zoo in Hilo will be closed the first Thursday of each month beginning Jan. 5 to give staff time to undertake larger projects that will enhance grounds, facilities and animal areas.
Waipiʻo Valley Access Road remains closed as cleanup efforts continue following Kona Low
Residents of the valley and farmers needing to access their lands are allowed to access the roadway through the weather-related closure but are asked to proceed with extreme caution.
Update: Runaway 14-year-old found in Puna
Police report that Aiden Becker was located Wednesday in good health.
County again offers tree-cycling to help make the holidays greener
The service is available through Jan. 15, 2023, except during the annual closure of solid waste facilities on New Year’s Day.
National Adoption Day: All in the ‘ohana for these ‘Forever Families’
The Hilo Family Court hosted its fifth annual Adoption Day celebration earlier this month.
Puna man charged in connection with alleged burglary, car thefts
The alleged incidents were reported in November and December.
Traffic signal work planned in Keaʻau
There will be law enforcement directing traffic at the intersection when the signal is in flashing mode.
Flood advisory issued for portion of Big Island; Waipiʻo Valley Access Road, portion of Highway 270 closed
According to the National Weather Service, radar indicated heavy rain over portions of North Kona, North and South Kohala and Hāmākua at 4:46 p.m. Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour.
54-year-old man dies in single-vehicle crash in Hilo
The traffic fataility in Hilo occurred at about 9:17 a.m. on Dec. 17 in the northbound section of Highway 11, in the area of the 5 mile-marker near Ikaika Street.
Volcano Watch: Did Hawaiian volcanoes get your attention recently? Keep up your volcano awareness next month
Mauna Loa and Kīlauea are still active and will erupt again, so volcano awareness should not be put on the backburner.
Powerful cold front could bring strong Kona winds, thunderstorms late Sunday and Monday
The National Weather Service in Honolulu advises people to stay alert and watch for additional weather statements and possible watches or warnings associated with the weather system.
UH telescope atop Maunakea to help collect essential climate change data
The temporary measurement site ensures the continuity of carbon dioxide data collection and other atmospheric measurements that normally would be taken at NOAA’s Mauna Loa Observatory.
Both lanes of Kalanianaʻole Street in Keaukaha now open to traffic
While both lanes of the roadway are again open, motorists are advised that the construction project remains ongoing.
Everybody welcome at Ahava ‘Aina Festival of Lights Hanukkah celebration in Hilo
The Hanukkah celebration, which the congregation has hosted for more than five years, is open to all faiths, all beliefs, all ages and all beings.
UH-Hilo’s Tokunaga named National Scholar Athlete of the Year; Lillie selected to All-American Third Team
The two student-athletes from central O‘ahu helped the Vulcans to an undefeated regular season on the way to capturing back-to-back Pacific West Conference Championships and securing a hosting bid for the NCAA Division II West Regional.
Body discovered on Hilo Bay shoreline identified
The victim was identified as 64-year-old Randall Malakaua of Hilo.
DLNR officers stepping up patrol of closed areas on Mauna Loa
The public lava viewing and traffic mitigation route will close at midnight tonight.
Hanukkah Menorah on display for first time as part of holiday open house at County Building in Hilo
The 8-foot tall menorah provided by Rabbi Rachel Short and the congregation of Ahava ‘Aina.
County seeks applicants for 2023 Summer Fun staff
Preferred applicants will have enthusiasm, patience, the ability to plan, organize and conduct activities and a desire to help children grow and develop.
