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Pāhoa Post Office Mail Delivery Suspended for the Day

Here are the latest updates regarding the impact to mail delivery of the Kīlauea Volcano eruption in the Puna region of Hawai‘i island:

NEW PHOTOS: East Rift Zone, Kīlauea Summit

The Hawai‘i County Fire Department took these photos of the East Rift Zone on an overflight on Saturday, June 30, 2018.

Fissure 8 Flow Affects Puna Papaya Farms

Hawai‘i Island has so far lost 80% of its papaya farms.

4 West Hawai‘i Parks to Close Early on 4th

The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) Division of State Parks will conduct early closures of four West Hawai‘i parks on the Fourth of July holiday.

UH to Receive More Than $2 Million to Prevent Childhood Obesity

Sen. Brian Schatz announced that the National Institute of Food and Agriculture has awarded $2,125,903 to the University of Hawai‘i.

Spirit of Resilience Persists Amidst Kīlauea Eruption

A few hundred lower Puna residents turned out for dining, dancing and talking story during the weekly Wednesday night market at Uncle Robert's in Kalapana on

Spirit of Resilience Persists Amidst Kīlauea Eruption

A few hundred lower Puna residents turned out for dining, dancing and talking story during the weekly Wednesday night market at Uncle Robert's in Kalapana on

Spirit of Resilience Persists Amidst Kīlauea Eruption

A few hundred lower Puna residents turned out for dining, dancing and talking story during the weekly Wednesday night market at Uncle Robert's in Kalapana on

Emergency Siren Test, June 2, 11:45 AM

The emergency alert warning sirens will be tested on Monday, June 2, 2018, at 11:45 a.m. 

Preserving Memories of Kapoho

After losing their home to a raging river of lava, a Kapoho family is rallying to preserve precious memories for the community.

HPD Alert: Mentally Unstable Hawi Man Reported Missing

Hawai’i Island police seek the public’s help in locating a missing “at-risk” person.

Hilo Residents Invited to Talk Story With Rep. Hanabusa

Residents of East Hawai‘i are invited to talk story with gubernatorial candidate Colleen Hanabusa on July 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. in Hilo.

6 PM: Kalapana Vacation Rentals & Business Can Resume as Normal

This news story will be updated throughout the day as new information becomes available and new articles will be added to the website’s “News” section. 

Overflight Video: ‘More Homes Destroyed’

Videographer Mick Kalber released this video of an overflight of the East Rift Zone he took with Paradise Helicopters on Saturday, July 1, 2018.

Lifeguards Rescues Kayaker in Distress

On Sunday, July 1, 2018, the Hawai‘i County Fire Department responded to a kayaker in distress offshore of Mahukona Park in North Kohala.

6 PM: Vog to Push to South & West

The U.S. Geological Survey released a map, GIF animation and photos of the East Rift Zone.

July 4th Traffic Safety Reminder

The Hawai‘i Police Department reminds residents that in Hawai‘i, we love to celebrate the 4th of July with family, friends, food and fireworks.

UH Mānoa Expert Calls for Better Opioid Addiction Treatment

“People need the counseling, not just the pills, to overcome their addiction.”

Study: Hawai‘i Ranks Among Most Patriotic U.S. States

A new report shows Hawai‘i is the seventh most patriotic state in the country.

Overflight Video: ‘Another Home Lost’

Videographer Mick Kalber released this video of an overflight of the East Rift Zone he took with Paradise Helicopters on Saturday, June 30, 2018.
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