News
Lawn Tools Stolen from Pana’ewa Zoo
Ten weed whackers were stolen from the Pana’ewa Zoo on Sunday morning.
Kilauea Summit Update – 6/1/15
After a brief stint of inflationary tilt last week, Kilauea’s summit began to show deflationary tilt Friday and into the weekend.
Family Searches for Missing Kona Woman
Bobbie “Jackie” Carnathan has been reported missing. Anyone with information should call the Hawai’i Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.
Caltech To Shut Down Observatory in September
California Institute of Technology plans to end operations at the Caltech Submilimeter Observatory in September.
Siren Warning Systems Test Scheduled
Issues with outdoor siren warning systems should be reported to Hawai’i County Civil Defense by calling 935-0031.
Scheduled Lane Closures June 1-5
The Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced weekly lane closures for the week of June 1.
CBP Preclearance Program May Boost Tourism
Negotiations for air travel preclearance between the United States Customs and Border Protection and 10 countries have been announced.
HFD Plans Watercraft Rescue Program
The Hawai’i County Fire Department announced Friday that it plans to incorporate a new Rescue Watercraft program in rescue efforts over the summer.
HHSC East Hawai’i Seeks Community Input
Public comment will be gathered at community meetings held in early June by Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation’s East Hawai’i region.
Circuit Court Denies TRO Against HSTA
An attempt to obtain a temporary retraining order against the HSTA by current Board member and Presidential candidate Corey Rosenlee has been denied.
‘Puna Peace Mural’ Unveiled at Kea’au High
Kea’au High School, along with artist Ken Charon, unveiled a new art work on Friday, titled “Puna Peace Mural.”
Man Dies Following Swordfish Attack
A man died Friday at Honokohau Harbor following a fishing incident that involved a swordfish.
Drivers Test Translation Lawsuit Settled by HDOT
The Hawai’i State Department of Transportation has settled a law suit regarding the language translation of drivers tests.
Police Release May 29 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Humpback Whale Sanctuary Seeks Advisory Members
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary is seeking to fill open seats on its advisory council.
Officer Arnold Named East Hawai’i ‘Officer of the Month’
Officer Mark Arnold has been named the East Hawai’i “Officer of the Month” by the Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawai’i.
Keamuku Maneuver Weekend Hunting
Army officials will open the Keamuku Maneuver Area at Pohakuloa Training Area over the weekend for hunting of feral pigs and goats.
Kilauea Summit Update – 5/29/15
Kilauea’s summit continues to experience inflation and seismic tremors, according to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
Puna Man Charged in Hilo Shoplifting
The Hawai’i Police Department has charged a Mountain View man with second-degree robbery in a Hilo shoplifting incident that turned violent.
Ten ‘Mauna Kea 31’ Protesters Will Have Charges Dropped
Media reports say that Prosecuting Attorney Mitch Roth plans to dismiss charges against 10 of the “Mauna Kea 31.”
