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Published on 12:46 GMT
6,000 Candle-Lit Lanterns To Float In Hawaii On Memorial Day
Thousands of floating candle-lit lanterns set sail at sunset on Memorial Day at Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu. Moment Editorial/Getty Images More than 40,000 people are expected next month on Memorial Day to watch the floatation of 6,000 candle-lit …
Source: Forbes – Neutral -
Published on 10:22 GMT
Letter: Canada could be land of opportunity for Hawaii
As a Canadian, I read with interest the letter to the editor suggesting Hawaii secede and become Canada’s 11th province (“Hawaii can secede, become Canadian,” Star-Advertiser, March 30). While Canada is not perfect, the benefits to Hawaii joining our …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 09:52 GMT
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson to co-author a book on the only Hawaiian mob boss
Entertainment wrestler-actor Dwayne Johnson is taking on a new role as co-author of a nonfiction book that investigates the rise and fall of a Hawaiian crime syndicate from the 1960s and 70s. Known for his wrestling persona as The Rock and his Hollywood …
Source: Hindustan Times – Indeterminate -
Published on 06:11 GMT
Honolulu fails to collect millions in short-term rental fines
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – City officials are expressing shock and frustration over how few fines for illegal rentals are actually being collected. After cracking down and vowing to shut down the illegal industry, Mayor Rick Blangiardi said he’s got to go …
Source: Hawaii News Now – Neutral -
Published on 12:46 GMT
Hawaii coral reef project featured in global documentary, premiere party in Ko’Olina
HONOLULU, Hawaii (Island News) — Two Hawaii firefighters and a scientist are behind a Hawaii initiative to build coral reefs, and they are featured in a new documentary. Kuleana Coral Restoration gives broken, damaged coral a second chance at life …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 04:58 GMT
Hawaii’s Transair to resume ops by late 4Q25
Transair (Hawaii) (RDS, Honolulu) has announced it aims to resume inter-island air cargo service in Hawaii by late 2025, pending regulatory approvals. In a statement on April 9, Rhoades Aviation Inc. (RAI) trading as Transair, said an administrative law …
Source: Ch-Aviation – Neutral -
Published on 03:41 GMT
Sports broadcaster Bobby Curran remembered as fixture of Hawaii athletics
HONOLULU — Bobby Curran could talk and talk for hours — to everyone or no one — with a stamina that would leave listeners breathless. On Sunday, it was everyone else’s turn. The late prolific Hawaii sports radio broadcaster was given tribute with a …
Source: Spectrum News NY1 – New York – Neutral -
Published on 03:28 GMT
Meet Jacob, the Hawaii 9-year-old who just joined Mensa
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – When Jacob Lewis was still in diapers, the toddler already showed signs that his brain operated on a higher level than most children his age. ”He took on a liking to letters right away. He wanted to know what they were,” said his …
Source: Hawaii News Now – Pending -
Published on 03:37 GMT
Nearly 100 Hawaiian Homelands turnkey homes awarded to Maui families
KAHULUI (HawaiiNewsNow) – Paul Kaʻuhane Luʻuwai has been a coach for Hawaiian Canoe Club for 44 years. He is also a teacher at King Kekaulike High School. “As a public school teacher, it’s really tough for me to afford a property,” Luʻuwai said. Luʻuwai …
Source: Hawaii News Now – Neutral -
Published on 05:12 GMT
‘American Idol’ contestant meets Hawaiian family for first time during competition
As the Top 24 contestants from this season of “American Idol” challenge themselves to connect with viewers across the country, “Idol” hopeful Kyana Fanene is connecting with another group of people: her family in Hawaii. Monday night’s episode of the …
Source: MassLive.com – Massachusetts – Center-right -
Published on 11:06 GMT
Honolulu Director’s Free Trip To Poland Raises Ethics Questions
Government watchdogs think the European field trip is a bad look, but city officials insist there’s nothing wrong with it. A company that just signed a no-bid contract with Honolulu’s motor vehicle office is hoping to send the agency’s director on an all- …
Source: Honolulu Civil Beat – Hawaii – Center-left -
Published on 10:22 GMT
Hawaii water commission nominee garners flood of support
COURTESY PHOTO Hannah Kihalani Springer A Hawaii legislative committee has made quick work recommending confirmation of a special state water commissioner after more than a year of controversy. The Senate Committee on Water and Land voted 5-0 Friday for …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 10:51 GMT
Hawaii to tighten firearm laws
Gov. Josh Green has signed into law two bills regulating guns in the islands and is considering two others as the state Legislature this year moved to strengthen Hawaii’s already strict firearm laws. The two bills signed last week by Green address so- …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 06:20 GMT
Hawaii police investigate fatal Ocean View car fire
Hawaii Island police are investigating a fatal car fire that left one person dead Sunday afternoon. Officials said that about 3:26 p.m. police and fire personnel responded to a vehicle on fire in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates. When they arrived, they found a …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 09:15 GMT
Hawaii County hosts lifeguard courses in Kapaau
KAPAAU, Hawaii (Island News) — Summer is just around the corner, and Hawaii County is looking for people who can help protect those headed into the water. The County of Hawaii Department of Parks & Recreation is offering a lifeguard certification …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 07:41 GMT
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for April 15, 2025
Hilo Tonight: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Lows 61 to 68 near the shore to 47 to 54 at 4000 feet. Northwest winds up to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent. Tuesday: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Highs 78 to 83 near the shore to around 67 at …
Source: Big Island Now – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 08:03 GMT
Celebration of the Arts on Maui ending after decades of celebrating Hawaiian culture
A cherished Maui festival is coming to a close after 33 years. The final Celebration of the Arts will take place this weekend at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua. The theme “I Kou Makana… The eyes of the beholder” brings together artists, educators, and …
Source: Hawaii Public Radio – Public Broadcaster -
Published on 09:11 GMT
X-Factor star from Basildon wows judges with American Idol performance in Hawaii
Che Chesterman, from Langdon Hills, has already seen remarkable success on the US talent show, where he is competing against dozens of other talented singers with the goal of securing a prestigious record label deal. On Sunday night, Chesterman took to the …
Source: Echo News – Pending -
Published on 12:27 GMT
Rob Maher on What it was Like Being Robbed in Hawaii
Rob Maher recently went to Hawaii as a part of his comedy tour along with famed actor and comedian, David Koechner, and boy did things go sideways real quick. After taking a girl he hit it off with at a bar back to his hotel room, the only thing he could …
Source: 98 Rock – Maryland – Pending
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