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Published on 07:26 GMT
The best time to visit Hawaii for good weather, smaller crowds, deals and more
So you want to visit Hawaii? Understandable — it’s one of the best places on earth. However, unless you’re booking a spontaneous flight deal (and those do happen), you’ll probably want to plan to ensure you’re traveling at the best time for …
Source: The Points Guy – Neutral -
Published on 09:21 GMT
Ensign’s journey to Hawaii foreshadowed history to come
In 1920, Ensign Knefler McGinnis went aboard the destroyer tender USS Melville (AD 2) in San Diego bound for Hawaii. The trip took days as the top speed of the vessel was just 15 knots. Reaching the islands, the young officer anticipated another long …
Source: Pensacola News Journal – Florida – Neutral -
Published on 06:41 GMT
Coast Guard, HFD search for missing kayaker off Hawaii Island
KONA (HawaiiNewsNow) – A kayaker has gone missing near Keauhou Sunday. Jared Willeford, 42, was last seen launching his kayak the area at around 8 a.m. at the Keauhou boat ramp wearing orange bib pants. The U.S. Coast Guard said it was notified by the …
Source: Hawaii News Now – Neutral -
Published on 11:14 GMT
Too Many Exemptions From Empty Homes Tax Could Cost Honolulu $150 Million
The city council has been trying to pass a 1% to 3% tax for years but wants to target offshore investors, not local residents. Consultants say no other city does it that way. The empty homes tax that Honolulu has been mulling for seven years includes a …
Source: Honolulu Civil Beat – Hawaii – Center-left -
Published on 10:40 GMT
Honolulu Coast Guard crew nabs 20K pounds of cocaine in Pacific
1/3 Swipe or click to see more U.S. COAST GUARD Crew members from the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Kimball on Thursday stacked bales of interdicted illegal drugs on the flight deck to prepare for offloading in San Diego. The narcotics were seized in the …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 10:39 GMT
Consumers in Hawaii prepare for tariffs’ impact
Fish sauce, a Chinese cooking staple and Hawaii favorite ingredient, is always on Sabrina Stephen’s shopping list. Stephen, 65, regularly buys the condiment and will continue to do so even though her eyes have bulged in recent weeks as she’s seen the price …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 06:39 GMT
New Album Reclaims Black Hawaiian Histories in Song”
A new music project launching in June, Pōpoloheno: Songs of Resilience and Joy, brings long-overlooked narratives of the Black community in Hawaii to national attention. The ten-track album highlights original compositions and tributes that combine …
Source: World Music Central – Neutral -
Published on 10:39 GMT
Letter: Don’t blame speeders; Hawaii limits are too slow
There has been a lot of reporting about people speeding in Hawaii. I decided to drive from Kaneohe on the H-3 freeway, then continue on to the Likelike Highway and back to Kaneohe, driving the speed limit. Most of the time I felt I was driving in reverse …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 11:14 GMT
The Sunshine Blog: Another Pay Raise For Honolulu City Council, Executives
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i. Another day, another pay raise: You may have missed the buzz coming out of Honolulu Hale on Friday, what …
Source: Honolulu Civil Beat – Hawaii – Center-left -
Published on 13:32 GMT
Maui canoe paddling official to join Hawaii Sports Officials Hall of Fame
Ben Martin is among six officials being inducted into the Hawaii Sports Officials Hall of Fame. Courtesy photo With more than 40 years of outrigger paddling experience, Ben Martin of Maui is among the six officials being inducted into the Hawaii Sports …
Source: The Maui News – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 07:18 GMT
Bob Coolen gratified as Hawaii softball clinches berth to inaugural Big West tournament
An unexpectedly jam-packed road week made for a gratifying return flight for Bob Coolen. The Hawaii softball team played five Big West games — its scheduled three-game series against Cal Poly, plus makeup games against Cal State Northridge and UC Santa …
Source: Spectrum News NY1 – New York – Neutral -
Published on 10:40 GMT
6 added to Hawaii Sports Officials Hall of Fame
Six former officials from sports ranging from football to air riflery were announced Sunday as the Hawaii Sports Officials Hall of Fame Class of 2025. They are Basilio “Roy” Camello (baseball), Edmund “Ed” Chang (air riflery), Ronald Komine Sr. (softball), …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 10:39 GMT
Column: Building walls or bridges? Why trade matters to Hawaii
When we talk about global trade, the conversation often feels far removed, focused on international power dynamics and high-level negotiations. But here in Hawaii, the impact of those decisions is immediate and deeply felt. As a multi-island state, we rely …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 12:53 GMT
Bahrain Surf Park – Club Hawaii Experience construction deal awarded
Bahrain Surf Park – Club Hawaii Experience has awarded the construction contract for the exciting new leisure destination to Poullaides Construction Company (PCC), a leading contractor known for delivering large-scale, innovative projects. This …
Source: Trade Arabia – Neutral -
Published on 10:40 GMT
Hawaii is ranked low for emergency readiness
Is Hawaii ready for the next public health emergency or disaster? Hawaii is not as ready as it could be, according to the Trust for America’s Health, which ranked the state among 13 low-performance states in its “Ready or Not” report. The Washington, D.C.- …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 10:13 GMT
BIIF girls basketball: Marquez named to All-Hawaii Second Team
While Kohala girls basketball had its best season in over three decades, none of it would have been possible without star guard Kalia Marquez. While Kohala girls basketball had its best season in over three decades, none of it would have been possible …
Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald – Neutral -
Published on 07:23 GMT
Coast Guard searching for missing kayaker off Hawaii Island
KEAUHOU, Hawaii (Island News) — The United States Coast Guard (USCG) and other agencies are searching the waters off Hawaii Island for 42-year-old Jared Willeford. According to USCG, Willeford launched his kayak around 8:00am Sunday morning and has not …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 01:57 GMT
Hawaii wins repeat Big West women’s water polo championship, NCAA Tournament bound
Hawaii water polo coach James Robinson remarked this week that an appearance in the Big West championship game might be enough to get the third-ranked Rainbow Wahine into the NCAA Tournament via a rare at-large berth. UH won’t have to find out. The top- …
Source: Spectrum News NY1 – New York – Neutral -
Published on 01:21 GMT
Flores de Mayo & Filipino Fiesta showcase Hawaii’s vibrant Filipino community
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The Filipino Community Center is hosting its 13th Flores de Mayo celebration and 33rd Filipino Fiesta on Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Waipahu. Festival organizers say it’s the largest celebration of Filipino …
Source: Hawaii News Now – Neutral
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