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Dogtown Bakery: Celebrating the Bond Between Dogs and Owners with Gourmet Treats and Community Commitment
Michelle Alpern, founder and owner of Dogtown Bakery, has created a unique haven for dog lovers in Kailua, Honolulu. Specializing in crafting delicious and nutritious treats for dogs, Dogtown Bakery has become a beloved part of the local community, dedicated to enhancing the well-being and happiness of dogs and their owners.
Alumni Pā‘ina 2024: A Celebration of Excellence and Community
On Saturday, July 20, we celebrated two remarkable individuals at the 2024 Alumni Pā‘ina: Michael Maeda ’79, our Alumnus of the Year, and Dr. Edna Hussey, the recipient of the Wa‘ahila Award. The Alumnus of the Year Award is the highest honor of the MPIAA, presented to an individual who has provided outstanding service to the school, displayed strong support and loyalty, and dedicated significant effort to the improvement of Mid-Pacific. The Wa‘ahila Award is a distinguished honor given to a graduate or someone closely associated with Mid-Pacific who has excelled in their field, attaining a level of prominence that reflects favorably on Mid-Pacific. This award is named after the Wa‘ahila Ridge, a prominent feature connected to Mid-Pacific.
Wahine Basketball’s Amy Atwell joins Australia’s Olympic basketball roster
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Former University of Hawaii women’s basketball standout Amy Atwell was named to the Olympic roster for Team Australia on Thursday. According to the Olympics’ website, the Aussie joins her native team to replace Rebecca Allen who reinjured her hamstring during the team’s final practice match against Canada.
Maui County reopens Crater Road as crews continue to battle brush fire
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Crater Road is back open on Maui after as crews continue to battle the brush fire burning on the slopes of Haleakala. The blaze forced the road to close for the past two weeks. The fire in Upper Kula is ongoing and at last check has burned...
Hawai'i Democrats shift convention support to Kamala Harris
The Democratic Party of Hawaiʻi announced their delegation's support shift from President Joe Biden to Vice President Kamala Harris for the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago. According to the party chair, the decision was unanimous among Biden delegates.
$50,000 grant secured for mental health services for Maui wildfire survivors
The Rotary Club of Wailuku has announced the successful acquisition of a $50,000 grant from the Rotary D5000 Foundation Maui Fires Relief Fund. This grant will be used to support Piha Wellness and Healing over the upcoming fiscal year. The nonprofit program based on Maui, boasts licensed, experienced, and culturally...
Truckloads of trash are hauled away in Makiki Stream cleanup
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A group of homeless people has been using a section of Makiki Stream for shelter at the corner of South King Street and Kalakaua Avenue. That area was the target for a major cleanup by the city Thursday. Bicycles, shopping carts, mattresses -- and bagloads of rubbish.
Maui’s Reagan James Miles wins boys 15-18 division of the HSJGA 2024 Oʻahu Junior Championship
Mauiʻs Reagan James Miles of Kīhei won the Boys 15-18 division of the 2024 Oʻahu Junior Championship held this week on Oʻahu. The Hawaiʻi State Junior Golf Association and First Tee – Hawaiʻi conducted the 2024 Oʻahu Junior Championship at 360 Ewa Beach Country Club on July 22-24. The event was 36 holes (two days) for ages 7-12, and 54 holes (three days) for ages 13-18.
Kauai Wildfire Shows How Other Hawaii Power Safety Shutoffs Might Work
A Chinook helicopter works to douse hotspots just west of Moi Road in Hanapepe. The fire was considered contained by daybreak on July 16 but crews spent the overnight hours checking for hot spots and protecting the community from flare-ups. (David Croxford/CivilBeat/2024) JPʻs Pizza on Kaumualii Highway had just received...
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