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Halekulani hires new executive pastry chef Nassim Bounoua
HONOLULU (Island News) - Waikiki luxury hotel Halekulani has a new Executive Pastry Chef, Nassim Bounoua, who brings over 15 years of global culinary expertise. “We are thrilled to welcome Chef Nassim Bounoua to our renowned Food & Beverage team,” said Davide Barnes, General Manager of Halekulani. “His appointment marks an exciting new chapter in Halekulani’s culinary journey, and we look forward to seeing his talents flourish in collaboration with our esteemed food & beverage team.”
‘Midsummer Night’s Gleam’ returns to Foster Botanical Garden in Honolulu
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation’s Honolulu Botanical Gardens announced the return of Midsummer Night’s Gleam at Foster Botanical Garden on Saturday, July 20. The botanical garden will host a variety of family-friendly activities and performances, and showcase thousands of light displays. The event will start at 3 p.m. and ends […]
Crews make significant progress, Koke‘e fire 85% contained
HONOLULU (KHON2) — After a dedicated effort spanning several days, multiple fire units began scaling back operations Saturday night following successful containment of approximately 85% of the wildfire near Koke‘e. The response, initiated on Thursday, involved a coordinated effort by ground and air crews amidst challenging conditions. Overnight, a vigilant fire watch was maintained, and […]
HFD responds to early morning house fire in Aiea
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Honolulu Fire Department responded to a 911 call early Saturday morning reporting a house fire near 98-873 Hapuu Street. The call came in at 3:21 a.m., prompting nine HFD units staffed with approximately 34 personnel to rush to the scene. The first unit arrived at 3:28 a.m. and encountered a one-level […]
‘Once in a lifetime experience’: Whale shark spotted in Waikiki
WAIKIKI (KHON2) — Several boat tour operators had the ultimate experience on Friday after seeing a juvenile whale shark off Waikiki. Kasia Gasior works on Living Ocean Tours and said one of her co-workers first spotted the huge fish. “I didn’t see a dorsal fin come up, so I was like okay is it a […]
65-year-old man taken in serious condition after house fire occurs in Punaluu Valley
The Honolulu Fire Department received a call at 9:43 a.m. and responded to a building fire near Punaluu Valley Road in Punaluu. Upon arrival at the scene, HFD crews saw flames from a distance and requested for a second alarm. Once the crews arrived at the scene, at approximately 9:50...
Hawaii-based K-Pop group, Crossing Rain, announces a farewell performance
HONOLULU (Island News) - Crossing Rain, a Hawaii-based K-Pop (Korean pop) musical group, announced on Instagram Saturday, that they will disband. Citing issues with the group's former management team, they said in a video, they had no choice "but to resign our activities as Crossing Rain". The post further explained...
Vendor disqualification delays Hawaii emergency management report of deadly wildfire
HONOLULU — The lone vendor selected to perform an after-action report of the Maui Emergency Management Agency’s response to the fatal Aug. 8 fires that killed 102 people and destroyed the heart of historic Lahaina town is non-compliant with state policies and unable to perform the work. “All...
Homegrown vs Cubs | 2024 12U Cal Ripken Regional Semi-Finals | Photo Gallery
The Mililani Homegrown baseball team overcame a four-run deficit against the Hawaii Kai Cubs to advance to the Cal Ripken Regional Championship game!. Mahalo to SportStan for supporting our coverage of the 12u Cal Ripken Regional Tournament!
‘Bows get out in the community with meet-and-greet at City Square
Fans got to meet some of their favorite University of Hawai’i players and coaches in a meet-and-greet event at the City Square Shopping Center in Kalihi Saturday morning. Members of the UH football, men’s volleyball and women’s and men’s basketball teams were featured. Hawai’i football coach...
The Construction Industry of Maui awards 3 Maui High School Students each a $25,000 scholarship
HONOLULU (Island News) -- The Construction Industry of Maui or CIM awards the Bob Poulson Scholarship of $75,000 to three Maui High School Seniors. The three outstanding Maui high school students were each awarded a $25,000 scholarship to further their education and pursue a career in the construction industry. The...
Autism Moms of Kona Spans Hawaii Island, Expands Festival
KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii (Island News) -- Autism Moms of Kona held its annual Sensory festival Sunday. The event in Kailua Kona kicked off with a VIP hour for kids with special needs, before opening its doors to supporters from the general public. "Since last year we've grown to about 500 members...
Hilo Juveniles Charged for Burglary and Other Property Crime Offenses
Two Hilo juveniles, one age 14, the other 15, were arrested and charged with burglary and other property offenses following incidents at both the Waiakea Elementary and Intermediate School campuses. A family member of the 15 year old turned him in at the Hilo Police Station after identifying him from...
Keepers at Pana‘ewa Zoo looking to public to help name its latest arrival
Zoo keepers at Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo and Garden are looking to the public to help them name their latest arrival, a binturong, that traveled nearly 12,000 miles to take up residency in Hilo. The 11-month-old male binturong came from the Belgrade Zoo in Serbia. Mindy Runnells, Pana’ewa Recreational Complex...
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