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Manu O Ke Kai dominates for 6th straight Na Ohana O Na Hui Waa paddling title
HONOLULU — It was, in the estimation of Manu O Ke Kai president and coach Dave Fuga, a “massive process.”. There was finding a suitable location, then sanding, and more sanding – eight layers of varnish to get through. “It’s pretty crazy, but we’ve got access to...
MPD identify victim who died in Kaanapali highway attack
The Maui Police Department have identified the 53-year-old man as Sione Paletua of Wailuku. MPD continues to extend its condolences to Mr. Paletua’s family and friends. On Monday, July 22, 46-year-old Seniola Kafoa Jr. of Lahaina was charged with Attempted Murder in the Second Degree. Kafoa remains in police custody with his bail set at $500,000/
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 […]
$6.5M boost for cyberinfrastructure capacity, training in the Pacific
A University of Hawaiʻi project to enhance cyberinfrastructure adoption, capacity and training in the Pacific region earned a 5-year, $6.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation. Cyberinfrastructure refers to the integrated computing systems, data storage and management facilities, advanced instruments, visualization environments and the people who operate and...
County leaders applaud emergency response to fast-moving blaze in Wailuku
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Wailuku residents were on high alert Monday while the Piihana brush fire triggered mandatory and voluntary evacuations, which has since been lifted. The crisis was a test of Maui County emergency operations. And county leaders said first responders and emergency management officials passed. Maui County Council member...
Maui Council’s housing bills setting example for whole state
When it comes to promoting housing growth, some of the most important work takes place at the county level. That’s why my colleagues and I at the Grassroot Institute of Hawaii have been deeply involved in advocating housing reform at both the state and county levels. Year-round, we work...
Breaking: Concerns over Pioneer Mill smokestack prompt partial closure of Lahainaluna Road as safety precaution
Structural evaluations of the Pioneer Mill smokestack documented concerns about its condition, prompting the County of Maui Department of Public Works to close Lahainaluna Road between Honoapi‘ilani Highway and Kuhua Street, effective 3 p.m. Monday, July 22, 2024. While evidence of cracking and spalling around the base of the...
Stronger winds linger in the forecast
HONOLULU (KHON2) – High pressure system far north of the state will continue to drive trade winds to the region for much of the week. A trough south of the high has been hampering some of the stronger trades from reaching the islands, but that trough is expected to weaken and move to the west […]
EMS: Hiker rescued after falling from ledge on popular Makiki hiking trail
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A hiker has been rescued after falling from a 40-foot ledge on a popular Makiki hiking trail on Sunday, Honolulu EMS said. The incident happened just after 9:30 a.m. at Makiki Valley Trail. Officials began with a search on foot and then secured a landing zone nearby...
‘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 […]
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...
Big Island police seek endangered missing 28-year-old man
Big Island police are asking the public if anyone has seen a missing man who is considered endangered. Anthony Moniz III was last contacted at 2:30 p.m. today. The 28-year-old is 5-foot-11, 160 lbs., with brown eyes and black hair. Anyone who has any information about Moniz’s whereabouts should call...
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