Search continues for hit-and-run driver in Koloa
KOLOA — The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) continues to search for the driver involved in last week’s hit-and-run that left a 72-year-old Koloa resident in serious condition.
Lifeguard tower hours extended on Kaua‘i
LIHU‘E — Swimming is one of the most popular activities on the Garden Island and officials with the Ocean Safety Bureau (OSB) have committed more of their time to assist residents and guests so they can continue to have a safe and enjoyable visit at the beach.
Free concerts start May 3 at Kaua‘i Community College
LIHU‘E — Sarah Tochiki, the band instructor at Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School and conductor of several of the Kaua‘i Community College bands, announced the calendar of free concerts for May.
Obituaries for Friday, April 26, 2024
• Aletha ‘Puna’ Kawelukawahinehololioolimaloa Goodwin Kaohi • Kelvin K. Kanahele, Sr. • Rochelle Nora Paalua (Nishibata) San Agustin • Glenda Vierra
Gov. Green pledges to sign rentals legislation
HONOLULU — Gov. Josh Green on Tuesday pledged to sign a bill into law that would give each county clear authority over vacation rentals — including the possibility of banning them — if it arrives on his desk, as expected.
Hawaiian Airlines posts loss of $137.6M in Q1
HONOLULU — Hawaiian Holdings Inc., the parent company of Hawaiian Airlines, improved revenue and continued investments during the first quarter, but deepened losses as it grappled with rising operating costs and other headwinds while pursuing a merger with Alaska Airlines.
Obituaries for Thursday, April 25, 2024
• Annette Cha Cha Kaluahine • Aletha Kawelukawahinehololioolimaloa Goodwin Kaohi • Rochelle Nora Paalua (Nishibata) San Agustin • Matthew James Ornellas Jr.
Kapa‘a house fire causes $500K in damage
KAPA‘A — A residential fire displaced three people and caused an estimated $500,000 in damage on Saturday evening.
HOOSER: It’s shameful — politics at its worst
There was no shortage of new bombshells falling on the Hawai‘i public policy battlefield this past week. The New York Times reported for the whole world to see what many of us already know, “Pay-to-play is woven into the DNA of the statehood of Hawai‘i,” said Camron Hurt, director of Common Cause Hawai‘i.
Obituaries for Wednesday, April 24, 2024
• Thomas Galicinao Soriano • Geraldine Noelani Kanahele • Sandra Momilani Muragin • Arthur Wentworth Keale • Elaine Kaleiohi Fernandez • Desiree Kuilani Tung Loong • Gregoria ‘Jeannie’ Oroc • Gerald ‘Jim’ James McDowall • Vivian Teruyo Pereira • Gladys Haruko Iha • Kathleen ‘Kathy’ Watts • Frederick Kenneth Chaundy • Hillie Andam Gallegos • James Pycha
Thirty Meter Telescope project dependent on NSF funding
HILO, Hawai‘i — The fate of the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) rests in the hands of the Hawaiian community, observatory officials say.
Authorities on the lookout for distracted motorists
LIHU‘E — The state of Hawai’i is encouraging motorist to prioritize road safety by refraining from using their cellphones while driving. Recent data ranks Hawai‘i as the second highest state in the nation for fatal crashes, making it imperative that drivers remain vigilant while on the road.
Enrollment to open for keiki and junior lifeguard programs
LIHU‘E — Registration for the 2024 keiki and junior lifeguard programs has been officially announced.
Births for Tuesday, April 23, 2024
• Alice Belle Phobai • Leighton Roy Valentino Cabreira IV • Jacob Jr Kilma • Kilia Leimomi Koetje • Nohealani Rosalani Trini-Marie Planas-Aiwohi • Gunnar James Michael Nakoa Niehaus-Troche
Obituary for Tuesday, April 23, 2024
• Kelvin K. Kanahele
Happy Camper for Monday, April 22, 2024
Teya Silva was just one of the more than 60 vendors taking part in The Beach House Craft Fair on Sunday near Prince Kuhio Park where the high water mark from last week’s flooding clearly marked the height of flood waters.
Proposed tourism impact fee dies for now
HONOLULU — An effort to increase the state hotel tax by $25 to offset the impact of visitors on the environment and climate change has stalled this legislative session but the concept of a “green fee” remains alive and will likely return with a new funding plan next session.
Malama Kaua‘i summer meal box program looking for volunteers
LIHU‘E — Malama Kaua‘i announced the Kaukau 4 Keiki summer meal box program, as well as a call for volunteers to help.
Births for Monday, April 22, 2024
• Koen Kawelo Akio Malama • Ruby Rose Pumehana Kuhaulua • Akela Kawaiolamaikalani Maka Hamada-Yokotake • Irie Reign Ferrara
Obituaries for Monday, April 22, 2024
• Shizue ‘Sue’ Sakihama • Hillie Andam Gallegos