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Central Pacific Bank celebrates its 70th anniversary
Central Pacific Bank celebrated its 70th anniversary yesterday by acknowledging its history and founding mission.
O‘ahu Returns to 100% Capacity at Entertainment Venues on Nov. 3
Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi today announced that indoor and outdoor organized entertainment events will return to 100% capacity for vaccinated residents a week from today, on Nov. 3, 2021. This includes a full capacity of 9,200 people at the University of Hawaiʻi’s Clarence T. C. Ching Stadium, Oʻahu’s largest outdoor venue.
Honolulu Mayor Announces Safe Access O‘ahu Program to Enter Establishments
The Safe Access O‘ahu program requires restaurants, bars, gyms, movie theaters, museums, arcades and other similar establishments, to ensure their employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to operate. Customers will also have to provide proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to enter the business.
Bars and Theaters Get Green Light to Operate on O‘ahu Starting June 19
Governor David Ige last night approved Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell’s proposal to re-open designated indoor and outdoor businesses, including bars and theaters on Oʻahu.
Blangiardi Announces Bid For Honolulu Mayor
The former Hawaii News Now general manager made his announcement in front of more than 100 supporters at Old Stadium Park in Mōʻiliʻili on Wednesday.
Island Mayors Reaffirm Resiliency As a Top Priority for Hawaiʻi
“Renewable energy is one of the key components to a resilient future,” said Mayor Arakawa.
Ways and Means Committee Passes Tax Bill
The Senate Committee on Ways and Means on Monday voted to pass SB1183 SD2 which addresses the surcharge on the state general excise tax.
HGEA Ratification Results Expected Tonight
The states largest labor union is expected to announce ratification voting results tonight on a tentative contract.
2 Hawaii Mayors Seek Clarity on HGEA Contract
The Governor announced an HGEA contract agreement, but at least two county mayors want more information.
Maui Mayoral Budget Reflects Downturn in Global Economy: 12 Furlough Days Proposed
By Wendy Osher The Mayor’s new budget proposal calls for 12 furlough days, real property tax rate adjustments and a fee increase for some services. Tavares said the furlough schedule affects HGEA and UPW workers as well as the Mayor’s directors and deputies and other managerial staff, reducing compensation for affected employees by 4.6%, and […]
Maui Mayor Expresses Appreciation for UPW Ratification
Mayor Charmaine Tavares joined Hawaii’s three other mayors in expressing gratitude over the United Public Workers Unit 1’s ratification vote for a new collective bargaining pact. Tavares said she is pleased with the approval vote of 88% Tavares said the collaboration demonstrates that when discussions are held face-to-face, agreements can be reached with good results. […]
Honolulu Rail Transit Project Enters Engineering Phase
Honolulu’s Rail Transit Project reached what is being called a “critical federal milestone” today. The Federal Transit Administration (“FTA”) approved the project application to enter Preliminary Engineering. U.S. Senator Daniel K. Inouye, who made the announcement said, “The competition for Preliminary Engineering among our nation’s cities is fierce. This approval is, in large part, a […]
NEW HANAIALII ALBUM SHOWCASES FRIENDS & FAMILY
Three time Grammy® Nominee and multi NÄ HÅkÅ« Hanohano award winner Amy HÄnaiali’i released her latest project titled Amy HÄnaiali’i: Friends & Family of Hawai’I today. The album features duets with 16 well known male vocalists and musicians of Hawai’i-including Palani Vaughan, Keali’i Reichel, John Cruz, Kaumaka’iwa Kanaka’ole and FIJI.  HÄnaiali’i remains the highest selling […]
