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New laws address affordable rental lease extensions, Honolulu Zoo sponsorships

The bill was supported by Honolulu Zoo Society President Paul Dyson, who testified that the bill “will create an alternative revenue stream that will increase the city's ability to improve the Honolulu Zoo and to provide enhanced levels of service and ... >> view original

Stolen totem pole in Honolulu Museum of Art returned to Alaska tribe - Honolulu Star

Museum officials didn't know the pole was stolen. With permission from tribal leaders, Langdon came to Honolulu in 2013 to examine the pole, setting into motion a repatriation process funded by the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. >> view original

Int. environmental group to host first U.S. conference at Honolulu Zoo

Next year, The International Union for the Conservation of Nature will hold its first conference in the United States right here in Honolulu. It's the world's largest and oldest environmental group with experts from 185 countries. A handful of ... >> view original

Honolulu officials consider easing city's fireworks ban

Committee OKs eased fireworks banHonolulu Star-Advertiser >> view original

Honolulu Police Commission says it lacks 'evidence' to put police chief on leave

Police Commission opts against disciplining chiefHonolulu Star-Advertiser >> view original

Developer Peter Savio's Honolulu affordable housing project sells out

Hawaii developer Peter Savio's Honolulu affordable housing project, which launched sales in the spring of last year, has sold out, he confirmed to PBN. The 162 units in the former Pagoda Hotel annex, near Walmart and Ala Moana Center, were priced ... >> view original

Residents say Honolulu Airport maintenance issues a concern

Broken equipment and maintenance problems at Honolulu International Airport are irking some residents and visitors. Travelers shared photos with Hawaii News Now that show "out of order" toilets and other problems. One woman wondered why an “out of ... >> view original

Tickets for the US WNT vs. T&T in Honolulu Go On Sale Oct. 27

CHICAGO (Oct. 20, 2015) – Tickets for the first U.S. Women's National Team match in the state of Hawaii will go on sale on Oct. 27. The USA's meeting with Trinidad & Tobago on Dec. 6 at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu will kick off at 3 p.m. local time (8 p ... >> view original

Honolulu offers hikes through rain forests and snorkeling

Honolulu is a bustling metropolis with great restaurants just minutes from rain forest hiking trails and snorkeling spots. The state of Hawaii's capital, located on the island of Oahu, is also an excellent place to learn about World War II as well as ... >> view original

Honolulu City Council proposes a change to Christmas tree ban in public places

“There was a restriction against it so it was an item they felt did hurt the visitors who came,” said Honolulu Councilmember Ernie Martin. “It is a very attractive display during that time of the year, but also for the local residents as well. The ... >> view original