Column: Sewer fee hike to fund vital projects
It’s an honor to serve our community by providing the basic sanitation services that keep our island healthy and thriving. Read more
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Editorial: Big expectations for new University of Hawaii president
A new era at the University of Hawaii will dawn with the new year, now that Wendy Hensel has been selected as the UH system’s 16th president. Read more
Hawaii island police identify man, 56, found shot dead
A forensic pathologist determined that the man’s death was caused by a gunshot wound and ruled the death a homicide. Read more
Kauai students celebrate release of rescued Newell’s shearwaters
The annual bird fall-out programs are on all the main Hawaiian Islands, DLNR officials said. Read more
Hawaii’s high court takes on appeal of HMSA case
A suit alleges that in the cases of 30 different patients, HMSA rejected a doctor’s diagnoses or treatments, forcing those patients to go without treatment or pay for it out of pocket. Read more
Letter: Hirono ad sheds light on mainland priorities
I’ve been seeing a political ad from U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono and the one thing that stood out to me was that all the supporters shown are liberal or progressive TV personalities. Read more
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Letter: No new stadium for UH’s DII-quality football team
As a proud University of Hawaii graduate, I see no point in a new Aloha Stadium, which is all about UH football. Read more
Letter: Dog-walking cases chew through state resources
I was recently caught up in a legal ordeal for walking my dog in Kapiolani Park, which escalated into a six-month process involving legal representation, multiple court appearances and ultimately a $25 fine for simple trespass Read more
Column: Pilikia ka ‘ōnaehana aniau o ka moana ‘Akelanika
Synopsis: The system of ocean currents in the North Atlantic is on the verge of collapse due to climate change, according to a number of scientists. Read more
No Tricks, All Treats
As the saying goes, “Trick-or-treat. Smell my feet. Give me something good to eat!” And boy, do these places have something good to eat. Read more
Rearview Mirror: 3 great Hawaii basketball coaches who changed lives
If you ask people to point to someone who made a big difference in their lives, they will often mention a person who coached them as part of school athletics. Read more
Letter: On biodefense, U.S. can’t bear shortsighted Trump
The question of whether you are better off today than you were four years ago is particularly pertinent regarding Donald Trump’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
Letter: Cast ballot now to ensure that your vote is counted
I got my ballot on Oct. 17 in my mailbox. I attended to it immediately, doing a little research and fact-checking on the internet before returning it the next morning by hand to my postman, who checked to make sure I had signed it. Read more
Letter: Vote to affirm same-sex marriage protections
There is an important proposed amendment to our state Constitution this year. Our state Constitution still contains language allowing the Legislature to prohibit same-sex marriage. Read more
Letter: Young House candidate has bright career ahead
Although the Star-Advertiser’s endorsement of Lauren Matsumoto comes as no surprise, I think the editorial board shortchanged her opponent. It continues a tradition of ageism. Read more
Letter: Big steps needed for big results on homelessness
It was heartening to see Richard Borreca’s column about cooperation between Gov. Josh Green and Mayor Rick Blangiardi to create the Aala Respite facility (“Without political rivalry, governor and Honolulu mayor are able to address homelessness,” Star-Advertiser, On Politics, Sept. 22). Read more
Off the news: Youths turn out the vote at Honolulu Hale
It was encouraging to see Tuesday’s show of youth activism, with hundreds of teens waving “vote” signs before walking to Honolulu Hale to drop off their general election ballots or to cheer on the process. Read more
Column: Japan’s snap election could strain ties
In recent years, the U.S.-Japan alliance has drawn dramatically closer. This is mainly driven by mutual fear of China’s rise and intentions especially in regard to Taiwan, shared concern about East Asian shipping routes, and the North Korean nuclear weapons program. Read more
Editorial: Trust OHA stewards needed
The trustees for the Office of Hawaiian Affairs oversee OHA’s priorities, policies and actions, and must steward agency resources. Read more
Get That Dough
Donut King opened its fourth Oahu location at Kaneohe Bay Shopping Center on Oct. 11. Read more
A Tasty Tofu Side
Keep a package of Asian-style vegetables in your freezer and a block of firm tofu in the fridge and you’ll be able to quickly put together this easy meal at any time. Read more
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