Governor wins re-election in U.S. Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Nov 24, 2009
The commonwealth is located about 3,800 miles southwest of Hawaii. HonoluluAdvertiser. (Honolulu Advertiser)
UH campuses will be closed Friday Nov 24, 2009
All 10 campuses in the University of Hawaii system will be closed to the public Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, according to the UH administration. The closure is due to the recently settled contract with UH employees who are members of the Hawaii Government Employees Association, and the university's effort to reduce energy costs because of a budget shortfall ... All 10 campuses in the University of Hawaii system will be closed to the public Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, according to... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Danielson named WAC volleyball player of the week, UH still No. 3 Nov 24, 2009
It is the fifth weekly honor for the Hawaii sophomore hitter and sixth of her career ... In today's poll, Hawaii (26-2) remained No. 3 for the seventh consecutive week ... It is the fifth weekly honor for the Hawaii sophomore hitter and sixth of her career. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Hawaii counties see budget crunch ahead Nov 24, 2009
The counties' contract with the Hawaii Government Employees Association also allows up to 24 furlough days in the next fiscal year, and officials hope concessions come from contract talks with the United Public Workers union. big isle cost cuts. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Philippine police search for Hawaii man in alleged road-rage slaying Nov 24, 2009
Jason Ivler, 28, from Hawaii, was identified by witnesses as a driver involved in a traffic accident in Manila on Wednesday ... Jason Ivler, 28, from Hawaii, was identified by witnesses as a driver involved in a traffic accident in Manila on Wednesday ... 00003B26 Hawaii News. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Seniors disappointed after another loss Nov 23, 2009
Last year, Notre Dame finished 6-6 and snapped their bowl-losing streak with a 49-21 rout of the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors in the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl. The Hawaii Bowl victory led many students to believe this season would go a great deal better than it actually has. (The Observer, IN)
Staying alive Nov 23, 2009
View our photo galleries of all University of Hawaii sports ... BY HawaiiWarriorBeat. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Fallen local soldier honored in Hawaii Nov 23, 2009
KANEOHE BAY, Hawaii Military personnel, family and friends gathered on Tuesday at Marines Corps Base Hawaii to honor the nine Marines including Lance Cp. Alfonso Ochoa Jr. of Hanford and one Navy corpsman killed in action during deployment this year in Afghanistan. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Employers pay more for Hawaii worker health insurance Nov 23, 2009
Hawaii employers paid an average of $3,380 a year for each full-time employee s health insurance in 2008, according to a new report. The report was compiled by and the for the with data from the , the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality and the State of Hawaii Databook ... It highlights what local employers have known for years they pay the major share of health insurance costs in Hawaii and that burden continues to get heavier. (Pacific Business News, HI)
AP: GOP Governors Push for 2010 Party Rebirth Nov 23, 2009
Democrats, conversely, are looking to pick up GOP-controlled seats in Arizona and Nevada, and Republican-held open seats in Florida, California, Minnesota, Vermont, Rhode Island and Hawaii. Ed Goeas, a Republican pollster, said gubernatorial candidates - unlike Senate and House candidates - have a chance to rebuild the GOP's image as a party that delivers more efficient and effective government. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Letters for Sunday, November 22, 2009 (772) Nov 23, 2009
manawai wrote on Nov 22, 2009 8:59 AM:" RE: Sustainability, a new idea?The key factor here was that this was during the pre-union days of Hawaii. It was after WW2 that unions were formed and the cost of farm labor rose to a point where only certain commodity crops could be raised here successfully. And as we have seen, even those are now no longer economically viable. Of course, we can physically grow enough food to feed ourselves on Kauai! That's not the issue. The issue is that it cannot be... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Hawaii sweeps WAC volleyball awards Nov 23, 2009
No. 3 Hawaii dominated the Western Athletic Conference volleyball postseason awards announced at tonight s tournament banquet in Las Vegas, taking the three top honors and placing all seven regular starters on either the first or second teams. Sophomore hitter Kanani Danielson kept the Hawaii streak alive when being named Player of the Year ... A Wahine has shared or won outright the honor every season since Hawaii joined the conference in 1996. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Ireland wins Miss World contest Nov 23, 2009
They wrapped themselves in fur coats on a snowy Great Wall and unpacked their swimsuits on the southern island of Hainan dubbed as "China's Hawaii". The city of Sanya has spent more than $30 million sprucing itself up for the cameras, as the show for the first time was to be shown on China's state television. (Yahoo News -- Beauty Pageants)
China set for Miss World contest Nov 23, 2009
They wrapped themselves in fur coats on a snowy Great Wall and unpacked their swimsuits on the southern island of Hainan dubbed as "China's Hawaii". The televised finals are expected to begin on Saturday at about 1300 GMT - with China hoping for a record audience. (Yahoo News -- Beauty Pageants)
In the end, Jon & Kate too sad even for fans Nov 23, 2009
In November 2008 barely more than a year ago an episode aired in which Jon and Kate renewed their wedding vows in Hawaii. advertisement. (MSNBC -- News)
* Japans Obama town ecstatic over mention PWp Nov 23, 2009
The president clearly looked at us and recognized us, said an excited Seiji Fujihara, who leads a dance troupe that performed a hula dance in honor of the president, who was born in Hawaii. I was so touched when President Obama mentioned our town, Fujihara gushed. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Sonar Used Before Whales Hit Shore Nov 23, 2009
The Navy has acknowledged that vessels on maneuver off Hawaii last month used their sonar periodically in the 20 hours before a large pod of melon-headed whales unexpectedly came to shore in the area ... Beachgoers watch as a pod of about 200 melon-headed whales swim near shore July 3 in Hanalei Bay, Hawaii ... The new Navy information about when the sonar was used off Hawaii was first made public in late July, at a meeting of the federal Marine Mammal Commission focused on how to limit the... (Yahoo News -- Whales and Dolphins)
Bulldogs sneak previews: Men's basketball and WAC volleyball tournament Nov 23, 2009
Schedule: Today, 5 p.m., No. 3 seed Idaho vs. No. 6 Boise State; 7:30 p.m., No. 4 Nevada vs. No. 5 Fresno State; Tuesday, 5 p.m., 3-6 winner vs. No. 2 New Mexico State; 7 p.m., 4-5 winner vs. No. 1 Hawaii ... The skinny: Third-ranked Hawaii won its 14th straight WAC regular-season title. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
More of this story Nov 23, 2009
busybody wrote on Nov 22, 2009 6:53 AM:" In my opinion, all of these lost instructional days, expensive litigation, and aggravation could've been avoided or at least minimized with a little bit of an open mind about raising the excise tax one small penny on the dollar.Legislators brought it on themselves, and worse, upon us, by canonizing the 4.167%Raising by 1% doesn't even move Hawaii out of the lowest excise tax bracket in the nation.Silly short-sighted ignorance and stubborness. " ...... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Police Identify Gunman in Saipan Rampage Nov 23, 2009
Saipan is the main island of the U.S. Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, which has about 60,000 residents and is about 3,800 miles southwest of Hawaii. Saipan is a popular tourist destination among South Koreans, with more than 111,000 South Koreans visiting the island in 2008, according to the Marianas Visitors Authority. (CBS News)
BREAKING NEWS MMA fighter arrested Nov 23, 2009
thewholerealstory wrote on Nov 22, 2009 7:49 PM:" Hahahaha its funny you said that mutantme because any where else he probably would have been shot and killed. I'm from kauai and i now reside on the mainland and officers up here will shoot you if you just try to run away. Its been done many of times up here so he's just lucky to be living in hawaii or his funeral might be in the process right now. So with that said the officers did the right thing and tasered him it could be alot worse than just... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Pirates stay on track for C-USA title game Nov 23, 2009
However, if the Pirates were to lose in the conference title game, they would likely play in the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl, which is affiliated with the Western Athletic Conference. EAST CAROLINA 37, UAB 21. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bad Break For Record Breaker Nov 23, 2009
293 Rashaun Woods Oklahoma State 293 Davone Bess Hawaii 9. 292 Dorien Bryant Purdue 292 Jarett Dillard Rice 292 Jason Rivers Hawaii 12. (Unlvrebels.com)
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CU men's basketball coach Jeff Bzdelik left Hawaii on Sunday afternoon on a flight for Chicago after receiving news that his mother has fallen ill. Bzdelik will not coach the team in the EA Sports Maui Invitational, which begins on Monday. (Colorado Sports -- Rivals.com)
Cougars Head to Great Alaska Shootout Nov 23, 2009
ABOUT THE SEAWOLVES: An NCAA Division II basketball member, the Seawolves are 2-0 with victories over American Sports University and Hawaii Pacific. Two players are averaging double figure points, led by Malcolm Campbell with 15. (Pac-10.org)
Restocked and ready Nov 23, 2009
The prize catch -- at least based on last week's road victory over Hawaii Pacific plus a pair of games in California -- could be Campbell. He quickly established himself as an offensive force in the paint, a big man whose long legs make him difficult to guard. (Anchorage Daily News)
A look at how the Shootout shakes out Nov 23, 2009
He leads the team in scoring through three games, including 17 points in a win at Hawaii Pacific University. ONE SHINING MOMENT: The 2007-08 Seawolves won the most games in school history (29) and lost only three times to Division II teams. (Anchorage Daily News)
WILDCAT NOTEBOOK: The new guy just gets it Nov 23, 2009
In fact, Miller and the Wildcats left for Hawaii on Friday morning to adjust to the time difference ... It ll be the first trip to Hawaii for pretty much everyone on this roster. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
USS Texas fast attack sub arrives at new Pearl Harbor home tomorrow Nov 23, 2009
The arrival of the Texas in Pearl Harbor marks the second Virginia-class sub to be stationed in the Pacific, following the arrival of the USS Hawaii in July. Commissioned Sept. 9, 2006, the Texas was the second Virginia-class attack sub built and the first submarine to be named after the state of Texas. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hawaii lands coveted APEC meeting with concerted effort Nov 23, 2009
White House spokesman Adam Abrams said the president "is looking forward to putting his home state front and center, showcasing both Hawaiian hospitality and American ingenuity to the world.". "As the president mentioned in Singapore, when he announced that Hawai'i would host the 2011 APEC leaders summit, America is a Pacific nation whose economic ties to the Asia-Pacific are strong and enduring and whose president was shaped by this part of the globe," Abrams said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Tamiflu-resistant swine flu cluster reported Nov 23, 2009
CDC officials also said reports have been increasing in a few states, including Maine and Hawaii. They said it s hard to know whether the epidemic has peaked or not. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Survivor full of gratitude Nov 23, 2009
On the afternoon of Feb. 1, Nicholas Iwamoto was preparing to join the Hawaii Army National Guard ... Those who would like to help defray Nicholas Iwamoto's medical expenses can send a check to Friends of Nicholas Iwamoto, P.O. Box 241076, Honolulu, HI 96824 or make a contribution to the fund at any Bank of Hawaii. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Too few officers, too many crimes Nov 23, 2009
He s young, just out of Hawaii Pacific University, the son of an Atlanta doctor. He wants to join the FBI and someday maybe start his own company. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Isles, nation demand focus on joblessness Nov 23, 2009
Click the top link on top of the page to download the "Handbook for Hawaii's Workers.". Hire Net Hawaii (), the state's job search engine. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Good Neighborhood Fund: Rebuilding their lives Nov 23, 2009
Rebuilding their lives - Hawaii News - Starbulletin ... Both are run by Helping Hands Hawaii ... " About the same time, Sabanal's husband lost his job, so his mother opened her home to the couple and their four children until they found a place. Now the Sabanals are living at the Onemalu Transitional Shelter in Kalaeloa, and both are working. But after paying for rent and household expenses, there is nothing left to buy clothes for the kids and a nice Christmas dinner, Sabanal said. That's where... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Late civic leader Yap to receive UH medal Nov 23, 2009
The University of Hawaii Board of Regents will award its Medal of Distinction to the late William Kwai-Fong Yap, a businessman and civic leader who helped the College of Hawaii become the University of Hawaii ... The Legislature passed a bill that year to establish the University of Hawaii and more than doubled appropriations for higher education, according to a memo to the regents supporting the recommendation to award Yap the medal ... The University of Hawaii Board of Regents will award its... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Donor scandals Nov 23, 2009
According to a lawsuit filed in June by Harvey Silverman of New York, Roberts persuaded Silverman to invest in real estate projects, then secretly built up credit lines in Silverman's name that he used to pay for a Bentley, homes for family members, a Hawaii honeymoon, privately chartered flights around the world and other accoutrements of his "lavish lifestyle." ... According to a lawsuit filed in June by Harvey Silverman of New York, Roberts persuaded Silverman to invest in real estate... (The Palm Beach Post)
Swine flu puts airlines, travelers in tough spot Nov 23, 2009
The Hawaiian Islands are the perfect vacation destination for travelers of all types ... Earlier this month, a woman traveling home to Hawaii was ordered by flight attendants to leave a United Airlines plane set to depart Tampa, Fla. (MSNBC -- Travel)
CDC: Swine flu cases seem to be dropping in US Nov 23, 2009
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Fighting Irish Finish Hoosierland Invite On Strong Note Nov 23, 2009
The program will head to Hawaii after Christmas for its annual winter training trip. "It's always a good thing when the team performs their best during the final session of a meet like this," Irish head coach said. (Und.com)
On the safe side Nov 23, 2009
Crime in Hawaii has fallen to its lowest level since data collection started in 1975, with theft and murder rates plunging over the past decade ... Led by a steep drop in property offenses, which account for the vast majority of crimes in Hawaii, the state's overall crime rate in 2008 dropped 13 percent over the previous year and 23 percent over the past decade ... The data is contained in a report, "Crime in Hawaii 2008," recently posted online by the Department of the Attorney General's... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
UH move to downtown was deemed too costly Nov 23, 2009
QUESTION: Whatever happened to plans to move the University of Hawaii system administration off-campus to downtown Honolulu ... The resolution noted: "The present location of the University of Hawaii System is an obstacle to the clear separation of function and of lines of authority that is needed for the effective administration of both the University of Hawaii System and the University of Hawaii at Manoa." ... QUESTION: Whatever happened to plans to move the University of Hawaii system... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Terps Open Play Monday in Maui Nov 23, 2009
LAHAINA, Hawaii - No. 25 Maryland opens its vist to the EA Sports Maui Invitational on Monday with a game against host Chaminade. The Silverswords are playing their first official game of the season, and annually serve as the host school for the tournament, which each year draws one of the top fields in the country. (Umterps.com)
In Plymouth, crowds watch a cornucopia of fun Nov 22, 2009
5-mile parade, which typically draws more than 120,000 people, included floats celebrating everything from turkeys to the 50th state s 50th anniversary - with a volcanic mountain, hula dancers, and the theme from Hawaii Five-O.. It s a historical parade. (Boston Globe)
Five things to watch: Northwestern Nov 22, 2009
EVANSTON - For Wisconsin, Saturday's Big Ten finale represents a chance to improve its bowl prospects before the season concludes at Hawaii. For Northwestern, a win over the Badgers would equal the two schools conference records and help the Wildcats move up in the bowl pecking order. (Wisconsin Sports -- Rivals.com)
Millicent Cummings performing tonight Nov 22, 2009
Tickets are $25 general admission, $20 for Hawaii Public Radio members and $15 for students with ID.. Visit for more information or call 955-8821. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Expats find provisions plum-pudding perfect Nov 22, 2009
One homesick soul even paid to have a Christmas pudding sent overnight to Hawaii. Local customers needn t go to such lengths. (Boston Globe)
Infant's remains returned to couple Nov 22, 2009
Kalani lost a Hawaiian bracelet with her name on it ... Kalani lost a Hawaiian bracelet with her name on it. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Probe of disability claims sought Nov 22, 2009
The federally funded state workers who process disability claims are now taking furloughs as part of a new two-year contract between the state and the Hawaii Government Employees Association. "We're furloughing them because we have to," said Lillian Koller, the director of the state Department of Human Services. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Mantria wants to sell Hawaii firm Nov 22, 2009
"Right now we are working with a Hawaiian company who is looking to purchase the assets of CDI," said Christine Gresh, an executive administrative assistant, in an e-mail. The SEC filed charges earlier this week against Mantria and four people affiliated with the company, accusing them of duping more than 300 investors out of $30 million by promising double-digit returns from environmentally friendly investment opportunities. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Swimming and Diving Completes Day Two at Purdue Invitational Nov 22, 2009
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8Pennsylvania Residents Fight for Right to Hang Laundry» Nov 22, 2009
Florida, Utah, Maine, Vermont, Colorado, and Hawaii have passed laws restricting the rights of local authorities to stop residents using clotheslines. Another five states are considering similar measures, said Lee, 35, a former lawyer who quit to run the non-profit group. (Fox News)
COASTLINE MEMORIALS Nov 22, 2009
State may stop ignoring private memorials on Hawaii shorelines. Memorials cemented onto rocks called inappropriate, illegal, threat to tide pools. (Honolulu Advertiser)
No. 14 Sun Devils Fall To No. 9 Xavier, 59-46 Nov 22, 2009
Arizona State heads to Hawaii Friday. Kali Bennett and Xavier center Ta'Shia Phillips fight for the ball. (Thesundevils.com)
Air Force Men Finish Third at Toshiba Classic Nov 22, 2009
5) and Hawaii (1109), while placing ahead of conference foes Utah and BYU.. The top overall finish for the Falcons came in the 400 medley relay, where the team of (Jr. (Airforcesports.com)
Chargers run away with 2009 state title Nov 22, 2009
He opened Boerne Champion in 2008 with a state title and now has won this years crown to go along with one that he won in Hawaii for a total of five. Fulkerson said all four championships in Boerne are meaningful. (Boerne Star, TX)
Unlock the universe Nov 22, 2009
Faculty and students from the UH Department Physics and Astronomy will start the open house with an 8:30 a.m. welcome session in the Hawaii Institute of Geophysics' auditorium, then will spread out across 11 sites to conduct presentations on density and buoyancy, anti-matter, cosmic ray physics, the Antarctic Impulsive Transient Antenna and the Large Hadron Collider. A full schedule of open house events is available at. (Honolulu Advertiser)
UH West Hawaii development plan advances Nov 22, 2009
By Kim EatonWest Hawaii Today. The University of Hawaii West Hawaii Center has cleared one hurdle, but several more remain before the community finally sees construction of a long-promised West Hawaii campus ... The first phase also includes the development of about 24,000 square feet, quite a step up from the current 13,000-square-foot facility the university is now leasing, Hawaii Community College chancellor Rockne Freitas said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Firm buys $7.6M stake in HawTel Nov 22, 2009
Cerberus' presence in Isles found in such hotels as Mauna Kea, Royal Hawaiian ... A private equity firm that controls some of Hawai'i top hotels will become a shareholder in Hawaiian Telcom Inc. ... 6 million of Hawaiian Telcom's bank debt from from JPMorgan Chase Bank. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Mauna Kea management plan advances Nov 22, 2009
By Peter SurHawaii Tribune-Herald. The University of Hawaii Board of Regents approved two sub-plans for the management of Mauna Kea on Thursday, clearing the way for review by the state land board ... Kahu Ku Mauna will be given the responsibility of working with Hawaiians toward the development of procedures and protocols for cultural issues. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Warriors defeat San Jose State, 17-10, in overtime Nov 22, 2009
Wright-Jackson finished with 65 yards on 10 carries while Alex Green ran for 81 yards as Hawaii piled up 405 yards of offense ... Hawaii's Leon Wright-Jackson, right, runs into the end zone untouched, scoring the winning touchdown in overtime, beating San Jose State 17-10 ... Hawaii's Rocky Savaiigaea (92) leads the charge to celebrate with coaches and teammates after beating San Jose State in overtime 17-10. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hawaii Legislature agrees to session on school furloughs Nov 22, 2009
With the understanding that money from the rainy day fund will likely be made available, the question now turns to whether the Hawaii State Teachers Association will agree to convert noninstructional days to classroom time ... "While Lingle's proposal looked like a turning point, questions from the state Board of Education about whether $50 million from the rainy day fund is enough and silence from the teachers union on giving up planning days are signs of complications.Lingle made it clear... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Jim Stitt draws Anchor Steam's labels Nov 22, 2009
In 1995, it was a coconut palm from a photograph he took while on vacation in Hawaii. Others, Maytag says, "are much more personal.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Hawaii jobless rate holds at 7.2% Nov 22, 2009
Hawaii jobless rate holds at 7 ... Forecasts for both Bank of Hawaii and First Hawaiian Bank call for higher unemployment next year as the state's economy stabilizes and then begins to show some improvement during the second half of 2010. (Honolulu Advertiser)
One year later: Barnes still discovering freedom Nov 22, 2009
And when the time is right, Barnes hopes to travel to Australia, Las Vegas, and Hawaii places he never thought he d ever be able to see as long as he was locked up. I d like to go to Hawaii and sit on the white sand, looking at the blue water, holding one of those drinks with the little umbrella in it, and just not worry about anything, Barnes said, his face beaming. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)