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Varcoe: Alberta premier ‘open to conversations’ on stimulating investment in new oilsands projects
It was almost 30 years ago when Jean Chretien’s federal government reached a historic understanding with Ralph Klein’s Alberta government and the Canadian energy industry to ignite a wave of investment in the oilsands. Read More
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New Oahu field use rules causing concern among youth leagues
The City of Honolulu has implemented a new pilot program to better manage sports field permits on Oahu, which has been met with criticism from some established leagues who feel it is unfair and could push them out.
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Strong demand anticipated for Preschool Open Doors tuition help
The Preschool Open Doors program in Hawaii is accepting applications for tuition assistance starting May 29, for the upcoming school year, and now includes two-year-olds and four-year-olds not eligible for kindergarten in the 2027-2028 school year.
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Police commission defends choice of outsider as Honolulu’s next police chief
Former San Francisco Assistant Chief David Lazar selected as Honolulu’s new police chief, despite strong support for internal candidate.
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Longtime promoter Scott Coker’s return to MMA is a win for Hawaii
Veteran MMA promoter Scott Coker is set to launch a new fight league in 2027, a move that could once again bring major mixed martial arts events to Hawaiʻi. Coker, whose previous promotion Bellator MMA held eight events at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center, helped provide opportunities for numerous Hawaiʻi fighters, including Yancy Medeiros, Kai…
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Gov. Green signs income tax bill, others into law
Gov. Josh Green signed four measures into law on Thursday, May 21, to strengthen public services, support working families, and improve government operations across Hawaiʻi, including bills relating to income tax, emergency appropriations, commercial driver’s licenses, and port pilotage.
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Local health officials weigh in on central Africa Ebola outbreak, assess risk to Hawaii
The Hawaii State Department of Health is monitoring the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, and while there is no direct link to Hawaii, they will continue to monitor the situation closely.
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Need 2 Know: Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaii at Ala Moana Beach
The 28th annual Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawai’i ceremony will take place on May 25, 2026, at Ala Moana Beach, with designated parking zones, a free shuttle, and limited accessible parking available, and official lanterns to be distributed from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Long-time Lantern Floating Hawaii coordinator to be honored during ceremony
On Memorial Day, many will honor military members who died in service. Lantern Floating Hawaii will also provide local families a chance to remember their lost loved ones.