Friday, February 03, 2012
News
Kauai Mayor Bernard Carvalho acknowledged Thursday that he placed the Garden Island's police chief and two assistant chiefs on leave this week in response to an unspecified "employee-generated complaint" to his office and the Kauai Police Commission. Story »
Dragging buoys and a nest of fishing lines,an adult humpback whale apparently didn't want anything to do with a motorized boat carrying a federal rescue team intent on cutting away the snarled mess, disappearing Thursday afternoon after several hours of pursuit. Story »
A federal jury in Honolulu found a California man guilty Wednesday of shipping 28 pounds of methamphetamine to Hawaii by hiding the drug in the drive shafts of two vehicles. Story »
The state Sheriff Division is working on a project to establish a permanent presence at Mayor Wright Homes in Kapalama to keep residents safe, the state sheriff said Thursday. Story »
One Occupy Honolulu protester was arrested at Thomas Square on Thursday as city officials continued to rid Oahu sidewalks of personal items under a nearly 2-month-old ordinance. Story »
Should state lawmakers be able to accept free tickets to an annual public-affairs dinner? How about a garden party to promote agriculture? A public-school fundraiser? A beauty contest? Story »
Tax collections earmarked for the city's $5.27 billion rail project would be better spent propping up the city's aging sewers and waste-water systems, mayoral candidate and former Gov. Ben Cayetano said, adding that he believes Gov. Neil Abercrombie would be receptive to discussing his plans for those funds. Story »
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At a Glance
For Friday, February 3, 2012
Plane damaged in hard landing • New House member resigns • Kenoi is ahead in fundraising
Teachers contract, Marines, oil pipeline
Hawaii State Teachers Association members overwhelmingly voted down a proposed six-year contract • Former Gov. Ben Cayetano formally announced his run for Honolulu mayor • Six Hawaii Marines were killed in the crash of a U.S. helicopter in Afghanistan • and more
For Friday, February 3, 2012
Police seek driver in hit-and-run • Man is arrested in stabbing attack • DNA evidence leads police to suspect • Homeless man held in robbery attempt • 4 who skipped court are sought
For Sunday, January 15, 2012
Each Sunday, the Star-Advertiser publishes Oahu vital statistics for marriage and civil union licenses and birth certificates filed with the state Department of Health's Vital Statistics System. The statistics cover the period ending the Thursday of the previous week.
For Friday, February 3, 2012
Victor Kay Carvalho • Eleanor Thelma Dias • Paul Arthur Dolan • Leonard Charles Ford • John Herbert Johnson • Fred Toshimi Karioka • Mary Kimiko Magota • Beatrice Gouveia Martin • Constancia Arcangel Masulit and more
For Friday, February 3, 2012
The Honolulu Star-Advertiser strives to make its news report fair and accurate. If you have a question or comment about news coverage, call Ed Lynch, managing editor/news, at 529-4758.
Columns
In this era of reinventing yourself and second careers, it shouldn't be remarkable that the top three contenders for Honolulu
mayor aren't particularly mayoral. Story »
For Friday, February 3, 2012
As those who have put themselves in harm's way to serve their country can attest, heroes come in all shapes, sizes and job
descriptions. Story »
My column last week about my fine day on the North Shore prompted several emails from readers asking if I would please share the location of my newly discovered sea horse pasture. Story »
Q: I discovered a wine not available in the islands, called the winery and had them ship me a case via FedEx. I wanted to share it with my son on Kauai, so packed a few bottles in the Styrofoam case I received and took it to UPS Kahala. They said I could not send wine between islands? Story »
I saw a Facebook mention of a PBS "American Masters" special on 1960s protest singer Phil Ochs and was distressed when I checked local listings and
realized I'd missed it. Story »
Our governor was uncharacteristically quiet over the holidays, but the airwaves seem back to all Neil, all the time as we plant tongue in cheek and "flASHback" on the week's news that amused and confused. Story »
When a motorcycle accident occurs, there's one question reporters always ask: Were they wearing helmets? On Wednesday a 51-year-old man was in critical condition after crashing his mo-ped in Kailua. He sustained head injuries and was not wearing a helmet. Story »
Listening to commercials, one would think that chemicals are harmful and should be avoided. Ads for carpet cleaning, household products, toiletries, pet foods and other products claim to be chemical free. Story »
A video system that makes observers feel like they are flying through the rings of Saturn is part of an impending upgrade at the Bishop Museum's Watumull Planetarium. With a state appropriation of $1.5 million, we will install a hybrid system, in which a state-of-the-art star machine will work with a full-dome video system to provide a full astronomical educational experience. Story »
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