Ala Moana plans show confidence

POSTED: 01:30 a.m. HST, Jun 26, 2012

~~<p>Sears' departure from Ala Moana Center in 2014 will result in more than a substitute tenant at the Ewa end of Hawaii's largest mall; it will mean a significant expansion that will draw more shoppers, and bring a substantial reinvestment in retail.</p>
<p>An expansion of shops in what has been a virtually empty parking lot out to Piikoi Street and up four levels should bring new life to the giant plaza and could play a large role in Honolulu's economic recovery.</p>
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Sears' departure from Ala Moana Center in 2014 will result in more than a substitute tenant at the Ewa end of Hawaii's largest mall; it will mean a significant expansion that will draw more shoppers, and bring a substantial reinvestment in retail.

An expansion of shops in what has been a virtually empty parking lot out to Piikoi Street and up four levels should bring new life to the giant plaza and could play a large role in Honolulu's economic recovery. Login for more...