Question: To get a driver learner’s permit, you can take the written test online. But you can’t do it on a cell phone. Why? We do everything on our phones. The IRS even lets you file your taxes on your phone. Read more
Question: Is the pavilion at Old Stadium Park made available on a first-come, first-served basis? Is that why homeless people and their unleashed, constantly barking dogs are able to stay there throughout the day and night, day to day? Read more
Question: What is the correct procedure to inform a restaurant about an apparent case of food poisoning? Should I call? Show up in person? I’d like to know whether anyone else had a problem. How do I report it? Read more
Fewer and fewer banks cash out savings bonds, even for their own customers. Read more
Question: Did Harris Jewelry ever have stores in Hawaii? Read more
Question: Will the HNL Tool Library ever reopen? It closed when Re-use Hawai‘i closed in August. Read more
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Question: What is the schedule for Honolulu City Lights? We have guests coming in who might enjoy it. Also, where can we find information about other Christmas parades? Read more
Question: Are the Christmas ship-by dates in the Postal Service mailer correct? I thought Hawaii was earlier. Read more
The Social Security Administration will soon require most customers to schedule an appointment for in-person service. Read more
Question: At least before the Board of Water Supply raised water rates, they had a bunch of community meetings where people could vent their concerns. This plan for the big sewer fee increase from the city came out of nowhere as far as I am concerned. Read more
Throughout the year, readers remind us that even the smallest kindness resonate. Read more
Detailed instructions on seeking entry to Bellows for friends from Canada or other countries are posted online. Read more
A reminder for all air passengers: When packing, start with an empty bag. Many a prohibited item has been found in the bag of a traveler who swore they didn’t know it was there. Read more
There is a community recycling event coming up in Kahuku that will accept a variety of items, including two boxes of documents to shred per vehicle. Read more
Question: If I buy a car from an active- duty military member who is exempt from Hawaii vehicle weight taxes, will I have to pay those registration fees when I transfer the title? I’m not in the military. Read more
Question: Recently it was printed that if you buy a car from someone who didn’t keep the registration up to date the new owner has to pay the back taxes to register the car (https://808ne.ws/3US7xTX). It said appeals are possible. How do I file an appeal? Read more
Question: This is my first year on Social Security. Do I have to update any forms to get the COLA? I think this is a scam, but I thought I should check. Read more
Question: The city said its proposed transit fare hike doesn’t include any increases for HOLO card riders in the adult category, but it also said the monthly pass rate for adults would go up. My adult monthly pass is a HOLO card! Would it go up or not? I only ride TheBus. Read more
Question: Regarding the proposed Ala Wai bridge, how much is that going to cost? Also, will you print where and when the public meetings are? Read more
Question: Do the police take your name in the new survey? Read more
Question: The pedestrian and bike bridge going over the Ala Wai Canal has surprisingly been totally out of the news. Is the project still a go? I hope so. Read more
