Column: $80M for 2 paths for walkers, bikers? Bridge too far
Several new plans are being pushed forward that would add hundreds of millions of dollars in costs to encourage bike riding. Read more
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Several new plans are being pushed forward that would add hundreds of millions of dollars in costs to encourage bike riding. Read more
The contamination of the land above the aquifer and of the aquifer itself from the Navy’s Red Hill fuel facility is an unprecedented threat. Read more
The usefulness and functionality of the Legislature’s website has earned national recognition and awards. Read more
What’s important now is to muster required support, so that a bill can finally be enacted to mitigate environmental damage and risks. Read more
The reelection of Donald Trump marks the end of the “American experiment.” Read more
Select AIDS Memorial Quilts are on display at the Capitol Modern until Dec. 18. Read more
The proposed design of the Ala Wai Canal pedestrian bridge should be reconsidered. Read more
Keep local taxes, but keep government hands off our paychecks. Read more
A senior citizen didn’t want to die knowing Donald Trump was president. Read more
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Construction of Ala Wai pedestrian bridge will cause traffic and parking problems. Read more
Charging a fee at Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden could help with park upkeep. Read more
Many in Japan still regard Hawaii as a dream destination. Read more
There are Canadian laws to preserve the language of colonization. Perhaps some of these laws should be adopted to preserve the Hawaiian language and culture. Read more
A host of events are now underway to commemorate the 83rd anniversary of the Dec. 7 attack on Pearl Harbor, the historic assault by Japan that plunged America into World War II. Read more
With yet another announcement from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) that a Hawaii business has shortchanged employees — this time by skimming off a portion of workers’ tips, in addition to failing to pay overtime — it’s time for a holiday-themed public service announcement to employers: Don’t do that. Read more
It’s an early Christmas for Oahu hotels as thousands of running enthusiasts stream into the islands, ready to carb load and take on the 2024 Honolulu Marathon. Read more
1. You’ve said a priority is implementing OHA’s Strategic Plan, Mana I Mauli Ola, with its four directions: educational pathways; health outcomes; housing; and economic stability. Read more
The cost of housing is a function of supply and demand. Demand from investors and nonresidents has driven up the price of residential real estate so that most Hawaii residents cannot afford to buy a home. Read more
Just a word of support for President Biden and his decision to pardon his son. Read more
I disagree with your editorial in support of the empty homes tax (“It is time to pass ‘empty homes tax,’” Star-Advertiser, Our View, Dec. 2). Read more
The Chinese will neutralize them in a heartbeat with their long-range missiles. Read more