Off the news: Guard against more avian flu cases here
Sadly, it was confirmed last week that another backyard flock of ducks had tested positive for avian flu and was euthanized — this time in the Pearl Harbor area. Read more
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Editorial: Assess EMS to aid creative solutions
Less than a year after Honolulu Emergency Medical Services (EMS) became the sole concern of the city Emergency Services Department (HESD) following an Ocean Safety and Lifeguard Services Division spin-off, the ambulance service is facing scrutiny on reports of protracted response times due to long-standing staffing issues. Read more
Column: Pearl Harbor, where WWII began and ended, is a moving experience
I have been blessed to stand on many historical sites and battlefields. Each experience moves the soul as your mind tries to picture what men went through on the piece of ground you are observing. Read more
Off the news: Better watch out: Fashion Santa in town
Mark your calendar and check it twice: “Fashion Santa,” aka internationally known model Paul Mason, is coming to Ala Moana Center. The visit by Mason, who cuts a dashing figure in a tailored red suit, comes as a “hunky” Kris Kringle in Target ads has sparked talks of a “Hot Santa” trend. Read more
Letter: Retiree property owner currently has it too good
A retiree writes to complain that the empty homes tax the City Council is considering would cost him $30,000 annually on his million-dollar condo (“Empty homes tax would ruin some owners lives,” Star-Advertiser, Nov. 25). Read more
Letter: Empty homes tax will prove too costly for city
In your article on the empty homes tax, you quote Justin Tyndall, an associate professor with UHERO, as saying, “The more people who fill their units, the more housing we generate; the fewer people that fill their units, the more revenue the program would generate for the county.” Read more
Letter: City must slow down, even stop, Banyan Court
I understand Lin Yee Chung Association (LYCA) President Charles Wong recently submitted a final environmental assessment (EA) for their proposed monster Manoa Banyan Court development on P-2 zoned preservation forest land, to the city’s Department of Planning and Permitting for review. Read more
Letter: Election was fraudulent due to fraudster Trump
Many years ago James Carville, in advising candidate Bill Clinton, came up with his famous line about what really counts for American voters: “It’s the economy, stupid.” He was right then and, sadly enough, he is still right. Read more
Letter: Kudos to young writer for seeing rail’s failures
I very much enjoy the Star Advertiser’s “Raise Your Hand” monthly column featuring Hawaii’s youth. Read more
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Letter: Questioning plan to raze vital Wahiawa library
I recently found out they’re planning to demolish the building that houses the Wahiawa Public Library. It’s been a positive institution in the community for decades. Read more
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
Column: Navy must right Red Hill fuel-spill wrongs
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
Column: Public needs legislative transparency
The usefulness and functionality of the Legislature’s website has earned national recognition and awards. Read more
Editorial: Push visitor impact fee for Hawaii’s environment
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
Letter: Trump must abandon dangerous rhetoric
The reelection of Donald Trump marks the end of the “American experiment.” Read more
Letter: AIDS Memorial Quilts moving, impressive
Select AIDS Memorial Quilts are on display at the Capitol Modern until Dec. 18. Read more
Letter: Ala Wai bridge should celebrate isle culture
The proposed design of the Ala Wai Canal pedestrian bridge should be reconsidered. Read more
Letter: Isle residents are being taxed to death
Keep local taxes, but keep government hands off our paychecks. Read more
Letter: Trying to outlive Trump and era of uncertainty
A senior citizen didn’t want to die knowing Donald Trump was president. Read more
Letter: Ala Wai bridge-building could impact parking
Construction of Ala Wai pedestrian bridge will cause traffic and parking problems. Read more
Letter: State should charge fee for Ho‘omaluhia entry
Charging a fee at Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden could help with park upkeep. Read more
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