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Volcanoes National Park adopts ungulate plan

HILO, Hawaii (AP) _ Managers at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park have adopted a plan to rid the park of non-native hooved animals, mostly pigs and goats, which are…

Local government agencies receive EPA award

By DENA CASSELLA Island Sun Weekly— Our state is continuing to make valiant efforts in combating climate change and pollution. With Hawaii’s abundant natural beauty and unique habitats,…

Make sure you dispose of unused prescription drugs properly

By StatePoint (StatePoint) What do you do with your unused prescription pills and over-the-counter medications? Do you throw them away? Flush them down the toilet? Simply leave them…

HECO: 13.9 percent energy from renewables in 2012

HONOLULU (AP) _ Hawaii’s largest electric utility says a record high 13.9 percent of its energy came from renewable sources last year. Hawaiian Electric Co. said in a…

Local scientist publishes college-level climate change textbook

By DENA CASSELLA Island Sun Weekly— The signs are getting harder to ignore. The long-lasting droughts in the Midwest, people masking their face everyday from the brown haze…

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Finalists’ artwork for Toyota’s 2013 Dream Car contest at Honolulu Museum of Art School

Media Release— Public invited to view artwork on display from May 5 – 27 Check…

Oahu fighter creates after-training soap for athletes

By DENA CASSELLA Island Sun Weekly— The ring-shaped rash first appeared on his scalp, with…

Navy amphibious ship to go on humanitarian mission

By AUDREY McAVOY Associated Press– HONOLULU (AP) _ The U.S. Pacific Fleet said Thursday it…

Luce Foundation grant helps linguists document, save endangered languages

By DENA CASSELLA Island Sun Weekly— In early May, the Henry Luce Foundation awarded $160,000…

Mechanic: Cable snap caused Honolulu crash landing

By JENNIFER SINCO KELLEHER Associated Press– HONOLULU (AP) _ A helicopter’s crash-landing in downtown Honolulu…

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Living

May is Small Business Month: Do you have what it takes to start your own business?

By StatePoint (StatePoint) Tired of taking orders? Have a great business idea? May, which is National Small Business Month, is a great time to think about starting your own endeavor. But do…

This summer: Stay in shape without a gym membership

By StatePoint (StatePoint) It’s not as easy to hide under layers of clothing during the summer. You’ll want to look your best in those shorts, t-shirts and bathing suits; as such, staying…

Oahu fighter creates after-training soap for athletes

By DENA CASSELLA Island Sun Weekly— The ring-shaped rash first appeared on his scalp, with raised red circles etched into the side of his head. This was not welcomed, but came with…

Mother’s Day: A Day for Reflection

By StatePoint (StatePoint) Most people spend Mother’s Day bestowing flowers, gifts and heartfelt sentiments upon their moms. But for some, knowing how to honor their mother is not so easy. After all,…

Travel / Outdoors

Encourage kids to have gadget-free fun this summer

By StatePoint Media (StatePoint) You may remember your parents telling you to turn off the…

International News

Air Force general: Actions aim to deter NKorea

By AUDREY McAVOY Associated Press– JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (AP) _ The United States…