Oahu’s homeless deaths double in the past decade
HONOLULU (Island News) -- The average age of death for Oahu's homeless residents has risen slightly over the past five years, to nearly 56 years old. But the number of deaths has increased dramatically. "In the first quarter of this year, I think we had something like 14 deaths, and...
America’s Most Fascinating Submarine Museums
America is home to some of the most interesting—and idiosyncratic—museums in the world. There are museums dedicated to barbed wire, tow trucks, and even toilet seats. But some of my favorite museums are dedicated to submarines. There’s the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum in Honolulu at Pearl Harbor, where...
Woman breaks records with solo row from California to Hawaii
Kelsey Pfendler breaks records as the first American and youngest woman to solo-row across the Pacific Ocean from California to Hawaiʻi.
Dolphin tourism negatively impacts Hawaiʻi’s sacred spinners: UH Report
A new study has found that spinner dolphin calves make up only 9% of the spinner dolphin population off Hawaiʻi Island, which is much lower than the expected 17%, suggesting that the population may not be replacing itself quickly enough and that stronger protections are needed.
July military training advisory for Oahu
The Army will conduct routine training throughout the month of July, during the day and night, that may be heard by the surrounding community. Note that overcast conditions and southerly Kona winds can increase noise and vibrations, but there is no immediate danger, according to a news release. The community...
Local baker shares the sweet story behind Georgi’s Goodies
Georgi DeCosta, owner and baker of Georgi's Goodies, joined Brittni Friedlander on Wake Up 2Day to share how baking helped her through a difficult period in her life and inspired her to create a business centered on homemade treats and community.
Over 1,000 animals need homes — Oahu adoption deal ends soon
The Hawaiian Humane Society is offering 50% off adoption fees for adult dogs, cats, and kittens at both Oahu locations through July 26th — with over 1,000 animals currently in their care, there's no shortage of pets looking for a home.
Helping Hands Hawaii’s back-to-school backpacks are ready for distribution
Helping Hands Hawaii’s Ready to Learn initiative, which provides backpacks filled with essential school supplies, has several distribution dates scheduled, with the first one coming up on Thursday, July 9. Designed to help ease the financial burden of back-to-school shopping for local families experiencing hardships, u
East Oahu residents criticize ‘monster home,’ property owner responds
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - There is growing criticism over construction on a property near Maunalani Heights, with some claiming the owner plans to build a “monster home.”. “It’s been an ongoing issue,” said a woman who lives a door down from the property and did not want to be identified.
Navigating Medicare: Avoid costly mistakes and penalties
Honolulu (KHON2) – Turning 65 is a major milestone—and it’s also the time to start thinking about Medicare. According to Medicare Advantage and Supplement Consultant Mark Faildo of Premier Benefit Consultants, many people are unsure when to enroll, how to apply, and how to avoid costly mistakes.
