Murphy’s Bar and Grill gears up for St. Patrick’s Day festivities
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - St. Patricks' Day is around the corner, and one of Honolulu’s iconic Irish restaurants is gearing up with expanded hours. Don Murphy, owner of Murphy’s Bar and Grill, has been sharing his Irish food and culture in downtown for 37 years. He joined HNN Sunrise to showcase some of his...
Honolulu Festival brings a weekend of cultural events
The Honolulu Festival returns this weekend for its 29th year of celebrating Pacific Harmony.
Downed utility pole and upcoming road closure affect traffic in Windward Oahu
Motorists are advised of a downed utility pole in front of the Wendy’s restaurant located at 1143 Kailua Road. A motorist struck the pole Friday afternoon. The pole is currently blocking the Kailua-bound lane of Kailua Road. Hawaiian Telcom said in a news release that it is working with...
City installs flashing beacon at busy Kalihi crosswalk
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A busy Kalihi crosswalk has a new device aimed at keeping pedestrians safe. The city’s Department of Transportation Services unveiled Friday improvements to the crosswalk at North School and Ahonui streets, which is surrounded by local businesses, bus stops, schools and homes. Upgrades...
Witness the ‘Rise of the Wahine’
Come be witness to the “Rise of the Wahine” this weekend in Līhuʻe. Kaua‘i County Committee on the Status of Women is hosting a free screening of the 2014 documentary “Rise of the Wahine: Champions of Title IX” at 2 p.m. Saturday at Kaua‘i Community College Performing Arts Center in celebration of Women’s History...
Man, 63, dies from injuries after kite surfing
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A man has died Friday after being found unresponsive at Kailua beach. Police said the 63-year-old man was in a kite surfing accident around 10:20 a.m. on Wednesday. He was taken to an area hospital where he was later died from his injuries. Police said that there...
Swift Rescue by Honolulu Fire Department Averts Crisis for Trio on Pu’u Manamana Trail
Three hikers found themselves in a precarious position this past Monday when they became disoriented on the Pu'u Manamana Trail in Ka'a'awa. The Honolulu Fire Department was alerted to the situation after a 911 call came in at 12:07 p.m. The first of five HFD units arrived on the scene within minutes, by 12:13 p.m.,...
Stewardship organization for Pearl Harbor area lays off employees due to funding freeze
Hui O Hoʻonua, or HOH808, is just one of the nonprofits in Hawaiʻi that has been affected by a freeze in federal funding. The group announced last month that it was laying off its staff until future funding can be found. Anthony Chance, a social worker by day,...
Ditch The Poipu Crowds On Kauai And Head To One Of The Island’s Most...
Hawaii consists of eight major islands, with Oahu (home to Honolulu) being the most visited. But if you're seeking pristine beaches and untamed wilderness, Kauai is likely a better fit for your next getaway. Known as the "Garden Island," its lush forests and sandy shores have made it a popular destination for outdoor...
Police seize gambling devices, cash in game room raid
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Honolulu police seized more than a dozen gambling devices and cash from an illegal game room in McCully. Officers made the bust on Pumehana Street Thursday. No arrests were reported. The search warrant was executed by the District 7 (East Honolulu) Crime Reduction Unit with assistance from...
