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Thursday, October 21, 2010 |
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October 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 3:21 PM :: 13356 Views
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Early Voting open TODAY: Find your polling place
Aiona: “My opponent has not said whether he will cut programs, raise taxes, or fail to deliver”
Ed Case: Appointed BoE “our most important vote”
FreedomWorks endorses Cam Cavasso for Senate
Hawaii Family Forum compares candidates for General Election
Hawaii Republican endorsements for County races, initiatives
NRO: GOP congressman Charles Djou hangs on in Hawaii
CD2 candidate Willoughby signs Death Tax repeal pledge
Debate: Hanabusa promises massive tax increase
Kauai Debate: Cut programs, raise taxes, or fail?
Memo to Obama: Calling voters stupid is not a winning strategy
Inflammatory religious video is disseminated by the Abercrombie camp
WHT retracts lie about HD6 GOP Candidate Becky Leau
While most Democrats duck and cover, Abercrombie, Hanabusa embrace the Obama disaster
Is Obama taking control of Hawaii Democratic machine from Inouye?
Schatz may make a run for governor in 2018
Gov., lt. gov. candidates debate on Kaua‘i
Puna race is like no other
Calvin Say’s CRG group sending out mailers in legislative races
Only charters gain students
Unions: Education's Kryptonite?
Drunk Driver Rep Riki Karimatsu hired by new Honolulu Prosecutor
Fired Deputy City Prosecutor hired by State Attorney general
Teens pressure candidates for No. 2
Web of Lies in Neighborhood Dispute
College Hill has a vacancy: UH president Greenwood won't live in the home
Mixed grade given for Hawaii's treatment of women in prison
Kahoolawe two decades after the last bombs
55% off Groupon floods Honolulu restaurant with 800 new customers
State's retail vacancy rate rose to 5.2% in third quarter
Hawaii's auto industry is facing an uphill battle
HELLCO hikes rates on Maui, Hawaii
Feds seek input on burial plan process
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010 |
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October 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:34 PM :: 12567 Views
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Early Voting open TODAY: Find your polling place
Shapiro looks at Dan Inouye’s losing streak
Djou catches Hanabusa flatfooted on bipartisanship
Star Advertiser finally acknowledges that Abercrombie’s position on Appointed BoE was “inconsistent”
Star-Advertiser endorses transsexual BoE member for reelection
VIDEO: Hawaii governing philosophies clash at Kona forum
DANGER: Hooser looking for ‘opportunities to serve’ (Abercrombie’s DLNR) Chair)
Bob McDermott Declares for City Council
Conference will go on despite Abercrombie’s Hilton labor dispute
Mayor's inauguration set for Friday
Inouye: Hanabusa would win appropriations spot (no he didn’t, but the headline writer put the lie front and center anyway)
“We've had this same super majority in office for over 40 years. It's brought us the highest tax burden in the United States”
Kauai: $1 fine for attempted theft of single family home
Dole Middle School first in state to earn school distinction award
'Hawaii Five-0' traffic jam fobbed off on permit typo
$56M bond bill advances: More than half of money slated to go to West Hawaii
Vog gets thick, people get sick
ProPublica report lists Hawaii doctors getting drug company fees, resisting foreclosures, etc.
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Tuesday, October 19, 2010 |
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October 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:29 PM :: 13573 Views
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Early Voting open TODAY: Find your polling place
Abercrombie becoming desperate, agitated
Kona Debate: Abercrombie flip-flops again on appointed school board
Obama has difficulty citing any Abercrombie accomplishments
Losing streak: Mufi, Kirk, Colleen, Dan?
Aiona, Abercrombie square off at Kealakehe High School
Alleged $40M Graverobber Waihee—exotic lifestyles, luxury automobiles and more
Hanabusa took pay raise while cutting DoE positions
Hawaii Democrats hope this isn't the year of 'change'
Cavasso says support is growing quickly
Illegal? BoE using DoE resources to campaign against its abolition
Djou out raises Hanabusa in September
Star-Advertiser joins Hanabusa’s whining about accurate photo
Abercrombie, Aiona to debate on Kauai TONIGHT
Hirono $368K, Willoughby $1,900
Political newcomers seek East Oahu HD 18 seat
Honolulu Mayor Peter Carlisle returns from D.C. after lobbying for rail funding
Maui News: Couch the pick for South Maui
Kauai Candidates debate ‘green’ priorities
Man's legal battle forces DHHL to lease ag lots
High On The Agenda: Amend Spending Limit
Hawaii #1 “wanna move to” state for baby boomers
Democrats make pre-election pitch to bribe seniors
Abercrombie’s gay Local 5 threatens giant $40M Waikiki Convention
Bank of America to restart foreclosures in Hawaii
Teen gets life with parole for killing woman
Teacher raped, robbed at Wahiawa Elementary School
Teenager arrested for alleged assault of teacher
Movie: Gay lobby seeks to make school bullying a gay issue
Police net another ‘large-scale’ drug haul
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Monday, October 18, 2010 |
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October 18, 2010 News read
By Andrew Walden @ 3:07 PM :: 9962 Views
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Early Voting open Oct 19-30: Find your polling place
Shock Poll: Inouye 53%, Cavasso 40%--Cavasso leads among Independents
VIDEO: Aiona pushes education reform after Abercrombie admits to opposing Audit, Appointed BoE
49 Hawaii Candidates Sign Taxpayer Protection Pledge
Hawaii Christian Coalition questions Abercrombie’s beliefs...on education and taxes
Abercrombie voted to reject 9-11 Commission Report
Roadmap to victory? Cavasso Surges, Inouye Lead shrinks by 23% in two weeks
VIDEO: Cam Cavasso’s Plan for Jobs and a 21st Century Economy
VIDEO: Hanabusa’s Spending Tsunami
DLNR seeks nominees for State Water Commission
Meet the Mad Hatter behind bogus Hawaii polls
Close Hawaii Governor’s Race biggest surprise of week
Hawaii candidates for governor meet on Big Island
Abercrombie supporters won’t even let Mufi have a Council seat
Clean energy major issue in Hawaii gubernatorial race
Democrat candidate was part of Magaoay’s Pay for Play office
Journalists debunk National Democrats attack ads
Akaka “Optimistic” on Akaka Bill vote before Republican Wave saves Hawaii from Akaka Tribe
DoE Schools looking for kitty litter, buckets as toilet alternative
Council Candidate Turbin hit over Vacation Rentals
Endangered native crow's population grows by 11
Utility airs plan to protect birds
Hawaii drivers will have several options when the new environmentally friendly cars arrive
Dump the Incumbent, Mr Kim Coco Iwamoto
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Sunday, October 17, 2010 |
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October 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 3:31 PM :: 7624 Views
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Slumping in the polls, Abercrombie now says Nazis are after him
Aiona hammers Abercrombie’s opposition to appointed BoE, Star-Advertiser lies about it
VIDEO: Djou-Hanabusa debate
VIDEO: Hanabusa’s Spending Tsunami
Your DoE at work: Federal investigators stepped in after the repeated taunting of DISABLED Waianae High student
AP: Abercrombie opposes constitutional amendment to appoint BoE
Election to decide whether Hawaii will have two-party system
Star-Advertiser posts election guide
Vili Endorses Duke Aiona, Lynn Finnegan
Djou vs. Hanabusa – Round 2
Inouye endorses Monty Richards as Honokaa mafia comes together for Abercrombie
Democrat Borreca wonders why Abercrombie isn’t attacking Lingle more
KITV: Carlisle Says Rail Construction Could Start In March
School repair list totaled up for 2010
Hawaii County Charter Amendments
Kauai Chamber of Commerce hosts council candidate forum
Enviros become “alarmed” as fishermen participate in Whale sanctuary meetings
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Saturday, October 16, 2010 |
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October 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:39 PM :: 10641 Views
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National, International media: All eyes on Hawaii as voting begins
Democrat Pat Caddell hammers “hypocrisy” of Obama’s “naive idiots” for focus on campaign spending
A Legal Victory on the Road to Repeal
AUDIO: CD2 candidate Willoughby on Dennis Prager show
Hanabusa: “No way we’re going to be able to convince Case voters”
Hanabusa-connected dirt track receives eviction notice
Heroic teacher faces down HSTA criminals over secret ballot, appointed BoE
Abercrombie’s Gay Local 5 puts convention at risk
Debate: Djou 10 – Hanabusa 0
Djou vs Hanabusa Debate video
Aiona says focus is on small business
Abercrombie flips out, says Nazis are after him
Abercrombie to party with mafia in Honokaa
Gov. candidates joust over furloughs, school board (Unlike Advertiser, AP gets it right)
Fair Share? Only for the connected: Schatz promises to block some grant applications
Governor candidates to debate in Kona (Oct. 18)
PBN Interviews Djou
KITV: Karl Rove's Group's New Ad Slams Hanabusa
Willoughby shows no lack of confidence
Aloun Farms Human Trafficking Case: Judge Rules That Money Set Aside for Victims’ Restitution Goes Back to Defendants
Farmer still feeling impact of vandalism
State Tax Credits Expected to Boost State Coffers
SA: Fees burden UH-Manoa students
Hawaii Co Councilman GTMO Greenwell trial rescheduled: Attorney may request change of venue
Kawahara: Kauai County harassment includes council
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Friday, October 15, 2010 |
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October 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:24 PM :: 14247 Views
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Poll: Majority of Voters Back Appointed Board of Education
Abercrombie comes out against appointed BoE
Abercrombie’s missing $190 million
Rasmussen: Aiona, Abercrombie statistically tied
Abercrombie Pays Off Campaign Supporters with Taxpayers Dollars
WSJ: Aloha Republicans?
Hawaii slipping from machine’s grasp? National media highlights Djou, Aiona
Djou: The future is not going to come from a bureaucrat
KITV interviews Djou: “I am the most bipartisan and independent member of Hawaii’s Congressional delegation”
Kauai’s Baptiste family endorses Aiona-Finnegan
NTU: Two measures on Hawaii ballot will increase tax burden
Smart Business Hawaii PAC releases endorsement list
Honolulu ranks 30th of top 200 US cities in job growth
Star-Advertiser lies about Abercrombie’s opposition to appointed BoE
Aiona rips Abercrombie on need for DoE Audit
Djou, Hanabusa to Hold Third Debate
Djou: Hanabusa’s supporters have nothing good to say about her
Aiona Camp Calls The Mainland Govs Ad 'Desperate'
HGEA money pours in to aid Hanabusa
West Hawaii’s Democrat rag attacks GOP candidate over funeral expenses
Abortionists campaign against Maul Senate candidate
Maui mayoral debate: Frustration with economy in the spotlight
School board candidates vie to block state's reforms
Absentee ballot trend complicates campaigning
Foreclosure rate 'unreal' in Hawaii
Distressed properties account for 24% of all Kaua‘i RE sales
Aloun Farms owners get $192,000 returned
$1.7M penalty placed on the city for putting concrete in a waterway is "appropriate," the Department of Health says
“Calleen Hanabusa” Obama mispronounces
Waikiki Democrat Rep Brower keeps pushing for tent city disaster
Soon to be unemployed: BoE Chair Toguchi whines about “handful of critics”
Electrical Workers Taking Strike Vote: Both HECO, Union Say Strike Is Unlikely
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Thursday, October 14, 2010 |
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October 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:56 PM :: 11467 Views
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Roll Call: With Djou on Appropriations, Hawaii could have outsized influence
New RGA Advert: Neil Abercrombie says that people in Hawaii “are not interested in how politicians will balance the budget"
Punchy National Democrats: Aiona doesn't love Obama enough
Blowback: Obama attacks boost funds for pro-Djou commercials
Chamber of Commerce rebuts Obama deceit on Foreign Money and Political Spending
Accretions: Cato Institute jumps into Hawaii beach ‘takings’ case
Court declines to expand meaning of "preserve in place" in Naue burial case final disposition
Obama robo calls annoy Honolulu voters at dinner time
Hawaii congressional debate focuses on federal spending and waste
Djou being sought for a money panel
GOP: Dems' ads take quotes out of context
Hawaii Gov., US House Candidates to Debate Live
PBN: What do you want to ask Hirono, Djou?
Gary Hooser flips out, babbles about ‘revolution’, bucks for top DLNR post
Carlisle's early agenda getting all wet
New outreach center will help Army families cope with their soldiers' deaths
Sidewalk tent ban approved
Maui 'Plastic Bag Reduction Ordinance' to take effect January
Rate of empty warehouse space in state hits 4.7%
UH Manoa perfessers use your tax dollars to party with Maoists
Hawaii earns an education ‘World’s First’
Hilton Hawaiian Village Workers Strike: 1,500 Workers Plan To Picket Until Monday Morning
Hawaii ninth worst in U.S. foreclosures
Hawaii sets precedent as state regulators permit selling excess solar power
Kauai Councilwoman files harassment report
Maui Mayor issues guides for ban on bags
Story to address cutting pork from sacred cows
Campaign Spending Commission Chooses New Director
Naeole-Beason to face ethics investigation: Campaign work with county staff, office alleged
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Wednesday, October 13, 2010 |
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October 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 3:02 PM :: 8950 Views
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Merriman Robo Poll: Abercrombie, Aiona statistically tied
Hill Poll: Djou ahead 45-41
OHA debate Fact Check: Truth vs Abercrombie
Maui Hotel & Lodging Association Endorses Duke Aiona and Lynn Finnegan
Navy, Hunt Corp break promises to Save Ewa Dec 7 battlefield
Aiona Finnegan campaign unveils Policy Agenda for Native Hawaiian Issues
“Gall, spin, and breathtakingly misleading information”: Hanabusa on GM bailout debts
Leader Boehner Pledges Support to Secure Appropriations Seat for Charles Djou
Marc Hodges Endorses Alan Arakawa for Maui Mayor
How the Obama Tax Hikes Affect You
After 20 years in Congress, Abercrombie suddenly claims Hawaii not getting all the federal pork
Hanabusa has no response to facts presented in latest Djou ad
Candidates Reinforce Campaign Themes Face-To-Face
Shapiro: Few votes in primary show appointed BOE is necessary
GOP leader promises Djou key money post
WaPo: Hawaii 1st District Election 2010: Rep. Charles Djou takes on Colleen Hanabusa for reelection
POLITICO: Could Djou defy odds?
CB busts Hanabusa: GM Has Paid Off Its Bailout Debt FALSE
Abercrombie, Schatz, Hanabusa Agree on socialist health ‘care’
Dooley: UH Agrees to Settle Lawsuit Involving Cancer Research Center Contract
Jacking up your electric rates critical to cutting oil dependence
SA: Don't skip Laie planning steps
Hawaii joins nationwide effort to address practices by mortgage loan servicers
IRS: 1,700 Hawaii nonprofits yet to file 990 forms
NHLC and Hokulia attackers lead charge against Hawaiian Homelands
Public funding labeled a 'success' by candidates
Viewpoint: Maui Council Nishiki’s personal loan from Dowling is a current issue; questions about it remain
Kauai Airport Embezzlement Case Widens
Young Brothers squeeze consumers to defend monopoly: PUC ruling could hike rates, force service reductions
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Tuesday, October 12, 2010 |
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October 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:55 PM :: 12253 Views
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Abercrombie campaigns to shield DoE from Audit
Hawaii Chamber of Commerce backs Appointed BoE
Democrat Poll: Silent on Gubernatorial race, claims Djou slipping
Post primary “flood of support” for Aiona-Finnegan
Video: New Aiona-Finnegan TV commercial “Real solutions for all of Hawaii”
GLBT Democrats: “Abercrombie only candidate who will dismantle laws outlawing slavery”
Shock: former DoE Sup’t Hamamoto backs Appointed BoE
POLL: Hanabusa has slight lead over Djou
AFL-CIO targets Hawaii’s Djou
Fund Race: Aiona ahead of Abercrombie $402K to $237K
Office of Hawaiian Affairs Sponsors Live Gubernatorial Debate tonight
New Honolulu Mayor Carlisle Faces Looming Fiscal Storm
SA: Reclaim sidewalks for public
7 former inmates find hope in new program
“Secret” gambling report is no secret at all
3 months into fiscal year, Hawaii's general fund deposits down 13.9% or up 4% depending on how you look at it
Survey: Hawaii tourism continues to recover
Legislative panel begins inquiry into securities (just in time for elections)
Hawaii Airport Fire Chief is Short-Staffed
UH Students Celebrate Gay, Lesbian Coming Out Day
Last "English standard" class in Hawaii celebrates 50th high school class reunion
Geothermal holds vast potential for Hawaii
Kauai: Council to re-consider plastic bag ban
Hawaii launches RFID cold chain monitoring project
$5.67 million awarded in Maui McDonald's lawsuit
Kenoi bill headed back to ethics board
Apology to the Citizens of Manoa for Partisan Politics at Neighborhood Board
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Monday, October 11, 2010 |
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October 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:38 PM :: 9880 Views
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Neil Abercrombie's slavery problem
Aiona Video: Hawaii economy doesn't need more rhetoric
Kalihi: 2000 rally for Aiona Finnegan
Djou, volunteers adopt Mililani Waena School
Transformative Change Is Needed in Board of Education
Legislators: Abercrombie’s new energy authority “unwise”
Maui News: Abercrombie’s rejection of DoE Audit “startling”
Carlisle, Kaneshiro to be sworn into office Monday
Maui Council: Couch hammers developer owned Nishiki
Enriques' claims on website called into question
Carvalho finally gets around to endorsing Abercrombie
Isle GOP hopes voters will restore balance
KITV: Human trafficking Victims blackballed, Seitz grabs for their restitution money
State tests raise bar for students to augment failure rates, rake in bucks
Local Fishermen Fear Ahi Cap Will Jeopardize Businesses
Hawaii Media council still ‘concerned’ about HNN merger
SA: Help Hawaii teens stay healthy
Democrat poll details how to manipulate abortion, apathy
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Sunday, October 10, 2010 |
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October 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:30 PM :: 12227 Views
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Full Text: Aiona campaign releases Agenda for Justice
WaPo: Spineless Congress’ school funding boondoggle looted food stamps to boost teachers’ union
Djou running better than 1/3 of Congressional Dems
Wooley supporter Ian Lind attacks Fale over deployment
Aiona in better position than Hirono in ‘02
As LG, Finnegan would advocate for Charter Schools
AP claims continuation of tax cuts will increase debt
Carlisle will hit the ground running
SA: Keep corporate contributors at bay in Hawaii elections (but not unions and eco-lawyers)
Rigid Rules, Weak Commitment Hurt Local Farming
Fishermen concerned about ocean access
Hawaii County blows through $9M on still-unopened recycling center
Hawaiian Superferries sell for $25 million each
HMSA Cracks Down On Colonoscopy Anesthesia
SA: City weak on Waikiki planning
Kalapa: Helping the poor help themselves
Man Accused Of Human Trafficking Allowed Bail: Israeli Citizen Must Remain In Honolulu Halfway House
Advocates for sex trafficking victims call for safe house in Hawaii
Sentencing delayed in child porn case
Maui Council: Hopefuls spar on familiar themes, generate sparks
Kauai Charter amendments: Questionable
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Saturday, October 9, 2010 |
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October 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:32 PM :: 12521 Views
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Aiona: US unemployment numbers undermine availability of federal dollars
VIDEO: Gov Palin jumps into Hawaii races, endorses Henderson, Willoughby
VIDEO: Djou releases new advert, hits Hanabusa over residency
Djou: Adopt a School Mililani Waena Oct 10th
Manoa Liberals block Eagle Scout from Neighborhood Board
GOP movers insulted: Hanabusa rejects “gesture of goodwill”
Maui Chamber of Commerce Endorses Alan Arakawa for Mayor
Lingle honors top State employees
WaPo: Djou moves up 15 places
Desperate Abercrombie to HGEA: “You don’t have to like me” primary campaign "wasn't some sort of triumph over you.”
Absentee ballots mailed out
Aiona: Gov. Lingle and her committee gave too much
Oops! Willoughby forgets meeting with PBN
Judge allows contribution to issue-based campaign
Liberal hypocrites angered by prison being converted to school
Rape Victim Plans To Sue State Hospital: Suspect Was Discharged Despite Psychotic Symptoms
Naeole-Beason faces ethics charges: Puna councilwoman accused of using county staff to work on campaign
Acting mayor Caldwell leaves city hall
Bill to get homeless off sidewalks looms
KITV: Two More HPD Officers Arrested For Domestic Abuse
Alan Pflueger pleads not guilty to tax fraud Friday
US nuclear weapons have kept S Korea free for 60 years
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Thursday, October 7, 2010 |
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October 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 8:52 PM :: 14216 Views
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Rep Jessica Wooley admits her van involved in thefts of campaign signs, blames volunteers
Abercrombie: Brian Schatz would control which nonprofits get federal funds
WaTimes: GOP lawmaker may hold onto Hawaii seat
Nat’l Federation of Independent Business endorses Djou
Djou wins endorsement of Trust in Small Business PAC
Maui Chamber of Commerce backs Aiona-Finnegan
Mike Molina Endorses Alan Arakawa for Maui Mayor
2010 Nobel Peace Prize recipient argued with UH Manoa perfessers
Abercrombie plans to ‘add positions’, make government more powerful, says DoE isn’t broken
Abercrombie wants No. 2 job to have more heft, in spite of being stuck with Schatz
GOP's Charles Djou Fending Off Democrat Colleen Hanabusa
Republicans Offer To Help Hanabusa Move
Two constitutional amendments on ballot
Negative political ads a risky tactic
8,000 pot heads in Hawaii, 4,665 on Big island
Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union gave Million dollar bonuses to execs
Public disclosure of rail contract poses early test for incoming Mayor Carlisle’s administration as Hokulia crowd turns to attack
Bedbugs in Hawaii (thank an environmentalist)
Waianae School Bullying Complaint Filed With Feds
Shapiro: Vagrant rights trump safe sidewalk passage
Office of Hawaiian Affairs: Writ or Wrong
HMSA plays hardball in hospital negotiations
Attempt to reject Kula Ridge affordable housing development fails
The rezoning of Laie land pits a desire for jobs against infrastructure worries
Some Chinese Leaders Say They'll Continue Fireworks Tradition Despite Ban
Locally Caught Ahi Limit Nears (thank an environmentalist)
Where's pharma settlement money going?
How Many Print Reporters are Left in Honolulu?
Kauai Council candidates weigh in on economy, safety, transparency
Teachers create a new generation of voters
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Thursday, October 7, 2010 |
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October 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:30 PM :: 9807 Views
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Maui Gubernatorial Debate: Myth vs Fact
Djou: “Our internal polls show us with a narrow lead”
KOS Poll UPDATE: Aiona, Abercrombie statistically tied
Sol Kaho'ohalahala Endorses Alan Arakawa for Maui Mayor
Rep. Djou to name Irene Anzai as “angel in adoption”
VIDEO: Hanabusa claims she plans to leave Ko Olina for First CD
Abercrombie pledges to protect criminals at DoE from Audit
Abercrombie pledges to create ANOTHER State department, let drug criminals off easy
Restaurant Association Backs Aiona: Group Makes Its First Political Endorsement
CB: Duke Compares Plans, Neil Plans For Plan
KITV’s Denby Fawcett spins it for Hanabusa, fails
School board debate draws small crowd
Only 53% approve of Obamunism in Hawaii
Prosecutors withdraw extended sentencing request for teen who murdered neighbor
Feds Threaten To Take Over Workplace Safety
Culture clash as Honolulu's partial fireworks ban passes
BIW profiles Fred Blas Hawaii Council - Puna
Kau Councilman Guy Enriques is courting the media
State ID cards valid for flying but not after May, 2011
Sandwich Isles wins partial victory from FCC in cable dispute
Drug companies to pay $82M to settle Hawaii suits
HUD to help more struggling homeowners in Hawaii
Hawaiian Electric Co. to offer lower rates for recharging electric cars
Hero pilot of United Flight 811 dies at age 81
American Samoa signs new deal with major tuna supplier
Down to Earth promotes Non-GMO food labels
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Wednesday, October 6, 2010 |
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October 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 3:24 PM :: 13255 Views
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Abercrombie: “No new audits--people not interested in how to balance the budget”
Hanabusa's Stimulus Support Could Cost her an Election
UPDATE: Hawaii Christian Coalition compares candidates for General Election
Aiona vs Abercrombie on the Economy: Plan vs platitudes?
New Aiona-Finnegan ad: “Real solutions, not rhetoric”
Aiona Finnegan announce Coalition Team
Abercrombie supported Wall Street Bailouts with Main Street Money
Influencing our culture for life: Vatican leader to speak on Oahu, Maui
Smart Business Hawaii PAC endorses Djou
Djou: Adopt a School Oct 10th
DoE fails to comply with 180 day law -- regular schools have only 178 days
“Vindictive” Incoming Prosecutor Kaneshiro Firing 11 Veteran Lawyers in middle of trials (1988 redux)
Rep Karl Rhoads, wife tied to Andy Mirkitani kickback scheme
Abercrombie claims he can create two new State departments without raising taxes
Dems “Hatchet Job” calls tax hike, food stamp cut “aid to schools”
Republican Party Calls Critical Ad False
Hanabusa (D-KoOlina) residency conflicts with district, history
Cashing in on health care reform: Prepaid Health Care Act in danger
Kaho‘ohalahala endorses Arakawa
Police Question Enforceability of Sidewalk Plan
Tom Gill’s brother founded Sierra Club in Hawaii
Education Poll Ranks UH 115th In Global Survey
Anti-Israel Walk Saturday at Hilo’s Kalakaua Park
Home sweet home for Hawaii's soldiers returning from Iraq
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010 |
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October 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:31 PM :: 12896 Views
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KOS Poll: Aiona, Abercrombie tied with 48% of the vote
In major interview published today, Inouye ignores Abercrombie
Aiona Finnegan announce affordable housing plan (Full Text)
Aiona hits “arrogant” Abercrombie as polls tighten
Hanabusa meant only that there is no waste in STATE government
Star-Advertiser panics as Christians prepare to vote
Akaka Bill Still Alive?
Risks shroud births in isles
Roth: Appointed school board would help accountability
Retired car dealer James Pflueger pleads not guilty to tax fraud
Isles see California welfare spending
Feds: 2 Hawaii groups join reinsurance program
SA: Protect safety net from abuse
KPD: No connection between Jackson, Westside murders
Ooma hearing carries on
Samoa: Wage Delay Law Shows Faleomavaega Weakness
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Monday, October 4, 2010 |
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October 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 11:23 AM :: 9468 Views
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Abercrombie pledges to add another State department to oversee your children
Djou opposes income all tax hikes, Hanabusa doesn’t
Leau campaigns on DOE audit promise (HD6 Kona)
Abercrombie’s tech industry boss still whining because Lingle vetoed fuel tax hike
Rich politically connected Manoa liberals avoiding property taxes
Urban Zones Proposed to Keep Sidewalks Clear of Homeless
Kauai Planning Department seeks ability to fine
Progressives obsess over flu shot
Behind lucrative deals, a disconnect
19 Charter Amendments on this year’s Hawaii County ballot
American Samoa governor off to Hawaii in bid to seal cannery deal
HELCO seeks developers for Kahe Valley “clean” energy projects
Family fights disabled son's deportation
State proposes land purchase for Kalaeloa Harbor expansion
Captive audience: A look at Hawaii’s Con Air
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Sunday, October 3, 2010 |
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October 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 3:46 PM :: 7861 Views
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Candidates for governor in conflict on civil unions, other social issues
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AP: Willoughby calls Hirono a 'rubber stamp' for the Democrats
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Hawaii Meth Project is helping cut methamphetamine use
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Judge Seabright will issue partial injunction Thursday removing local firm’s campaign contribution limit
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Suit: County not pursuing violations in development
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Nurses in ample supply: The poor economy has turned a once-critical shortage into a surplus
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Hirakawa’s second sex harassment settlement from Kauai county worth $450,000
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Saturday, October 2, 2010 |
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October 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:34 PM :: 8842 Views
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AFL-CIO’s false attack takes aim at Djou’s ethnicity
Djou: New Fiscal Year, Same Fiscal Irresponsibility (IBD editorial)
Health Insurance? No need: Abercrombie promises to dump Prepaid Health Care Act
Inouye says Abercrombie proposal would "shut local businesses" out of work
Hawaii Taxpayers On the Hook for $9 Billion--and Not for Rail
OHA driving Hawaiians out of Hawaii
AP: Aiona commercial played backwards says “I am the walrus.”
GOP Govs Run Negative TV Ad Against Abercrombie: Analysts Call Ad Subtle, Soft, Cute
Gov. candidates to discuss children's issues
2012: Lingle Eyes U.S. Sen. Akaka's Seat
Moon’s furlough ruling delays Carlisle's swearing in
SA vs OHA: Economics at root of 'bias'
CB: Akaka Bill Pau Already?
Appointed Board of Ed? HSTA to Teachers: "NO"
Lingle credits private sector for isles' economic rebound: The governor also cites her administration's success in keeping spending under budget
Maui: Arakawa, Tavares spar over sour economy
Kauai: Public invited to forum for County Council candidates
Health workers suing the state
HR: Business and Health Insurance Costs to Remain High Under Hawaii’s Exemption to National Healthcare Law
SA: Local-hire law needs clarification
ANOTHER American Samoa lawmaker charged with embezzlement, corruption
Pearl Harbor and Hickam merge
Call for nominations put out for University of Hawaii Board of Regents
Judge to allow disclosure of pharmaceutical settlement amounts
Veteran politico and developer sets his sights on historic Haleiwa
Obama's new chief gathers isle kudos
WaTimes: Holder is AWOL on military voting
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Friday, October 1, 2010 |
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October 1, 2010 News Read
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Midweek: Abercrombie voted alone against anti-terrorism measures, against support for Israel
Neil Abercrombie, D-Hezbollah
Aiona: Tourism recovery reflects hard work and cooperative efforts
Djou talks to 3000 constituents in telephone talk story
Haha’ione Forum to discuss move to appointed Board of Education
HGEA endorsements: Our way or the highway on GE Tax
White van lic # NDU-549 sought in Hauula campaign sign thefts
Abercrombie plans to dump Prepaid Health care act in favor of state-run medical insurance
Shapiro: Abercrombie off target on blame for schools
Republican Governors back Aiona with ad dollars
Rep Pine pledges not to run for City Council
Visitor Industry Continues To Rebound: Total Visitor Arrivals Up 11%, Visitor Spending Up 30%
2 Sentenced In Sex Trafficking Case: Defendant Given 25 Years In Federal Prison
DoE still can’t get Mililani middle School up to 180 days, plans to seek exemptions for multi-track schools
A part of a plan to keep Kukui Gardens affordable stalls over financing trouble
Feds check state's gas pipes: The Public Utilities Commission lobbied to end its oversight of fuel conduit safety
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Thursday, September 30, 2010 |
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September 30, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:54 PM :: 6846 Views
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Flashback: Neil Abercrombie rejects Investigation of Pay-to-Play Earmark Schemes
HCF: Blank votes beat all BoE Candidates
Djou: HR2378 will hurt Chinese tourism in Hawaii
Source: Kiewit set to sock City with major change order on rail project
43% of school board votes left blank on Oahu
KITV’s Denby Fawcett launches attack on Aiona
Democrat Shapiro calls latest RGA Aiona ad “a test fart”
Piltz says views in line with Arakawa, supports candidate
HGEA to demand legislature make salaries secret
CB Opinion: Honolulu Should Not Start Rail Construction Until Engineering is Complete and Final Cost is Known
Hirono, Djou split votes on spending measure
Democrat Borreca uses Rolfing book to bash Christians
Rep. Gene Ward Sponsors Debate on Constitutional Amendment: Elected vs. Appointed Board of Education?
Kamehameha Schools is considering buying the city land currently sought for a hotel
Star-Advertiser still pushing global warming scam
Hawaii tops nation in millionaires per capita
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Wednesday, September 29, 2010 |
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September 29, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 12:03 PM :: 10750 Views
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VIDEO: Abercrombie voted for bonuses for Wall Street Execs
Duke and Lynn Team Up Online
Djou introduces legislation requiring community hearings on neighborhood half-way houses
Randy Piltz Endorses Alan Arakawa for Mayor
Willoughby vs Hirono: “A choice between higher taxes and lower taxes”
CB: Aiona Shines at Energy Expo
Hawaii GOP Targets 15 key Districts After Primary
GOP ad campaign backs Aiona
SA: Elections office breathes easier
Justice eludes Hawaiians, OHA study says
Officer's arrest third for HPD this month
As predictable as sunrise, anti-developments activist disrupt Haleiwa hotel meeting
Young Brothers will appeal PUC's interim approval for Pasha Hawaii Transport Lines
Maui Council Candidate Ellie Cochran ‘not proud’ of her criminal past
CEO resigns Kona Hospital
Laupahoehoe charter school enters final stretch
ONE YEAR LATER: American Samoa works to improve tsunami warning system
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Tuesday, September 28, 2010 |
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September 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 12:43 PM :: 12670 Views
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Rothenberg: Democratic poll shows Djou ahead by double digits
CB: Duke 'n Lynn Firing on All Pistons
SA: Aiona’s proposed four-day workweek worth exploring
SA: Democratic-backed anti-Djou commercial's claim does not add up on closer examination
CB: Obama Backs Hanabusa, but GOP Not Scared
The Rundown (post-primary)
Pamela Young: Top BoE vote-getter
Visitor spending up 18%: Hotel occupancy rose by more than 10 percentage points in July
U.S. officials threaten to temporarily take over the state's enforcement of workplace safety
City Council to Homeless: Get Off Our Sidewalks!
Kaua‘i firemen caught fishing off Ni‘ihau in fireboat
Abandoned for 13 years, Hilo housing project stumbles again
Commemorations will mark the anniversary of a tsunami that raked the Pacific islands
Shapiro: The feds have a place in our schools
Jeremy Harris is long gone but his unsold books live on
Obama tells questioner he's 'Christian by choice'
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Monday, September 27, 2010 |
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September 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 3:08 PM :: 13594 Views
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Aiona accepts eight debate invitations, Abercrombie declines two
Aiona Video: How can Hawaii rediscover the path toward good-paying jobs?
HCF: Clear lack of vision at the Board of Education
Hanabusa voted to make Hawaii #1 in high taxes
Abercrombie finally cornered into debating, Shapiro spins furiously
HGEA Refuses to endorse molester’s employer Rep Rida Cabanilla for HD 42
Civil unions may be unspoken issue in governor’s race
Kalapa: Greatest issues are economy, business climate
More RTTT money being spent on teachers’ salaries
City's $30M overrun a warning about sloppy management
Utah and Four-Day Workweeks
Caldwell to sign off on fireworks limits
Fair Elections Now Act could help make Congress accountable to us, the conscious, enlightened, and progressive
Hawaii Supreme Court reinstates convicted drug dealer’s law license
Roberts buses involved in 5 deaths
ONE YEAR LATER: Rebuilding continues on ruined homes in Samoa
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Sunday, September 26, 2010 |
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September 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:43 PM :: 9534 Views
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Aiona accepts eight debate invitations, Abercrombie REJECTS two
Abercrombie and Aiona agree to 2 TV debates, Abercrombie rejects two
Aiona, Finnegan to hold voter meeting in Mililani
Abercrombie admits his education reform proposals based on failed Act 51 disaster
Omidyar’s Kanu Hawaii claims not to be an Abercrombie group
More Omidyar propaganda: Slavery or fertile fields?
Obama e-mail urges support for Hanabusa for Congress
Democrat Borreca still bitter because Manoa liberal Caldwell is unemployed
John Willoughby Answers 10 Questions From Civil Beat
Hannemann’s Landslide Loss Calls For Re-evaluation of Honolulu’s $5.5 Billion Fixed-Rail Project and Openness
Another Energy Audit Criticizes 'Lethargic' Stimulus Spending
Drug suit could net millions for state: State lawyers want the settlements revealed after reaching a deal with the last defendant
Protesters rally against planned hotel in Haleiwa
County Council again delays ethics reform
Risky fish?
State removing people, ungulates, dangerous rocks from Kalalau
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Saturday, September 25, 2010 |
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September 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:08 PM :: 14202 Views
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Hawaii Family Forum: Did we miss an opportunity?
Rep Karl Rhoads, Oahu Co Democrats try to knock Iraq War Vet off HD 28 ballot
HUD: All Hawaii Federally funded construction projects jeopardized by override of Lingle’s veto
Best for Guard, Reserve: State of Hawaii receives DoD Freedom Award
Hawaii Muslims cancel big September 11 feast, move it to September 11 Julian instead
Aiona has gubernatorial race to himself as foe vanishes
Abercrombie leaves isles for five days and counting
Duke Aiona accepts two debate invitations, says Abercrombie is stonewalling
Democrat Party officials dispute Iraq War Veteran's candidate eligibility
HUD flags local-hire laws: Housing officials back Lingle's position, but one measure already excludes federal work
Oahu's Muslim Community puts shoes to infidel children
Public financing of Big Island campaigns helps incumbents
Rep. Herkes requests Attorney General review of Hawaii Health System Corporation Loan to Alii Health Center
A Decade of Dispute: Molokai Veterans Go to Federal Court, sue Tavares
Homeless murder self-defense ruling baffles victim's sister
Major pot grower gets 2 months: 80 plants, 6.9 pounds of marijuana found at home
Nakamura surprises self with council showing
Catholophobes block construction of monastery
Third isle wind farm proposed: The newly formed Kawailoa LLC plans to build up to 43 turbines on the North Shore
Utah egg farm sued slavery contractor on behalf of workers, meanwhile Hawaii eco-farms say ‘not our problem’
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Friday, September 24, 2010 |
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September 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:54 PM :: 12109 Views
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Forum: Elected or Appointed Board of Education - What is the Best Choice?
Full Text: Aiona, Finnegan unveil energy, environment, agriculture plans
Panos: Kiewit rail construction is unpermitted
VIDEO: New Djou ad rebuts “rattled” National Democrats
Djou makes “Pledge to America”
Djou votes against $14,457,000,000 in new taxes
Hawaii Christian Coalition compares candidates for General Election
New York, Hawaii Top Earners Face Highest Tax Under Obama Plan, Study Says
Aiona sees jobs in energy
Inouye demands $4 TRILLION in new taxes
GOP 'Pledge' makes closing argument to voters
Civil Beat’s Omidyar gives $750,000 to Abercrombie group
KHON2 camera covered with Abercrombie sticker
Hirono votes $14.5 Billion in new taxes, Djou rejects
Ewa Beach website exposes Cabanilla, Espero, Bradshaw
Cabanilla’s ad may have violated military law
Rape, stabbings, attempted murder as Homelessness Industry keeps homeless on streets out of shelter
SA: Give fireworks ban a chance to make you forget Independence Day just a little
Invasive, hoofed animals fall into policy gap
UH System enrollment tops 60,000
Kyoya Tower Opposed By Environmentalists
KITV: Developer Eyes City Park Land For Haleiwa Hotel
Hawaii County, firm in mediation over asphalt deal
Taxpayers fund eco-scammers retaking Kau council seat
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Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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September 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:21 PM :: 10400 Views
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Gubernatorial Debates? Abercrombie says “It’s not my job”
Shapiro tells Hawaii media how to spin debate story
Nov 2: Focus on kids--abolish the current BoE
Aiona/Finnegan campaign releases transportation and health plans
VIDEO: New RGA ad highlights Aiona’s education plan
CNBC VIDEO: Djou on Summers’ resignation, House GOP policy agenda
Full Text: House Republican Caucus "Pledge to America"
Fred Rohlfing’s Island Son Presents an Alternative View of Hawaii Politics
Woodward: Obama at odds with military commanders
Aiona: No new taxes
Aiona pushes 4-day week for the state
KHON: Aiona: Abercrombie ducking debate challenge
Media begins negotiating debate format
Ian Lind echoes Shapiro on how to spin Aiona’s Debate challenge
Boylan: “It’s the most chaotic election we’ve ever had.”
Case: Don’t underestimate Aiona, Abercrombie got 15% GOP crossovers
Adrienne King endorses Aiona/Finnegan ticket
Carlisle to bring ex-aide to City Hall: The mayor-elect says he will nominate his prosecutor's office deputy as managing director
CB: Mazie Hirono Against John Who? In 2nd Congressional District
SA: Protect Hawaii health care law from Obamacare
Hawaii collects more than $100M in back taxes
TIME: Paradise Paradox: Why Life in Hawaii Leads to Early Death
Hawaii Gains Maximum Welfare Funding
CBS News plugs Hawaii 5-0 coast to coast
NLRB rejects complaints against Times
NCQA: Kaiser Permanente is Hawaii's highest-rated health plan
Hawaiian Telcom passes last regulatory hurdle to exit bankruptcy
Tech-firm CEO charged with girl's sexual assault
Lanai Solar Farm Says Mahalo For Upgrade
Council passes fireworks limits
Council Passes Relief In Property Tax Mix-Up
Kauai: Green vigilantes scour island
Enriques breaks silence to media
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010 |
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September 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 3:03 PM :: 10546 Views
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Gubernatorial Debates? Abercrombie says “It’s not my job”
Hanohano: Abercrombie is ducking debate challenge
CNBC VIDEO: Djou on Summers’ resignation, House GOP policy agenda
Aiona presses Abercrombie: Dem accused of ducking debates
Volcanic Ash: Abercrombie's passion, energy and focus aid in election victory
Hawaii gov. candidates begin fall campaign short on funding
True Djou: "I Have Never Voted For a Tax Increase"
Hawaii-based eBay founder won't endorse Whitman for governor
Obama's policies drag down Democratic governors
Honolulu mayoral transition off to a bumpy start
Molokai veterans sue Tavares over ‘threats’
Former state labor inspector indicted on identity theft charges
Fireworks bill: Council set to vote Wednesday
Council delays action on ethics reform: Mayor Kenoi's proposal seen as too stringent
Construction project aims to revitalize Big Island
Non-profits could lose tax exempt status (Thanks, Obama)
Shapiro: Has the train to nowhere reached its destination?
Construction jobs resurgent at Honolulu job fair
Rep. Mark Takai hosts rare D.C. fundraiser
Navy opposes changes to 90-year-old shipping law
Pacifists defeat ultra pacifists -- knotted gun to be displayed
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010 |
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September 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:43 PM :: 16402 Views
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Debates: Aiona’s Open letter to Abercrombie “All you have to do is say ‘yes’.”
Djou to hold telephone talk-story with constituents
Senate’s only Republican Akaka Bill backer to be stripped of seniority, positions
NYT: In an Ugly Human-Trafficking Case, Hawaii Forgets Itself
Aiona prods Abercrombie to accept his debate plan
Republicans woo Hannemann voters
Duke vs. Neil: Compare and Decide
Republican crossovers picked weaker Democrat Abercrombie?
Mix of stalwarts and young guns brought Abercrombie success
Carlisle Prepares For Mayoral Transition
Hawaii's next governor won't have much money to play with
Carlisle vs Oshiro over TAT?
Ambition Narcissism Leads to Hawaii Political Turnover
Keeping Up With the Congressionals
Howie Dean’s Democracy For America Backs Hanabusa
Wharton Wishes Willoughby Success in 2010 General Election
Pasha gets PUC approval for interisland shipping
Hawaii's personal income up 0.8% in 2Q
Kaneshiro to reshape crime office
Researcher: Meth decline not linked to campaign
Kaneohe Murder-Suicide Suspect Had 18 prior convictions
Queerty: IRS: Hawaii Family Forum Must Pay Tax Penalties For Being a Lobbying Group In Disguise
Incest: Bringing Out The Conservative In Everybody
Bedbugs are back in Hawaii (Thank an environmentalist)
Genetically modified coffee company in Hawaii sold
North Korea To Name New Leadership
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Monday, September 20, 2010 |
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September 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:50 PM :: 12827 Views
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Duke Aiona challenges Abercrombie to six debates
Republican legislative candidates unite behind action plan
“Voters have spoken: The status quo in Hawaii and in Congress is unacceptable and they want change” – Djou
VIDEO: Djou releases new ad “Making a difference”
Star Advertiser endorses Aiona’s Debate challenge
Duke Aiona: "The issues ... are too important to have them discussed in the manner I have seen done in the primary."
Hawaii Republicans Unveil 2011 Action Plan
Mufi + Neil = Love?
Abercrombie lovin’ Shapiro suggests (hopes?) GOP should continue where Hannemann left off
Democrat Borreca: Abercrombie easily slips into bombast
Carlisle cites city finances as top priority
Tavares threatens veterans with retaliation: Molokai vets file suit over planned center
HELL-CO to grab for your “Green”-- electric rate hikes coming thanks to the environmentalists
Concerned citizens Professional activists tour shrimp farm
Senate Panel Approves $218 Million for Defense Projects in Hawaii
UH ties funding request to goals
Apathy In Board Of Ed Elections
Pilago wins North Kona council seat outright
Naeole-Beason Denies Ethics Charges by dope lobby activist
Third Party and Non-Partisan results
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Monday, September 20, 2010 |
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Letters to the Editor September, 2010
By Letters to the Editor @ 12:02 AM :: 7159 Views
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Respect and noted excellence
Abercrombie’s capitalist: Printing Mufi’s capitalists’ letter is a “dis-service” to the community
"Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives."
19 Presidents and no church in sight?
Hawaii newspapers favor Democrats over 20-9
Primaries disenfranchise General?
Vet Center of Hawaii Outreach
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Sunday, September 19, 2010 |
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September 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:55 PM :: 12444 Views
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Primary Election Results—THIRD READ
Kaauwai congratulates Aiona-Finnegan
Democrat team: Abercrombie, Schatz, and Larry Mehau
Neil Abercrombie 2009: A year of corruption
"We don't want Abercrombie"
Voters voted against Hannemann, not in favor of Abercrombie
Aiona plans to concentrate on economic recovery and job creation
Omidyar’s Kanu Hawaii scammers key to Abercrombie victory ($100/barrel oil anybody?)
ILind: Mufi got smoked
Oshiro beats Okino in closely watched Hawaii House race
Turnout Drops to 40.9% vs 42.35% in the 2006 Gubernatorial primary
Carlisle Wins Honolulu Mayor's Race
Wrap-up articles on individual races
Voting machines malfunction as confused voters cast spoiled ballots on election day
SA: Politicians must stem isles' rising poverty rate
With China's largest carrier, Hainan Airlines, yet to take to island skies, the state is looking for other carriers to begin service to Hawaii
Chinatown raids: HPD's gambling sweeps yielded cash, surveillance equipment and gaming machines, but no arrests
Kona Hospital Foundation leader indicted for forgery
Academy plans cut military activity
Sending a meth message, does it work?
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Saturday, September 18, 2010 |
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September 18, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 12:53 PM :: 9450 Views
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Find Your Polling Place -- Polls open 7AM to 6PM TODAY
Washington Times: Sandwich Isles Communications poised to go into bankruptcy
The Tsunami and Mufi’s Samoan Connection
American Samoa Dept. of Education Exec Arrested for Witness Tampering, Obstruction
New Gaza aid convoy to undermine peace talks
On eve of vote, Abercrombie, Hannemann acrimony visible in Hilo
Hannemann says he takes fruit that comes out of nowhere, bops on head
SA: Rundown of competitive legislative Races
Absentee Voting Sets Record
CNN: Hawaiians head to the polls for bitter primary battle
Hawaii Family Forum to refocus on charity work, ease lobbying
House candidates clash over civil unions
Gay Union Local 5 buys anti-Hannemann ads
Hawaii reaches agreement with feds on overseas ballots for Nov. 2 election
Recktenwald talks about efficiencies during his first remarks as chief justice
Obamanomics: Hawaii median income drops by $8500
Global Horizons: Kauai Coffee slaves want to get rich off us
State of the City 2010: Oahu Infrastructure is Failing
Rob Tam’s HQ vandalized
HPD lieutenant charged with abuse by his Sergeant wife
'Cluster' home project causes stir
WSJ: Man From Minnesota Teaches Hawaiians a Thing or Two About Their Own Language
Hundreds Of Maui Voters Placed In Wrong District
Voter registration numbers questionable
Lingle's senior policy adviser to speak in Hilo
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Friday, September 17, 2010 |
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September 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:41 PM :: 11299 Views
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Abercrombie predicts Duke Aiona will be next governor
Lingle to host 7th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference
DoT Director Brennon Morioka resigns
Will Hanabusa Support Stopping Tax Hikes on Small Businesses Before Congress Skips Town?
AP: 1986 all over again
Gay-Atheist lobby fails to have Calvin Say disqualified
Oshiro calls photo of men kissing “negative imagery’
Gay-Atheist lobby extracts $20K from Hawaii Family Forum for opposing gay civil unions
Negative advertising works in Hawaii
Patronage: New Honolulu mayor to decide 137 city jobs
Native Hawaiians: Vulnerability To Early Death At All Ages
Hawaii's first-time unemployment claims drop by 20%
Poverty in Hawaii continues to grow
SA: Complexities of the sun yield clues for forecasts
Senator Hemmings says wife is innocent of theft charges
Republican activists urge crossover vote…for Abercrombie
SA Owner David Black hosts BC Liberal Party leadership meeting at mansion
Last Minute Fundraising reports:
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Thursday, September 16, 2010 |
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September 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:01 PM :: 12854 Views
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Pay to Play: Hawaii faces constitutional challenge
Djou: Most independent, bipartisan member of Hawaii delegation
Aiona: My Appointed BoE would make Audit a top priority
Prevedouros: Case, Carlisle panic
GOP: Ed Case repeats losing three-way Special Election strategy
Mayoral race: Ed Case appeals for crossover votes
Carpenter: “I don’t think it ever gets healed over” between Hannemann, Abercrombie
Inouye: Abercrombie is a stranger -- Abercrombie: “same kind of result as 1986”
Pfluegers, Others Indicted In Tax Fraud Case (hid assets during Kaloko case)
Hawaii students improve SAT scores as fewer DoE students participate
BOE to vote on Molokai school consolidation
UHPA burns $305K mostly to back Abercrombie, HSTA ‘s PAC broke
Sen. Slom: Vote for Panos the Engineer
Hannemann rolls the dice on GOP appeal
City Council will vote on a measure to restore residential rates for 247 homeowners
Some Hawaii Kai voters still lacking corrected mail-in ballots
Money flows to House, Senate incumbents
Foreclosures hit all-time high—Hawaii 10th in nation
Reports of gunfire in Chinatown uncover (well-known) suspected illegal gaming operation
Honolulu police officer arrested on suspicion of shoplifting
Hilton Hawaiian Village's 1,400 workers vote 'yes' to strike
Hawaiian Telcom plan gets FCC approval
Hawaii Beach Case Appealed to U.S. Supreme Court
UH aims to raise cap on nonresidents
Hokulia bypass bond in hands of shuttered insurer
Hawaii State Department Recognized for Being Energy-Efficient
Hemmings' wife gets probation
HCC plan to erect a 'knotted gun' statue questioned
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010 |
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September 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:48 PM :: 10365 Views
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VIDEO: National Democrats criticize Djou for voting against $40B tax hike
Hannemann’s property tax hike forces eviction of Kalihi non-profits
VIDEO: Hanabusa “can’t say no”
New Study Finds Positive Return on Investment for States that Invest in Quit Smoking Treatments
Waikoloa Workforce Housing CEO: How Hawaii County officials sabotaged affordable housing project
Lingle nominates Scheuer to head DLNR water resources
Lingle calls on Republicans to cast GOP ballots
Abercrombie pushes for gambling, gay marriage
UPW Members protest their leadership again
Cayetano, Roth Support Appointed School Board: Say It Would Make School Leaders More Accountable
HSTA, HGEA squabble over which insolvent health plan to save
Mark Recktenwald sworn in as Hawaii chief justice
Alexander & Baldwin seeks approval on a 2,500-home project outside Kahului
Gay-Atheist Democrats demand Okino Expulsion
Mufi Group says Lingle is stalling rail
Caldwell tries to pretend he is not Hannemann
Theft, rape cases jump in isles
Shapiro: Neil Abercrombie = Jack Burns
Democrats 90% solution
Cayetano to Lingle: Check Rail EIS carefully before signing
Number of absentee voters increasing
Civil Beat Shares Hawaii Legislature Salaries
FAA to cover cost of Lihue Airport expansion
What "The 25 Most Expensive Homes" Reveal About the U.S. Economy
Company offers plan to install free solar panels in isle homes
Interest Groups squabble over endorsements:
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Tuesday, September 14, 2010 |
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September 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:57 PM :: 14956 Views
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Video: Duke Aiona launches first TV ad
Lingle: “Rail EIS is not on my desk as some have incorrectly stated”
Jerry Burris: “Abercrombie is one of just a handful of members of Congress who do not declare a religious affiliation”
Confirmed: Neil Abercrombie does not claim to be Episcopalian
Which kills more: ideology or religion?
Crichton: Environmentalism is a religion
VIDEO: Ground Zero Mosque leader “9-11 truthers are conducting the most exalted jihad."
Hawaii Democratic Convention renews call for closed primary
Hawaii AARP releases Voter guide
Hannemann to Abercrombie: I admit I will raise the GE Tax, when will you admit it?
Hannemann Seeks Non-Democrat Voters
Inouye's coyness promoting confusion
Takamines, longtime legislators, differ with the ILWU over Dem Nomination
ACT 221 Scammers target Rep. Issac Choy
City prosecutor hopefuls lay out visions 1 last time
Shapiro: A taxing connection for Caldwell
Economy is top issue in packed Maui mayoral race
State Auditor doing her part for the DoE/BoE/HSTA: DOE Management Audit Would Overwhelm Her Staff
VEBA: HSTA files lawsuit against Lingle
BOE names Kathryn Matayoshi as superintendent
CB: Island Values flyer is inflammatory but accurate
SA: None of the 14 Hawaii farms (such as my son’s ML&P) are accused of doing anything wrong
Trapped With a Dying Dog: Understanding Human Trafficking, on a Smaller Scale
Review discovers campaign violations by Hawaii County Council members
Kauai Shrimp farm meeting spurs public interest
Kauai electric utility wins approval for rate hike
Quarantine possible to contain coffee berry borer pest
Suspect in 1996 Waikiki Gay Sex Tourism murder provides writing samples
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Monday, September 13, 2010 |
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September 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:06 PM :: 14009 Views
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Star-Advertiser & Abercrombie sing duet on Religion: Only we the elite may draw lines between right and wrong
Inouye part of triumvirate responsible for 15.7% of US transportation pork
“Islam Day”, HB444 promoters fund lying “Abercrombie is an Episcopalian” radio ad
Civil Beat Poll: Voters Don't Want Lawmakers to Bring Back Civil Unions Bill
ILind: Kirk Caldwell’s “hidden home” gets huge tax break
Hannemann advertisement implies key endorsements
SA: Don't lose your right to vote
Democrats: Rules made for ignoring II
Pay-to-Play: Hawaii faces constitutional challenge
Duke Aiona Hosts ‘Ohana Event and 9/11 Remembrance
Honolulu Prosecutor candidate appeals to fight fans
VIDEO: Tea Party remembers 9/11 in Hilo
Rod Tam Responds To Criminal Investigations
Stephens Media is Suing Bloggers
Hannemann: Honolulu Civil Beat Poll Showing Him Behind in Gubernatorial Race is Faulty
Partisans fight over “Progressive Democrats” label
Akaka Bill — Series of 3 Lectures Cover 3 Points of View
American Samoa voters may amend constitution
Local farms in labor bind: Agriculture relies on foreign workers, but the firms that supply them face scrutiny
War on coffee pest begins this week
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Sunday, September 12, 2010 |
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September 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:09 PM :: 5310 Views
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Mufi’s venture capitalist to Neil’s: “F*** you”
Aiona: “Loyalty, duty and self-sacrifice prevailed over fear, uncertainty and sadness.”
Governor’s Ball draws 400
Prevedouros sees hope as poll numbers tighten
Democrats choose between “Bully” and “Cog”
UPI: No love lost between two Dem gubernatorial candidates
Passion for public service paved chief justice's path
September 11 in Hawaii
Hanabusa forms committee to consider ACLU’s lawsuit threat over Senate prayer
KITV: Election Machines Working Fine For Saturday's Primary
Mufi gets $250K from rail contractors
Charter School's plan aims high
The city is lax with public-view rules for 250 historic homes getting property tax exemptions
SA: Keep cameras rolling for Hawaii film industry
Study: Hawaii timeshare occupancy hits 90 percent
Developer’s Poll: The Big Island of Hawaii Community Supports the $1 Billion Development at ‘Aina Le’a
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Saturday, September 11, 2010 |
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September 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:21 PM :: 9053 Views
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Hawaii Muslims cancel big September 11 feast, move it to September 11 Julian instead
Lingle: September 11, 2010 is Patriot Day and Day of Service and Remembrance in Hawaii
Djou: “Out of the ashes, American courage and charity emerged”
Hawaii GOP: Let Democrats sort out their own races
Hawai`i Free Press readership grows 74%
500 soldiers gather at Fort Shafter to observe the attacks' ninth anniversary
Hanabusa Commercial “may not be the best”, Democratic leadership “wasn’t satisfied”
Abercrombie campaigners sentences for Governor’s office sit-in
Civil Beat Robo-Poll says 30% of conservatives support hippie from Buffalo
Hannemann camp questions validity of poll
Abercrombie: “I’m not pandering”
Unions having hard time speaking with single voice
Hawaii Holds First Higher Education Summit
Gay-Atheist Democrats threaten Okino with expulsion
Slaves worked at A&B too: Kaua‘i Coffee linked to human-trafficking lawsuit
Kulani: State panel approves Youth Challenge Academy but not National Guard training
North Hawaii hospital CEO White quits; second to step down in 2 years
Coffee berry borer: How did it get here? What are its potential impacts?
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Friday, September 10, 2010 |
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September 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:08 PM :: 13762 Views
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LA Times: Djou, youthful leaders reshaping Hawaii GOP
Hanabusa: What we see...
Rep Djou job fair draws 600 job seekers
NRCC moves to preempt National Democrats’ false ad
GOP: Hanabusa videotaped campaigning inside polling place limits
Highest suicide rate in US: Hawaii DoE highschoolers
Lingle on Furloughs: “Circuit Court should never have issued the injunction”
Aiona: Lower revenue projection requires “state to spend within its means”
Cam Cavasso Senate campaign wins Okino endorsement, national attention
Djou: Relieved over release of South Korean fishermen
Honolulu Retreat: Healing the pain of abortion
CB/Merriman Poll: Abercrombie 48% to Hannemann 31%
Transsexual BoE member gives $6000 to Abercrombie
ML&P, ILWU make excuses about the slavery in their midst
Discovery of invasive beetle threatens Kona coffee embargo
Sierra Club launches www.MufisMess.com
Judge: Military's Ban On Gays Is Unconstitutional
CB’s Chad Blair complains that Hawaii politics is not Godless
School Furlough Protesters To Be Sentenced Friday
Djou Hosts Job Fair, Says He's Seeking Work Too
State GOP files complaint against Hanabusa
HGEA Letter Addresses Hannemann Endorsement: Union Leader Says Dissension Is Media Creation
Shapiro: HVCA, HCVA, VCAH: Where’s my Excedrin?
Ad slamming Abercrombie funded by five Hawaii residents
A-1 A-lectrician tied to Island Values commercial
Outdoor Circle calls Republican signs “hideous”
Infrastructure Management Group wins rail contract
City scoops land for Honouliuli sewage treatment plant expansion
Survey: Hawaii has 4,881 time-share units in the works
Hawaii human trafficking guilty plea rejected
Military engineers to upgrade Micronesian Health Facilities
Kauai County admits to violating federal law by killing birds due to lighting at facilities
Maui County’s high suicide rate draws action
Federal dollars sought for isle
School photographer found not guilty in sex assault case
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Thursday, September 9, 2010 |
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September 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 12:56 PM :: 8332 Views
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Smart Business Hawaii PAC endorses Carroll for Governor, King for LG
Ka’auwai: “If Hanabusa won’t be voting for herself, why should anyone else?”
Haha’ione Elementary site of Townhall meeting on proposed appointed School Board
Need a job? 50 employers to attend Rep Djou’s job fair
Maui TEA Party releases list of approved candidates
UPDATE: Schatz, Hirono, Hannemann, others ineligible for Democratic Party support
UPDATE: Hilo, Kona, Maui events to mark September 11 attacks
SA: Aiona sees danger if Hawaii returns to one-party rule
Moneyed Hippie stays broke: Abercrombie raises most money, burns it
Candidates submit final money tally before primary
State supreme court: blocking furloughs was premature
Shapiro: Democrats: Rules made for ignoring?
Thai workers describe being lured into slavery in U.S.
'Transparency' applies to rail
Alternet: Mufi IS less moral
Hawaii Islam Day leader speaks out against Koran burning
Missile programme raises concern in Hawaii (Anti-Americans begin campaign)
Release of refunds leads to 22% drop in Hawaii's August tax collections
Hawaii hotel tax revenue jumps 25%
Bored of ed?
Regulators guarantee Hawaiian utility’s ‘green’ profit
Coffee parasite discovered in Kona
University of Hawaii presents state's first-ever higher education summit
Cert Petition In Hawaii Beach Takings Case: Is The Right To Accretion A "Property" Interest?
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Wednesday, September 8, 2010 |
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September 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:36 PM :: 18852 Views
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Will Obamacare kill HHSC?
Gov Lingle appoints Figuera and Kouchi to Senate
Small Modular Reactors: Creating Energy Independence for Hawaii
VIDEO: Rep. Djou hosting job fair with 40 employers Thursday
DoE high schoolers have nation’s highest suicide rate
Mufi promises to “discuss possibility of increasing GE Tax” Star-Advertiser lies about it
Panicked desperate national Democrats, unions pour money into Hanabusa campaign
CB: Aiona did build Hawaii drug Court system
RNC chair Steele hopes to rally Hawaii Republicans with visit
SA Hypocrites: Stop using religion to divide (repeats Abercrombie Episcopal lie)
Abercrombie Slams Hannemann For Using Religion To Divide: In New Ad, Christians Urged to Vote Hannemann, Not Aiona
Shapiro: Hannemann's tactics ungodly
SA Profiles Hannemann, leaves out arrest, MMLG
Abercrombie: Vote early before you find out the truth about me
Complete list of Consolidated polling stations
Honolulu Magazine: Trains Kill Buses
City: "Idiot" version for rail EIS is award-winning
HHS regional director Schultz visits Hilo Medical Center and talks reform
AP: Hawaii brothers guilty of ill-treating Thai workers
NYT: Forced Labor
The Nation: Federal Indictments in Human Trafficking Scheme
Lingle fills vacant senate seats
Education Week provides the arguments HSTA will be using to neuter RTTT even more
Honolulu inflation rises 2.5%: Gas and electricity increases are cited for the jump from the first half of 2009
Hawaiian Airlines' traffic jumps 5.5%
Lehman Estate Files to Foreclose on Ritz Kapalua
Rush Limbaugh, The Haney Project and Hawaii
Old Farmer's Almanac: Global cooling to continue
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Tuesday, September 7, 2010 |
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September 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:17 PM :: 7100 Views
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Hilo, Kona, TEA Party events to mark September 11 attacks
Schatz, Hirono, Hanabusa, Hannemann, ineligible for Democratic Party support
VIDEO: Djou releases new commercial
Abercrombie frames himself as an agent for grubbing pocket change from military industrial complex
RTTT to fund teacher bonuses (No accountability here)
Finnegan: “If we were truly supportive of charter schools, we would have equal funding by now”
Borreca: “This year there is a strong and vocal Republican minority”
RAIL: Kobayashi nails Mufi’s EIS “idiot version” costing $33,022/month
Case family Star-Advertiser: Human trafficking must stop (hypocrisy must stop first)
Green Can Have Dear Economic Price
24 apply to be next schools chief (as BoE prepares to pick Matayoshi)
Panos Prevedouros winning PBN online poll
Birds of a feather: Lyla “Islam Day” Berg endorses Neil Abercrombie
Atheists, others attack Tulsi Gabbard over non-profit
Shapiro: Where are the leaders in Election 2010?
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Indigenous groups gather to heal
ILind prepares gay atheist lobby for Fall Campaign
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Monday, September 6, 2010 |
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September 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:23 PM :: 5262 Views
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Hawaii media suddenly converts Abercrombie to Episcopalian
$11,480 per family: Prevedouros puts the check in the mail
Mainland rail contractors recognize Hannemann’s “distinguished service”
Abercrombie: Hannemann using religion to divide voters
Ken Wong’s name disappears from Mufi campaign site
GOP Chair Michael Steele headlines Hawaii GOP fundraiser
School valued for inclusive atmosphere
SA: Defend Hawaii campaign law
Hawaii Muslim leader cheers triumphal Ground Zero Mosque, calls conference for September, 2011
Well offers chance to clear most of meter waiting list
Rocky road for Kealanani: With no work started on the subdivision, a bank guarantee is allowed to expire
Garden Isle missile site will expand: Testing for a land-based defense system would bring a new complex to the island
Feds spending $1.4M on Midway lead paint clean up
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Sunday, September 5, 2010 |
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September 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 1:26 PM :: 8077 Views
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Star-Advertiser endorses Hannemann, Aiona
Obama’s 9th Circuit nominations rejected by Senate
18,000 new voters as Christians register and felons are knocked off rolls
More Porkulus? Djou and Hanabusa clash on additional federal aid to states
Hawaii Political Dirty Tricks Go High Tech
GOP turncoat Anderson joins Hannemann campaign
Abercrombie open to legalized gambling
Maui mayoral race: Economy in spotlight as old political foes quarrel
Rivals protest endorsement of Tamayo by her nonprofit
State lauded for support of Guard and Reserve
Hawaii human trafficking case covered world-wide
Hawaii electrical grid maxes out on intermittent power supplies
Hawaii 9-11 Truther comes back from Gaza to celebrate as anniversary approaches
Hawaii scammer defrauds deaf
Matson cuts fuel surcharge
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Saturday, September 4, 2010 |
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September 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 5:28 PM :: 13377 Views
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Early Voting sites open now across state
Cardines: “Improve the future of Hawaii’s families by voting”
Adrienne King’s pro-life conversion
Aiona: Hawaii’s economic recovery being slowed at federal level
Aiona: Democrats ‘two peas in a pod’
Arakaki: Abercrombie is not for Christians
Hannemann’s Venture Capitalist Splinter cell
Honolulu Mayoral Candidate Caldwell Launches Negative Ad
Quitting erodes public trust (Ko Olina’s Apo management reshuffle)
KITV: Judge Dismisses DUI Charges Amid HPD Investigation
Human trafficking suspect surrenders
Sierra Club forces fish farm to withdraw application
Maui News: Bogus Ocean temperature sensors record sea ice in Hawaii
Kauai night football shutdown by Federal Department of Eco-Religion
Kauai: Nabeshima-Costa pleads guilty to sexual assault of a minor
Council OKs condominium tax rates bill
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Friday, September 3, 2010 |
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September 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden @ 2:29 PM :: 9119 Views
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Governor Lingle applauds confirmation of Mark Recktenwald as Chief Justice
Use your Maka’i Card to donate to Hawai’i Right to Life Education Fund
Study: Hawaii roads #1 in potholes, #47 in cost effectiveness
SA endorses Schatz, Finnegan for Lt Governor
Gary Okino endorses Charles Djou for Congress
Star-Advertiser Gaian Religionists demand submission while complaining about Jesus
Indictment: Case, Omidyar’s ML&P used alleged slavery contractor (Eco-slavery)
No fuss, no muss: Senators unanimously approve CJ Recktenwald
Kaua‘i a second stop, today, in Aiona’s ‘Connecting’ campaign
SD25 Faulty ballots raise election concerns
Rod Tam hungry to be Mayor
Kauai Mayor candidate pushes hemp
Hawaii County Council candidates woo ag votes
Leaving Hawaii to go from Homeless to Homeowner
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