DON HO'S FINAL ENCORE: Haumea Hebenstreit Ho, widow of Don Ho, held the urn containing Ho's ashes before they were scattered at sea during yesterday's ceremonies in Waikiki. (See a special slide show presentation of the day's events.)
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Hawaii News
Aloha Don Ho
Love and applause fill final aloha for beloved entertainer - Special memorial coverage
Home blaze in Liliha kills 93-year-old man
Damage to the home of Ace Agena and his family is estimated at $200,000
Nuclear sub USS Hawaii joins fleet
The USS Hawaii officially became part of the Navy yesterday with its commissioning ceremony
in Features
Blossoming community
Artists' trading cards put collectible creations in the palm of your hand
in Sports
'Bows sweep Vulcans
Rainbows finish sweep in Hilo with 7-2 win
in Travel
Aqua Hotels' special deal includes time at the spa
Guests booking the Waikiki hotels' "Spring into Spa" special receive a free one-hour AquaSPA treatme
in Business
The Other Puna
Part of the transformation of the Big Island's 'Wild West' district has been driven by an influx of gay residents in recent years
in Editorial
Children's health care will put Hawaii on top
The Legislature has approved a bill that would ensure health coverage for all of the state's children.
Contacts with Syria, Iran indicate progress
The secretary of state and other officials have departed from their refusal to talk with Syrian and Iranian officials
Con Con
Why we need one; how to carry it off
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