Disappointed employees prepared to leave Pier 19 after being told of the 249 layoffs and shutdown of Hawaii Superferry operations.
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Superferry lays off 249 of 308
Senators sink the first version of a bill that would let the Alakai operate.
SEAL's valor merits Medal of Honor
A Pearl Harbor-based Navy SEAL will become the first serviceman to receive the Medal of Honor for combat in Afghanistan.
Abuse happens 'in Plain Sight'
A film featuring local celebs targets domestic violence.
'Big Bruddah' allegedly beat people
A former school coach is on trial, accused of ordering violent crime.
in Features
Crazy for the '80s
"Acid Wash Wednesdays" approaches its second anniversary in February, the weekly '80s experience at NextDoor.
in Sports
Parting shots
Lakers and Warriors finish up their two-game Hawaii preseason schedule.
Spartans a big test for Warriors
The Hawaii football team stands at a crossroads of credibility today.
in Business
Texas biodiesel company eyes move to isles
Safe Renewables Corp. wants to use Hawaii as its base to develop alternative fuel sources.
in Editorial
Aid ferry but balance it with public concerns
Legislators are poised to meet in a special session to help the Superferry.
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