Volcanic cinders rode a gas plume from Halemaumau Crater yesterday, as high as a mile above ground, as 4-inch blobs of lava spewed inside the crater yesterday for the first time since 1982.
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Molokai Ranch to quit island
Stung by rejection of its planned luxury project, the owner will lay off 120 staffers and seal off the land
Isles' delegation grabs $30M in UH earmarks
The add-ons ensure not just the "big states" benefit, politicians say
Tsunami experts prepare for waves
UH, the Army Corps of Engineers and Civil Defense are making an inundation map
Aloha, Varsity Theatre
The art-film venue and local landmark takes its final bow
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Solemn devotions
Tending the grave sites of loved ones is a daily act of caring for some
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Donovan deals with deficit
New athletic director Jim Donovan begins his first official work day at Manoa since leaving his associate AD's position six years ago
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HEI asked to clarify mortgage risk
Its American Savings Bank unit carries mortgages that were issued by Countrywide
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Eject chickens from residential neighborhoods
Hawaii Kai residents have petitioned the City Council to take action in removing feral hens and roosters from their neighborhood
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