Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Honolulu.
Harbors Vintage hosted a $20-and-under swap meet yesterday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 1269 S.
Beretania St with over 15 local vendors offering vintage clothing, home goods, and desserts from Keiko’s Kravingz for sustainable shopping.
Local businesses in Honolulu face rising matcha prices and supply shortages as increased demand pushes production costs higher.
They say these challenges are impacting the availability of matcha products in local shops.
Hawaiian Airlines is raising airfares as fuel costs mount after global oil disruptions from a U.S.-Israeli war triggered by Iran, with the CEO noting more increases might come.
The airline is using its Huakaʻi by Hawaiian discount program for local travelers + may adjust routes if costs persist.
City officials said a West Oahu hillside property that was once favored as the next municipal solid waste landfill is now off the table — a decision that will shift future waste management plans.
Japan Coast Guard Academy’s training ship, the Itsukushima, docked at Honolulu Harbor by Aloha Tower on Friday evening as it began its Pacific journey after a weekend visit.
It is nearly twice as large as its previous vessel, the Kojima, to train more students.
Maui wildfire victims will begin receiving payments in July or August from a $4 billion settlement after insurers agreed to terms that ended delays and set attorney fees at 3% to 10% while initial payments are processed over six months.
Legislators approved measures to curb youth vaping—banning unapproved disposable e-cigarettes—and plan to forgive up to $91.3 million in medical debt for nearly 50,000 residents if the program takes effect July 1.
The bills will go to Gov. Green for his signature.
Local restaurant Oh My Grill offers summer deals on discounted plate lunches, family-style platters, and catering packages + mystery bottle rewards program at its locations including Kailua, Pearl City Gateway, and Pearl Kai Shopping Center, with specials running until midnight.
Local first-time homebuyers are benefiting from the Hale Kamaaina Mortgage Program that offers below-market mortgage rates to help families cope with a steady median home price of about $1.5 million.
Three homeowners have taken advantage of the program this month.
UH baseball legend Les Murakami celebrated his 90th birthday with family + friends on Sunday afternoon, even though his birthday falls on June 1.
His celebration highlighted a long-standing legacy with the university team that continues to inspire locals.
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