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By Kathleen Merryman The vog cloaked all of Hawaii as we flew in to visit our grandchildren and their parents.The cloud of volcanic smog was born in the 4,000 tons of sulphur dioxide that Madam Pele has been blowing out … Continue reading →

As part of the continuing green movement, consumers are showing an increased interest in agriculturally-focused real estate developments, creating an experience where they can set down roots, grow and thrive–literally and figuratively. As a key example, Kealanani is a sustainable, … Continue reading →

It will be another voggy day today across most of the state, the National Weather Service said in its forecast.Light south to southeast winds and Hazy conditions will continue today, forecasters said.The development of sea breezes over most islands this … Continue reading →

Two Hawaii beaches made the top 10 beaches list for 2008.Hanalei Beach on the north shore of Kauai came in at number 2 while Hamoa Beach on the eastern end of Maui south of Hana came in at number 7.The … Continue reading →

By Deborah Ward The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) began construction of sewer improvements at Waimea State Recreation Pier on Kaua‘i yesterday.As part of the Lingle-Aiona Administration’s ongoing capital improvement program to upgrade existing state park and small … Continue reading →

An agreement between Kauai officials and Kauai’s most popular guidebook will put beach safety bookmarks in all new copies of the “Ultimate Kauai Guide,” county officials announced.The bookmarks are part of the county’s efforts to reduce drownings on the Garden … Continue reading →

All four Hawaii counties will see zero economic growth in 2008, reflecting the slowing state and national economy, according to a new report.The effects of fewer visitors to the islands, the failure of Aloha Airlines and ATA, the departure of … Continue reading →

Hilo Hattie, one of the largest retailers of Hawaiian fashions, souvenirs and gifts, has been sold to a California-based owner of a chain of hair salons.TOC Inc. purchased the 45-year-old privately owned company for an undisclosed amount, the company said … Continue reading →

By Allison Schaefers The residential real estate markets on Kauai and the Big Island saw both median home prices and transactions slide last month as economic concerns continued to chip away at the market. However, luxury buyer activity bolstered condominium … Continue reading →

Airports on Kauai and the Big Island will received almost $6 million in grants from the Federal Aviation Administration.Lihue Airport on Kauai will get $5.7 million in federal funding for improvements to its terminal building.Hilo International on the Big Island … Continue reading →