Interests clash over proposed HPM manufacturing facility in Koloa
KOLOA — A proposed South Shore manufacturing facility has emerged as the latest battleground in the ongoing debate over the island’s approach to development.
“The Cello Songs Project” coming to Kaua‘i’s Bandwagon
KAPA‘A — The Cello Songs Project, a unique collaboration between singer-songwriter Jonatha Brooke and cellist Rebecca Arons, is coming to Kapa‘a this weekend.
Judge explains reasoning for Arthur Brun’s drug trafficking sentence
LIHU‘E — The federal judge who sentenced former Kaua‘i County Councilmember Arthur Brun to 20 years in prison Wednesday cited the defendant’s assault of a Kaua‘i Police Department lieutenant as a factor that influenced his decision.
Brun sentenced to 20 years for Kaua‘i drug trafficking ring
LIHU‘E — U.S. District Judge Derrick K. Watson sentenced former County Councilmember Arthur Brun to a term of 20 years imprisonment without possibility of parole at a hearing Wednesday morning for charges related to running a drug-trafficking ring on Kaua‘i.
Hiranaka enters not-guilty pleas
LIHU‘E — The former Kaua‘i Police Department clerk accused of computer fraud and first-degree theft entered not-guilty pleas at her arraignment in Fifth Circuit Court in Lihu‘e Tuesday.
Fejeran reaches plea deal in stabbing case
LIHU‘E — Ha‘ena resident Gregory Fejeran Jr., 59, pleaded no contest Tuesday to a charge of second degree assault in a January stabbing that hospitalized an O‘ahu man.
KPD ramps up traffic enforcement for graduation, summer
LIHU‘E — The Kaua‘i Police Department is ramping up traffic enforcement throughout the summer.
Kapa‘a High graduates 238 in 1st in-person ceremony since 2019
KAPA‘A — A rainstorm couldn’t dampen the spirits of the resilient Kapa‘a High School seniors, who graduated at the Bryan J. Baptiste Sports Complex Friday evening.
Council introduces bill expanding size of guest houses on Kaua‘i
LIHU‘E — A bill introduced at County Council on Wednesday would increase the maximum size of guest houses, a move intended to make a dent in the ongoing housing crisis on island.
Former KPD records clerk charged with theft, fraud
LIHU‘E — A Wailua woman turned herself in to authorities last week after a grand jury indicted her on charges of computer fraud and theft.
Sondheim’s ‘Company’ staged by Kaua‘i Community Players
The Kaua‘i Community Players are closing out their season on a high note with the late Stephen Sondheim’s iconic comedy “Company.”
Healing Horses gets OED grant to help create carriage program
WAIPOULI — Carriage horses Rowdy and Chip had a long journey before joining the Healing Horses stable on Kaua‘i.
Kaua‘i county council shuts down vacation rental tax
LIHU‘E — By a 4-3 vote, the County Council voted down a measure Friday that would have increased the tax rate on vacation rental units and used the funding for affordable housing.
Search suspended for missing Lawai man
LIHU‘E — After nearly a week, efforts to find Moses “Lono” Gardner have been suspended pending new information, Kaua‘i Police Department said Thursday.
Clinical hypnotist, Dr. Ran Anbar to speak on Kaua‘i
PRINCEVILLE — Dr. Ran Anbar’s journey to clinical hypnosis began with a burger.
NTSB: Pilot error caused Safari Helicopters deadly crash
LIHU‘E — Federal investigators said Tuesday the 2019 Safari Aviation helicopter crash that killed seven was the result of the pilot’s decision to fly into poor weather conditions.
Kaua‘i fighters grab belts on O‘ahu
HANAPEPE — Brody Melendez, 14, felt nervous stepping into the ring for his first road fight at the Man-up Stand-up kickboxing event in Wai‘anae last weekend.
State legislature closes an ambitious session
HONOLULU — After two years of COVID-induced budget cuts, the state Legislature took advantage of a rebounding economy and federal relief funding to enact an ambitious agenda.
Civil Air Patrol to hold public information session May 6
LIHU‘E — The Civil Air Patrol will hold an informational session today for those interested in participating in the organization.
KPD requests funds for ‘Green Harvest’ operations
LIHU‘E — A Kaua‘i Police Department “Green Harvest” cannabis suppression program is poised to continue this year.