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Kāneʻohe Stream maintenance starting soon

The City & County of Honolulu, Department of Facility Maintenance (DFM) will begin maintenance of Kāneʻohe (Kamo‘oali‘i) Stream between Luluku Road and Likelike Highway beginning July 12, 2021. The maintenance work is authorized under Department of the Army Permit POH-2017-00198 issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. DFM’s Division of Road Maintenance will be utilizing heavy equipment to remove overgrown vegetation, rocks, silt, and other material from approximately 1,500 linear... Read More
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New data on Hawai‘i vaccinations and achieving herd immunity

Beginning today, the Hawai‘i Department of Health’s Disease Outbreak Control Division COVID-19 data dashboard reflects new data provided by federal agencies. This includes new information on where the vaccines were administered and the age of the people who received the vaccinations. The improved data shows an increase in the percentage of persons who have completed their vaccinations in all counties.  Vaccinations with federal dataVaccinations without federal dataHonolulu County60%51%Hawai‘i County54%51%Maui County52%50%Kaua‘i County58%55%... Read More

39 New Hawaii COVID-19 Cases: 7/6

In the latest COVID-19 cases report from the Government of the Aloha State, 39 new Hawaii COVID-19 cases were reported bringing the total to 38,082 (up 0.1% from the previous day). To date, 1,752,391 COVID-19 tests have been conducted with 36,135 resulting in a positive reading and marking today’s positivity rate at 0.1%. Currently, the average daily cases is 46.4. There were a total of 615 cases reported in the past... Read More
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Draft Oʻahu Pedestrian Plan available for public review

The City and County of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services (DTS) is excited to publish the Draft Oʻahu Pedestrian Plan. The Draft Oʻahu Pedestrian Plan is Honolulu’s first island-wide pedestrian plan that aims to create vibrant, safe, and accessible streets to enable those of all ages and abilities to get around safely and comfortably on foot. Walking is the oldest, most efficient, affordable, and environmental-friendly form of transportation. It is how... Read More
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Makiki Stream maintenance starts today

The City & County of Honolulu, Department of Facility Maintenance (DFM) will begin maintenance of Makiki Stream between Philip Street and Fern Street beginning July 6, 2021. The maintenance work is authorized under Department of the Army Permit POH-2017-00198 issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. DFM’s Division of Road Maintenance will be utilizing heavy equipment to remove overgrown vegetation, rocks, silt, and other material from approximately 800 linear feet... Read More
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79 New Hawaii COVID-19 Cases: DATE

In the latest COVID-19 cases report from the Government of the Aloha State, 79 new Hawaii COVID-19 cases were reported bringing the total to 37,886 (up 0.2% from the previous day). To date, 1,741,589 COVID-19 tests have been conducted with 35,936 resulting in a positive reading and marking today’s positivity rate at 1.6%. Currently, the average daily cases is 44. There were a total of 612 cases reported in the past... Read More
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Honolulu expands free COVID-19 testing to state workers

Today, the City and County of Honolulu through an agreement with the National Kidney Foundation of Hawai‘i Consortium has expanded free COVID-19 testing to State workers (including legislators) and their family members (must be of the same household). Those eligible can take advantage of test kits being made available at the City’s Mobile Lab at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. The PCR mid-turbinate test will be processed and results provided... Read More
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Hawaii Health Dept warns not to drink raw milk

Hawai‘i Department of Health Food Safety Branch inspectors are visiting pet supply stores and food retailers throughout the state and issuing cease and desist notices to those engaged in the illegal sale of unpasteurized goat milk. An embargo on raw milk products, which are not safe for human consumption, is now in effect. Pet stores or any other retailer that has raw milk in their possession must remove the product from... Read More
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New airport shuttle from Kahului to resorts

Visitors to Maui will be able to use a new shuttle service from Kahului Airport to West Maui and Wailea starting this weekend. It will be another ground transportation option for travelers to consider while visiting the Valley Isle. Maui is still experiencing a rental car shortage. The new “Maui ALOHA Shuttle” is the result of collaborative interagency meetings convened by the Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) and the Hawaii Department of... Read More
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Honolulu park pools back to lap swimming

Beginning today, Thursday, July 1, COVID-19 restrictions on lap swim will be removed from all City park pools. This includes restoring the regular amount of lanes per pool and walk-in, first-come-first-served public access. To accommodate their unique and diverse communities, each pool operates under their own schedule. During our popular Summer Fun Program, many of these pools are utilized by the program keiki and are closed to the public during that... Read More
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1 Death and 49 New Hawaii COVID-19 Cases: 7/1

In the latest COVID-19 cases report from the Government of the Aloha State, 49 new Hawaii COVID-19 cases were reported bringing the total to 37,807 (up 0.1% from the previous day). To date, 1,738,938 COVID-19 tests have been conducted with 35,868 resulting in a positive reading and marking today’s positivity rate at 1.4%. Currently, the average daily cases is 39.9. There were a total of 585 cases reported in the past... Read More
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Hawaii Merrie Monarch Festival starting tonight

The Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) is proud to support the broadcast of the 58th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival and Season 3 of the Pop-Up Makeke that will air during the festival. This is the 11th year that HTA has been a sponsor of the Merrie Monarch Festival. Hawaiian culture is one of HTA’s four pillars in its 2020-2025 Strategic Plan, which is also translated into Olelo Hawaii. Due to restrictions because... Read More
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1 Death and 56 New Hawaii COVID-19 Cases: 6/30

In the latest COVID-19 cases report from the Government of the Aloha State, 56 new Hawaii COVID-19 cases were reported bringing the total to 37,758 (up 0.1% from the previous day). To date, 1,735,649 COVID-19 tests have been conducted with 35,820 resulting in a positive reading and marking today’s positivity rate at 1.5%. Currently, the average daily cases is 41.4. There were a total of 569 cases reported in the past... Read More
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Maui Kuhio Highway: New contraflow schedule

The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) informs Kauai residents of modified Saturday contraflow hours on Kuhio Highway beginning July 3. The new schedule will result in reduced hours on the back end, shifting from 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. In light of recent northbound traffic congestion, HDOT placed counters on Kuhio Highway the past two Saturdays to confirm the timing of the southbound traffic peak... Read More
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33 New Hawaii COVID-19 Cases: 6/29

In the latest COVID-19 cases report from the Government of the Aloha State, 33 new Hawaii COVID-19 cases were reported bringing the total to 37,702 (up 0.1% from the previous day). To date, 1,732,211 COVID-19 tests have been conducted with 35,762 resulting in a positive reading and marking today’s positivity rate at 1.4%. Currently, the average daily cases is 41. There were a total of 551 cases reported in the past... Read More