State to Update Molokai Community on Operations at Kaunakakai Harbor
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Humane Society News Release
The Humane Society of the United States and The Humane Society Wildlife Land Trust announced new efforts to support the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Conservation and Resource Enforcement’s work to combat poaching and designated wildlife-related crimes by sponsoring a toll-free, confidential reward tip line, 1-855-DLNR-TIP.
Yacht to Continue Molokai Visits, For Now
American Safari Cruises (ASC) is resuming scheduled two-day stops to Molokai later this month after company officials, local protesters and state and federal authorities reached an agreement. The 36-passenger yacht temporarily ceased docking on Molokai in early December after residents raised concerns about local protocol not being followed in allowing the boat to add Molokai to its Hawaii itinerary."We are grateful to the wonderful people of Molokai for their true aloha spirit. We hold tremendous respect for their unwavering desire to preserve their traditional lifestyle for future generations," said Dan Blanchard, ASC CEO.New Home for Christmas
For the first Christmas in years, Harry Puaa won’t have to worry about rain blowing into his house. The Vietnam veteran lives with his wife “in the oldest house on this road” – Pu`ukapele Ave. in Ho`olehua – and has called it home since the early 1940s. Now, with bedding peeking out of broken wall boards, glass windows mostly missing and a sagging roofline, living in the old house could make some people question their good fortunes.
But “Uncle Harry” doesn’t think much of it, referring nonchalantly to having spent two years in Vietnam with no house at all. “To me, it’s a house,” he says, motioning a camouflage uniform-clad arm toward a new home that is rising behind his old one.
Parish Prayers Answered
In the soft glow of dusk and new lights of the bell tower, hundreds gathered in front of the recently-completed St. Damien Catholic church in Kaunakakai last Friday to celebrate its dedication.
Father Clyde Guerreiro led the throng through the doors for the first time, followed by Honolulu Bishop Larry Silva, a host of visiting priests and many Molokai parishioners. The parish has been planning and fundraising for the new worship structure since 1995, with a goal of holding Mass in the church on Christmas Eve 2011, according to Guerreiro.
Blessed Marianne Close to Sainthood
Molokai’s Blessed Marianne Cope, who served in Kalaupapa with St. Damien, came one step closer to sainthood last Tuesday when Vatican officials attributed a second miracle to her intercession, according to the Syracuse, N.Y.-based Sisters of St. Francis.
Now all that remains before her canonization is Pope Benedict XVI’s approval, expected sometime next year.
A group of cardinals and bishops in Rome confirmed a medical board’s decision that the recovery of a woman from a fatal health condition was inexplicable, and due to a miracle of Blessed Marianne, according to Syracuse.com.
Mokulele Airlines Cancel Flights Effective Immediately
The Federal Aviation Administration has announced all Mokulele Airlines flights have been canceled until further notice effective immediately statewide. The suspension comes after the company found certain parts of the Cessna 208 may be faulty and require replacement. For ticketing questions, call 888-435-9462.
American Safari Cruises Cancels Another Molokai Stop
Statement from Dan Blanchard, CEO and principal at American Safari:
We are continuing to work with state, federal and local representatives in Hawaii on concerns brought forth in the last community meeting on Molokai. In respect for the continuing discussions, the Safari Explorer yacht will not visit Moloka’i as planned on its next voyage, Dec. 16 and 17. We are committed to our vendors and supporters on Molokai. We look forward to reaching a mutually agreeable resolution and our peaceful return to Molokai soon. Mahalo.
Lighting Up the Holidays
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Floats:
1. Rapanot Construction
2. PK Distributors
3. Dennis Keanini
4. L&R Farms
5. Friendly Market Center
Marching Units
1. Girl Scouts
2. Molokai Game Fowl
Tree Decorating
1. Liz Lum
2. Ola Molokai
3. Lian Gonzalez
4. Friendly Market Center
Ornament Decorating - Adults
1. Saia Stone-He
2. Liz Lum
3. Yvonne Friel
Ornament Decorating - Kids 2-12 years
1. Kase Stone-He
2. Summer Stone
3. Kaohu Stone
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