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Man charged in gunpoint threat at workplace

Prosecutors yesterday charged a Kapolei man with allegedly making a gunpoint threat to kill his employer. More »

Christmas family festival Dec. 6 includes crafters

Christmas Between the Avenues, an outdoor family festival with food, keiki rides, live entertainment and local crafters showcasing their handmade products and treasures, will take place from 5 to 10 p.m. Dec. 6 at Nanaikapono Elementary School. More »

Dream theme touted

Disney's plan for its resort in Ko Olina includes 350 hotel rooms and 480 timeshare units. The attraction is expected to open in three years.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts broke ground yesterday on a family-oriented resort expected to open in Ko Olina on O'ahu's Leeward Coast in 2011 and announced that the company has donated $100,000 to four public schools in the area. More »

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