Honolulu County, Hawaii

Bail Reform Meeting to Shrink the Human and Financial Cost of Jails in Hawaii Hosted by the Hawaii Justice Coalition

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Monday, July 30, 2018
American Civil Liberties Union, Honolulu, Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States

Carrie Ann Shirota, Chair of the Hawai'i Justice Council Steering Committee, notes that other states have reduced incarceration and crime rates through bail reform, in conjunction with comprehensive "smart justice" policies.

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  • Carrie Ann Shirota, Chair of the Hawai'i Justice Council Steering Committee, notes that other states have reduced incarceration and crime rates through bail reform, in conjunction with comprehensive "smart justice" policies.
  • At the community meeting, expert panelists criminal defense attorney Rustam A. Barbee, ACLU of Hawai'i legal director Mateo Caballero, and ACLU of Hawai'i Legal Fellow Ainsley Dowling, will provide insight into Hawaii's bail system.
  • Hawai'i Justice Coalition seeks to shift state spending priorities from mass criminalization and incarceration towards rehabilitation, education, restorative justice, health and human services.
  • Hawai'i Justice Coalition founding member organizations include The ACLU of Hawai'i, Americans for Democratic Action Hawai'i, The Community Alliance on Prisons, Democratic Socialists of Honolulu, Hawai'i friends of Restorative Justice, Hawai'i Health and Harm Reduction Center, and the First Unitarian Church of Honolulu.

Robert F. Schneider is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Friday, July 27, 2018
Surname, Tanaka, Schneider, Honolulu, Geography of the United States, Honolulu County, Hawaii

HONOLULU, July 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Robert F. Schneider is recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Professional in the field of Real Estate Law in Hawaii.

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  • HONOLULU, July 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Robert F. Schneider is recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Professional in the field of Real Estate Law in Hawaii.
  • Mr. Schneider practices in Honolulu at the firm of Schneider Tanaka Radovich Andrew & Tanaka.
  • The attorneys at Schneider Tanaka Radovich Andrew & Tanaka practice exclusively in the areas of real estate and business law.
  • With over forty years of legal experience, Mr. Schneider has established himself as a respected professional in the field.

"Nature Meets Neon" at the Transformed Shoreline Hotel Waikiki

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Wednesday, July 11, 2018
Waikiki, Honolulu County, Hawaii, Royal Hawaiian, Honolulu, Oahu, Geography of the United States, Waikiki Parc

HONOLULU, July 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Shoreline Hotel Waikiki , a boutique hotel located in the heart of Waikiki, is excited to unveil its major property renovation, with design by BHDM Design .

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  • HONOLULU, July 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Shoreline Hotel Waikiki , a boutique hotel located in the heart of Waikiki, is excited to unveil its major property renovation, with design by BHDM Design .
  • "We're excited to introduce a new hospitality experience to Waikiki, bringing elements of modern design and experiential touchpoints to our hotel for visitors and locals," said Alvida Surpia-Jones, general manager of Shoreline.
  • Steps away from beaches, restaurants, dining, and shopping, Shoreline Hotel Waikiki is situated one block from Waikiki Beach, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, Luxury Row, and two blocks from The International Marketplace.
  • Located in the heart of Waikiki, Shoreline Hotel Waikiki brings a unique boutique hotel experience to Hawaii with its colorful design and custom art.

Former First Hawaiian Bank CFO Michael Ching Returns to EY as Honolulu Office Managing Partner

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Monday, June 25, 2018
Economy, Business, Ernst & Young, Chief financial officer, Honolulu County, Hawaii, EY

NEW YORK, June 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY) announced today that Michael Ching has been named the Honolulu Office Managing Partner, effective October 1, 2018.

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  • NEW YORK, June 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ernst & Young LLP (EY) announced today that Michael Ching has been named the Honolulu Office Managing Partner, effective October 1, 2018.
  • Ching will be responsible for continuing to grow the practice, managing resources and overseeing client service in the Hawaii market.
  • Ching most recently served as the CFO at First Hawaiian Bank, where he oversaw all finance and treasury functions.
  • "I am excited to return to the EY family and lead the Honolulu office and its group of talented professionals," noted Ching.

Pearl Harbor's USS Arizona Survivor Honored with Bridge Dedication

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Thursday, June 14, 2018
Attack on Pearl Harbor, Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States, USS Arizona, Pearl Harbor, Oahu

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., June 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Don Stratton (95), one of the last remaining survivors from the attack on the USS Arizona in Pearl Harbor, was honored on Friday as the Interstate 25 /Fillmore Bridge in Colorado Springs was named in the U.S. Navy veteran's honor.

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  • COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., June 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Don Stratton (95), one of the last remaining survivors from the attack on the USS Arizona in Pearl Harbor, was honored on Friday as the Interstate 25 /Fillmore Bridge in Colorado Springs was named in the U.S. Navy veteran's honor.
  • Nearly 1,200 crewmen of the USS Arizona were killed during the Pearl Harbor attack, almost half of all the casualties from the initial encounter.
  • Joe Anne is the daughter of Joe George, the U.S. Navy sailor, now deceased, who saved Don Stratton and five others from the USS Arizona in 1941.
  • "We could not be more honored to have a hero of Don's stature living with us at Holiday Village."

Hawaiian Airlines Celebrates New Long Beach Service

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Friday, June 1, 2018
United States, Honolulu County, Hawaii, Hawaiian Airlines, Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, Hawaii, Hawaiian language, Honolulu

Hawaii's hometown airline also treated guests departing Long Beach to an "Aloha Friday" beach bag filled with Hawaiian vacation essentials, including reef-safe lip balm from its partner Raw Elements, OluKai island footwear coupons, and 250 HawaiianMiles.

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  • Hawaii's hometown airline also treated guests departing Long Beach to an "Aloha Friday" beach bag filled with Hawaiian vacation essentials, including reef-safe lip balm from its partner Raw Elements, OluKai island footwear coupons, and 250 HawaiianMiles.
  • Long Beach becomes Hawaiian's 12th U.S. gateway city in an expanding network that offers travelers unrivalled access to the Hawaiian Islands.
  • "We're thrilled to grow our West Coast presence by offering Southern California travelers another convenient gateway to experience our award-winning Hawaiian hospitality," said Peter Ingram, president and CEO at Hawaiian Airlines.
  • "I am delighted that Hawaiian Airlines is now offering service to Honolulu from Long Beach Airport," said Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia.

Honolulu Star-Advertiser's "Digital Billboard Network" Honored For Innovation At The Mega-Conference

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Friday, April 27, 2018
Media in Honolulu, Black Press, The Honolulu Advertiser, Honolulu Star-Advertiser, Honolulu Star-Bulletin, Honolulu, Honolulu County, Hawaii, Hawaii, Geography of the United States

"The results have been impressive with nearly 900,000 views in January 2018, resulting in a daily audience that rivals that of local radio or television morning shows.

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  • "The results have been impressive with nearly 900,000 views in January 2018, resulting in a daily audience that rivals that of local radio or television morning shows.
  • Digital technology has made a positive impact on the DOOH market globally which is expected to reach $26.21 billion by 2023.
  • The Honolulu Star-Advertiser is a finalist in four categories for its Digital Billboard Network.
  • The Honolulu Star-Advertiser published its first edition on June 7, 2010, combining the best of the 128-year-old Honolulu Star-Bulletin and the 154-year-old Honolulu Advertiser.

Diamond Resorts Acquires The Modern Honolulu

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Thursday, April 19, 2018
Honolulu County, Hawaii, Waikiki, Hawaii, Geography of the United States, Diamond Resorts, Honolulu, Hawaiian architecture, Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Hotel chains, OpenTravel Alliance, Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach

LAS VEGAS, April 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Diamond Resorts, a global leader in the hospitality and vacation ownership industries, has closed on the acquisition of The Modern Honolulu, a boutique hotel in Honolulu, Hawaii.

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  • LAS VEGAS, April 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Diamond Resorts, a global leader in the hospitality and vacation ownership industries, has closed on the acquisition of The Modern Honolulu, a boutique hotel in Honolulu, Hawaii.
  • Rated a Forbes Travel Four-Star hotel, The Modern Honolulu adds to Diamond Resorts' collection of premier resorts, and is the company's first managed property on Oahu.
  • The Modern Honolulu is typified by a modern Hawaiian vibe, ocean and marina views, multiple food and beverage offerings, a full-service spa and two swimming pools.
  • "We are thrilled to add The Modern Honolulu to Diamond's growing portfolio of resorts," said Michael Flaskey, Chief Executive Officer of Diamond Resorts.