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1. Damien Memorial School rebrands as Saint Damien School in Honolulu (news-usa.today) — A longtime Honolulu Catholic school has a new name: Damien Memorial School has officially rebranded as Saint Damien School, reflecting its historic roots and ongoing mission. Founded by the Diocese of Honolulu on former swampland after World War II, the campus continues to honor Saint Damien while expanding ties with its sister school in California and the broader Oahu community.
2. The Latest Challenge For Honolulu Police: Hire More Women (civilbeat.org) — Honolulu residents should know that HPD has pledged to double the share of women in its ranks to 30% by 2030, even as it struggles with hundreds of vacancies. Leaders are exploring childcare stipends, a future childcare center, and revamped recruitment that highlights everyday community work to make policing more appealing and supportive for women.
3. Punchbowl memorial ceremony honors Nisei service members (staradvertiser.com) — Residents connected to Honolulu's Nisei veterans gathered at Punchbowl to honor the 100th Battalion, 442nd, 1399th Engineers, and Military Intelligence Service, whose service shaped Hawaii's history. Speakers highlighted how their legacy still guides local civic life, from the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific to infrastructure like a Honolulu Board of Water Supply tank still in use today.
4. New free UH program 'Direct to UH' streamlines college applications for Hawaii seniors (hawaiinewsnow.com) — Honolulu families with high school juniors should know about "Direct to UH," a new free program simplifying applications to UH Mānoa, Honolulu Community College, and other campuses. Open to Hawaii public school Class of 2027 students, it offers clear GPA-based pathways, counselor support, and help with financial aid ahead of the May 1 fall deadline.
5. Former UH libero Kolby Kanetake returns to Manoa as Rainbow Wahine assistant coach (hawaiinewsnow.com) — University of Hawaii volleyball fans in Honolulu will see a familiar face courtside, as former Rainbow Warrior libero Kolby Kanetake has returned to Manoa as an assistant coach for the Rainbow Wahine. The Moanalua High alum is leading the team's back-row defense, collaborating closely with fellow coaches and already drawing praise from players for his in-game guidance and local role-model presence.
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