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At some universities, pets are part of everyday college life

Leaving for college involves some difficult changes, and one of them can be separation from a beloved pet. “If an animal is part of your entire life, and caring for them is a huge part of it, to take that away is pretty dramatic,” says Kimberly Brubaker. If it’s a high enough ...

In the Loop

Daytime activities this weekend are plentiful. If you’re an avid DIY-er or a homeowner with vision and an interest in design, the CIM Maui Home Show features the latest trends, techniques and products shared by building and design professionals from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m, today at War Memorial ...

6 simple ways to greener living

Protecting the planet is a goal for millions of people across the globe. And that’s a good thing, as the planet is increasingly in need of help. Behaviors few people may give a second thought to can dramatically impact the planet in a negative way. For example, according to Worldwatch ...

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Book Review: Rob Hart’s ‘The Warehouse’ is whip-smart thriller

• “The Warehouse: a Novel,” by Rob Hart (Crown) Futuristic thrillers such as “1984,” “Fahrenheit 451” and “The Handmaid’s Tale” succeed because the plots harbor more than a few kernels of truth that make the stories believable. Add Rob Hart’s whip-smart thriller “The ...

97th Maui Fair Parade Applications Now Available

Applications are now available for groups interested in participating in Maui’s biggest parade. The theme for this year is “Make Memories, Share Moment.” The traditional Maui Fair parade proclaims the opening of the 97th Fair on Thursday, Oct.3, starting promptly at 4:30 p.m. The parade will start at the UH Maui College campus, turn right onto Ka‘ahumanu Avenue, and proceed to Kanaloa Avenue. The Fairground opens at 5 p.m. Those interested can register and submit applications online at www.mauifair.com/parade-information. Participants must attend a mandatory meeting from 5:30 ...