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For some corals, meals can come with a side of plastic

December 3, 2019January 5, 2021 Hawaii Hui 67 Views

Tiny microplastic particles are about as common in the ocean today as plastic is in our daily lives. Synthetic clothing,
Source: Hawaii Star.

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4th annual state hackathon seeks innovation for public agencies

October 15, 2019January 5, 2021 Hawaii Hui 91 Views

Gov. David Ige’s vision for the HACC when it began in 2015 included providing an opportunity for civic engagement with
Source: Hawaii Star.

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‘Rapid Ohia Death’ spotted on Oahu

July 31, 2019January 5, 2021 Hawaii Hui 56 Views

One of the species of fungus causing Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death (ROD) was recently detected for the first time on Oahu.
Source: Hawaii Star.

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New Honolulu Cat Cafe ‘Popoki and Tea’ Secures Kaimuki Location

July 11, 2019January 5, 2021 Hawaii Hui 85 Views

A new cat cafe is coming to Honolulu. Popoki and Tea has signed a lease for a streetfront retail space
Source: Hawaii Star.

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Thirty Meter Telescope set to start construction

July 10, 2019January 5, 2021 Hawaii Hui 71 Views

Hawaii Gov. David Ige and the Thirty Meter Telescope International Observatory (TIO) today announced that construction of the Thirty Meter
Source: Hawaii Star.

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TMT construction gets green light

June 20, 2019January 5, 2021 Hawaii Hui 74 Views

Gov. David Ige announced that the state Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) issued a notice to proceed (NTP)
Source: Hawaii Star.

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UH team studies physics through Japan particle collider

March 16, 2019January 5, 2021 Hawaii Hui 81 Views

Successfully circulating the electron beam marks the beginning of the phase three of the SuperKEKB project, Japan’s largest electron-positron collider, built 11 meters underground on the KEK Tsukuba campus.
Source: Hawaii Star.

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Onizuka Day of Exploration returns April 27

March 10, 2019January 5, 2021 Hawaii Hui 88 Views

The Onizuka Day of Exploration offers more than 100 games, activities and exhibits, both indoors and out.
Source: Hawaii Star.

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Farm data shows 60 percent improvement in diabetes risk

February 26, 2019January 5, 2021 Hawaii Hui 63 Views

The UH study partnered with MAʻO Organic Farms in Waiʻanae, which provides educational and employment opportunities to young people in the area.
Source: Hawaii Star.

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New wave mural unveiled in Kaka‘ako

February 24, 2019January 5, 2021 Hawaii Hui 105 Views

The AccesSurf mural, which will be on display at The Barn at SALT at Our Kakaʻako, will help raise awareness of the nonprofit’s mission of building an inclusive community that empowers people with disabilities, through accessible beach and water programs.
Source: Hawaii Star.

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Paris Baguette Brings International Bakery Franchise to Hawaii

May 26, 2023May 26, 2023 Hawaii Hui

Paris Baguette, the bakery café concept with 4,000 units worldwide including nearly 150 in the United States, has seen significant growth in the past year. After a remarkable 2022 and strong first quarter in 2023, the franchisor is continuing along an impressive growth trajectory with its most recent signing of its first four locations in Hawaii.

“We are thrilled to announce additional expansion to Hawaii. There’s a tremendous amount of opportunity in the bakery café space,” explained Mark Mele, chief development officer. “No other bakery café franchisors are doing what Paris Baguette is on the same scale. Our ability to stay true to our bakery café roots while embracing aggressive expansion has garnered attention, and that only serves to drive us forward.”

The Hawaii deal will bring the total number of locations within the state to four. The agreement was signed by Robert Kurisu, a Honolulu resident and local real estate professional who is pioneering the additional growth.

“When looking for the right franchise opportunity, Paris Baguette was the ideal fit because of its amazing product line, store design and proven response from communities throughout the United States,” said Kurisu.

Moving forward, the brand continues to eye the 1,000 unit mark within the U.S. by 2030, and as it continues to grow, Mele explained that Paris Baguette seeks passionate franchisees interested in serving people in a welcoming neighborhood establishment.

“We want someone who is going to take the time to put the right staff members in place in their store and ensure everyone understands the most important person is the guest,” he added.

Within the $17 billion bakery segment, Paris Baguette continues to differentiate itself by offering breads, cakes and pastries made fresh daily, unlike many other concepts that primarily offer soups, salads and other pre-made goods.

ABOUT PARIS BAGUETTE

Paris Baguette is a bakery café franchise with more than 4,000 units across the globe. The brand first started franchising in 2015 in the U.S. and has since established nearly 150 locations in markets across the country, making it one of the premier franchise opportunities in its category. Paris Baguette’s primary mission, executed every day by its expert staff of bakers, cakers and baristas, is to share moments of joy with customers and help customers share moments of joy with their friends and family by providing world-class cakes, pastries, coffees, breads and other French-inspired bakery café fare.

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