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Local News
•	Fireworks permit sales up
•	Threat suspect held for mental exam
•	Missouri gets a 'bounce'
•	Hawaii DOE, teachers union reach a deal
•	It’s always Christmas as Hawaii congregations give back
•	Timing of Obama's family vacation in Hawaii is 'perfect'
•	Obamas leave Bo behind
POLICE
•	Setback for porn suspect
•	Man who made threats now in jail
MY COMMUNITIES
•	Young adults lag in flu vaccinations
•	Worker in critical condition after falling off UH building
•	Woman, 33, suspected of purse-snatching in Waikíkí
•	Snorkeler from Washington state dies in Kealakekua Bay
•	Police warn of e-mail scam originating from London
•	Islands brace for new swell with waves up to 40 feet
•	Homeless-aid projects get $9.7 million in HUD grants
OTHER NEWS
•	Closed for Christmas
•	Most Isle post offices plan to remain open today
•	Obituaries
LEE CATALUNA
•	A wish for Christmas, all dipped in gold
ADVERTISER CHRISTMAS FUND
•	Family could use holiday boost