Hawaiian Airlines reached a tentative agreement with union mechanics.  The deal with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, District 142 is for a four-year contract with increased compensation for members and operational improvements for the company. The negotiations cover 600 employees, including those working as aircraft inspectors, mechanics, line service, cleaners, and contract [...]

By Wendy Osher SLIGHT INCREASE AIMED AT COVERING COLLECTIVE BARGAINING RAISES The Maui Police Department presented its 2011 budget request before the council’s budget and finance committee today.  The Department is seeking an increase of about $300,000 in part to cover the 6% pay raise sworn officers are entitled to under the last year of [...]

Using native flora and fauna as a source of inspiration a trio of Hawaiian women are designing clothing in a uniquely Hawaiian way.

After 10 years, PK Higa is returning a head coach of the King Kekaulike football team.

Fresh new sounds from New Zealands Three Houses Down are moving on up at Pacific Radio Groups Native 92.5 FM.

Hawaii’s premiere hands-on arts and cultural festival will grace the grounds of the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua Resort, April 2-4, 2010.  In preparation for the 18th Annual Celebration of the Arts Festival, event chair Clifford Nae’ole announced the theme “E ia ka Manawa”, or “Here, Now is the Time” saying this year’s focus will initiate thoughts from [...]

Hawai’i’s economic recovery has begun according to the latest economic    forecast released by the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization. The Spring report says employment is stabilizing, with many sectors expected to add modest numbers of jobs as the year progresses. While growth is resuming, the pace of recovery—according to the report—will be slow.  [...]

The Maui Roller Girls proudly present their first official Roller Derby Bout on Maui!  The event begins at 3 p.m. Saturday, March 27th at the Central Maui Boys and girls Outdoor Basketball Courts on Kanaloa Avenue in Kahului. The bout features MRG’s Crazy 808’s and the Garden Island Renegade Rollerz of Kauai. Flat Track Roller [...]

Enforcement officers from the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement (DOCARE), will be at several locations on Maui this weekend helping to educate ocean users about humpback whales, monk seals, sea turtles, and other marine protected species. DOCARE officers along with staff from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric [...]

By Wendy Osher [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRGmNVV-6lE[/youtube] Ukulele virtuoso, Jake Shimabukuro visited Pacific Radio Group’s KPOA 93.5 FM studio today in preparation for his weekend concert at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.   Prior to his Saturday, March 27th, 2010 performance at the Castle Theater, Jake had planned to make his rounds in the community, visiting high schools, [...]