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Maui Spent $113,895 in Response to February Tsunami Threat...
The County of Maui spent an estimated $113,895 in costs related to the tsunami warning issued on February 27, 2010. Maui Mayor Charmaine Tavares said,”When we’re faced with the imminent threat of a natural disaster, we take immediate steps to protect the public’s safety.” “In situations like...
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Police Review Surveillance Video in Ongoing Arson Investigation
Police Review Surveillance Video in Ongoing Arson Investigation...
By Wendy Osher The Maui Police Department continues an investigation into a suspicious fire reported Saturday, March 6, 2010 in Kapalua.  Authorities have classified the incident as an Arson and are investigating possible evidence leading to an alleged hate crime towards the victim. Detectives with the department’s Criminal...
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High Winds Down Power Pole Upcountry
High Winds Down Power Pole Upcountry...
Crews from Maui Electric Company are working to repair a fallen power pole that came down during strong winds. At 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, motorists were able to access Olinda Road up to the 600 block; but other addresses were being accessed through Piiholo Road. MECO estimated the time of reopening to be around 10 p.m. Earlier...
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Maui Arts and Cultural Center Awarded $250,000 CIP Grant
Maui Arts and Cultural Center Awarded $250,000 CIP Grant...
A $250,000 capital improvement grant was released to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) to help fund the construction of an event pavilion and new roof.  The funds were released by today by Governor Linda Lingle and approved by state lawmakers in the 2009 legislative session. Upon releasing the funds Lingle said,...
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Former Editor of Maui Island Guide named Acting Director of Commerce Department
Former Editor of Maui Island Guide named Acting Director of Commerce Department...
The former editor for the Maui Island Guide magazine, Ron Boyer, was named Acting Director of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA).  Governor Linda Lingle also named Rod Maile as the deputy director of the department. Boyer will replace Larry Reifurth, who will be sworn in tomorrow as an associate judge...
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Wind Advisory Extended for Maui County
Wind Advisory Extended for Maui County...
March 10, 2010 – 4:00 p.m. The National Weather Service in Honolulu has EXTENDED the WIND ADVISORY for MAUI COUNTY and is now in effect until 6 a.m. Thursday. File photo MauiNOW.com A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Trade winds will be sustained near 30 mph with frequent gusts to near 50 mph...
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Funding Considered for Kahikinui Watershed Protection and Haleakala Koa Forest Restoration
Funding Considered for Kahikinui Watershed Protection and Haleakala Koa Forest Restoration...
By Wendy Osher The state will consider the expenditure of more than $1 million in federal funds for six landowner incentive program projects across Hawaii.  Nearly half of the funding would go to Tri-Isle Resource Conservation & Development Inc. for watershed forest protection at Kahikinui, Maui.  The allocation would...
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Hawaiian Caucus Honors Ali’i Nui William Roback Jr.
Hawaiian Caucus Honors Ali’i Nui William Roback Jr....
The Hawaii State legislature will honor Maui’s William Roback, Jr. today, Tuesday, March 09, 2010, for his recent selection as Alii Nui for the Royal Order of Kamehameha I.  Roback was elected by members of the royal society to serve a three-year term as head, or Alii Nui of the organization. William Roback Jr., Ali'i...
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1,208 Whales Sighted in Great Maui Whale Count
1,208 Whales Sighted in Great Maui Whale Count...
A total of 1,208 humpback whale sightings were reported in the Great Maui Whale Count, held over the weekend.  The Pacific Whale Foundation says an average of 382 whales per hour were tallied during the count, which took place at 12 stations across Maui.  The sightings represented a 19.6% increase over last year, but...
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$7.2 Million Released for Maui Dialysis Unit
$7.2 Million Released for Maui Dialysis Unit...
More than $7.2 million in state funding was released today for improvements at Maui Memorial Medical Center.  The funding will be used to finance the construction and equipment for a new dialysis unit at Maui Memorial Medical Center.  The project is expected to begin in October 2010 and be competed by May of 2011. Governor...
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