Maui News
Mayor Victorino to Visit Japan and Korea in a Goodwill, Business Trip
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino and First Lady Joycelyn Victorino leave today for an 11-day goodwill and economic development trip to Japan and Korea.
Victorino Praises State Funds, Including $110 M for Pā‘ia Bypass
“These projects include much-needed school buildings, $110 million for the Pāʻia bypass and $38 million for upgrades at Kahului Airport terminal and…
Missing Person Update: Maui Police Respond to 9-1-1 Call From Above Makawao Forest
On Tuesday, May 14, 2019, a 911 call was received from an area above the Makawao Forest Reserve about possible additional information to this investigation.
A Week Missing: New Video Shows Amanda Eller at Ha‘ikū Market
New surveillance photos of what appears to be Eller’s vehicle parking outside of the Haʻikū Market have been released.
Search of Ha‘ikū Home Nets Arrest, 1.2 Pounds of Meth Found
Vice Division Narcotics Unit officers executed search warrants on Bronsen Rodrigues, 33, at his residence in Haʻikū. His bail was set at $150,000, cash only.
Mayor, Lt. Gov. Tour Old UH-Maui College Dorm Site
“I’m confident that these can be renovated into emergency housing,” Mayor Victorino said.
Search for Amanda Eller Expands to ‘Hog Ridge’ Area
Volunteers continued their search for Amanda Eller on Tuesday, May 14, 2019–six days after she was reported missing at the Makawao Forest Reserve.
Two Visitors Rescued at Pu‘u Keka‘a
The incident was reported at 2:22 p.m. on May 13, 2019 at Puʻu Kekaʻa in the area often referred to as “Black Rock” in Kāʻanapali.
Maui’s ConRAC Blessed, Service Starts Wednesday
A blessing was held today for the $340 million Consolidated Rental Car facility or “ConRAC” facility at Maui’s Kahului Airport.
Mother’s Day Package “Mailed The Day She Disappeared”
“It was filled with beautiful items and a lovely letter which included Amanda’s love for her family and excitement about her future.”
Maui Police Week Honors Those Killed in Line of Duty
A ceremony was held at the Wailuku Police Station on Monday, honoring five officers and US National Park Ranger killed in the line of duty in Maui County.
Six Days Missing, Where Could Amanda Eller Be?
Konkol said he felt “pulled” in a particular direction and noted that the area northeast of the parking area “keeps coming up.” He described Eller as his “soul partner” and said he felt like she was “very much alive.”
Cast No Shadow! Lāhainā Noon Dates
Lāhainā Noon is upon us. It’s that time of year where at local noon, any upright object, will have no shadow. This phenomenon only occurs in the tropics because…
Visitor Warned of Shorebreak, Rescued at Mākena, Maui
A 27-year-old male visitor was transported to the hospital after injuring his lower back in large shorebreak in Mākena on Saturday afternoon, May 11, 2109.
6-Year-Old Girl Rescued from Large Surf at Kaupō, Maui
A six-year-old girl was transported to the hospital by ambulance after suffering injuries in large surf on Sunday morning, May 12, 2019.
Maui Electric Aerial Helicopter Inspections, May 13
Maui Electric Company will be using a helicopter to perform routine power line inspections on Maui and Moloka‘i on Monday, May 13, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of May 12, 2019
Maui obituary notices for the week of May 12, 2019. May they rest in peace. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
Missing Maui Woman: Family Arrives, Search Scaled Back
Those involved with the search for 35-year-old Amanda Eller of Haʻikū at the Makawao Forest Reserve say the organized search by fire and police departments is being scaled back on site, but volunteers are hoping skilled hikers, repellers and experienced search teams can continue their efforts.
Maui County Charity Walk Raises $1.2 Million
The Maui Hotel & Lodging Association celebrated 41 years of giving back to the community with its annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk.
Attorney General Pushes for Marijuana Industry Banking Access
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Clare E. Connors joined a bipartisan coalition urging Congress to grant the marijuana industry access to the federal banking system.
