Maui News
Leahey Repeats as Hawai‘i Sportscaster of the Year
For the second consecutive year, Kanoa Leahey has earned Hawaii Sportscaster of the Year honors from the National Sports Media Association.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Serves Meals to Federal Employees
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard helped serve meals for federal employees impacted by the government shutdown at the World Central Kitchen’s #ChefsforFeds pop-up kitchen.
Missing Person: Man Known to Frequent South Maui
Paul Cavazos, 47, was reported missing by a relative in the mainland. Authorities say he was last heard from about three to four months ago.
Residential Rooftop Solar Installations Up 5%
Installation of residential rooftop solar systems used by Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawaiʿi Electric Light customers increased by 5.3% in 2018-2017
Saiki Examines Economic Divide in Opening Day Remarks
Speaker Saiki spoke of the increasingly difficult time residents have in making ends meet and the divide between those with and without resources.
Agriculture Department and DBEDT Leaders Appointed
Gov. David Ige has appointed a new chairperson of the Board of Agriculture and a new director at the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.
Haleakalā Regulations Enforced During Government Shutdown
Haleakalā National Park rangers have issued a reminder to the public that they are enforcing all regulations during the lapse in appropriated funds.
Community Workshops for Historic Preservation Plan
Open-house-style workshops are scheduled this month for residents to help develop a new Maui County historic preservation plan.
PHOTO: Maui Sailor Participates in Navy Fitness Challenge
Operations Specialist 1st Class Andrew Pristyak, from Kīhei, Maui, participates in a Sailor of the Year fitness challenge in Yokosuka, Japan.
‘Iolani Palace to Close Earlier Due to Vandalism, Vagrancy
This change is necessary to better protect the sanctity of the palace and preservation of its invaluable buildings and grounds.
Curbside Refuse Collection Rescheduled in Makawao
A personnel shortage resulted in missed refuse collection in Makawao on Tuesday. Trash on the missed route has been rescheduled for collection today.
Deputy Director Appointments to DAGS, DLIR, Budget & Finance
Governor David Ige made several appointments and re-appointments on Tuesday, Jan. 15, all subject to Senate confirmation.
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of Jan. 15, 2018
May they rest in peace. Maui obituaries for the week of Jan. 15, 2018. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
First Dispensary on Hawai‘i Island to Begin Sales
Hawaiʻi Island’s first medical cannabis dispensary, Big Island Grown Dispensaries will begin sales of dried flower, with a grand opening event this Wednesday.
Maui Crime Jan. 6-12, 2019: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 10 burglaries, 14 vehicle thefts and 23 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Jan. 6-12, 2019.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Calls for End to Government Shutdown
In recognition of the 25th day of the longest government shutdown in American history, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard today called for an end to the government shutdown.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i After Large Vanuatu Quake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a 6.6 (preliminary magnitude 6.8) earthquake reported at 8:07 a.m. HST off of the Vanuatu islands.
Hawai‘i Secures Injunction Halting Attempt to Limit Birth Control Access
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Clare Connors has joined a coalition of fourteen Attorney Generals seeking to protect access to birth control.
New Cultural Arts Course at UH Maui College
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College is offering a new Cultural Arts course through its continuing education program with master artist Kenneth Hiraoka.
Maui’s Araki-Regan Named DOT First Deputy
Maui’s Lynn Araki-Regan was appointed first deputy at the state Department of Transportation Administration.
