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Residents of Kaunakakai and Kalae on Molokai are asked to limit water use to essential needs only in order to keep the Kaunakakai water tank at a safe level while repairs are being completed to the water well pump. The County is temporarily using a Department of Hawaiian Home Land’s well to fill the tank, […]

The state is seeking approval to include Maui’s Ohai and Kahakapao Loop Trails into its list of inventory as part of the island’s Na Ala Hele Trail and Access program.

The State land board will review a $130,000 settlement reached to resolve a dispute between Makena Boat Partners and the state. The issue stems from a citizens complaint filed in July of 2007, alleging that the company’s Kai Kanani vessel was anchored on coral in Makena Bay. An initial inspection by the state Division of […]

The recent promotion of four firefighters to the rank of battalion chief marked a milestone for the department.  The simultaneous promotion of Karl Kubo, Derrick Arruda, James “Kimo” Kino and Valeriano Martin allows the department to fill an existing vacancy and three newly created positions. The department had sought for eight years to increase the […]

State Director of Human Resources Development Marie Laderta today notified the United Public Workers and the Hawai’i Government Employees Association of possible reductions in force of more than 1,100 state employees covered by collective bargaining agreements. The issuance of the layoff list comes in accordance with a 90-day notification requirement that must be followed before […]

Homestead lessees for 66 lots in the Hawaiian Homes Keokea subdivision selected their new homestead lots over the weekend. The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands fulfills a commitment made more than 23 years ago to provide basic infrastructure for roads, potable water, electrical and telecommunications service. The subdivision was recently reconfigured for the Upcountry farm […]

EXPECT MINOR DELAYS AT CRATER ROAD AT HALEAKALA JULY 21-24 Beginning Tuesday, July 21st work will begin to re-stripe two and a half miles of Crater Road in Haleakala National Park between the summit parking lot and the Kalahaku lookout.  This work is scheduled to end at close of business Friday, July 24th.  The road […]

Governor Linda Lingle has ordered the Hawaii State flag at state and county buildings throughout Hawaii to fly at half-staff on Sunday, July 19, 2009, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of former State Senator Henry T. “Hank” Takitani who died earlier this month. The Governor’s proclamation also encourages residents to display the state flag […]

KAUNAKAKAI, MOLOKAI, HI – The County of Maui will hold a public meeting will be today, Saturday, July 18 at the Kaunakakai Little League Ball Park at 12 noon. County officials will discuss the need for residents and businesses in Kaunakakai and Kalae on the island of Molokai to take immediate steps to conserve water […]

Congresswoman Mazie K. Hirono voted in support of a federal appropriations act that helped to secure $3,065,000 in funding for Hawaii. Maui’s ‘Iao Flood Control Project is one of six projects included in the request, which passed with a favorable 307-97 vote in the House.  The $250,000 ‘Iao allocation is expected to provide better protection […]

Kamehameha Schools today announced the appointment of Micah A. Kane as its newest trustee this afternoon (Friday, July 17, 2009).  The appointment was made by Hawaii Probate Judge Colleen Hirai. Kane is a 1987 graduate of Kamehameha Schools and currently serves as the Director of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands.  His appointment is for […]

The Hawai’i State Department of Health (DOH) confirmed a third death involving a novel H1N1 influenza infection in Hawaii. Health officials identified the individual as an adult female in her early 50’s who had several severe chronic underlying medical conditions. “Although flu was the primary cause of death for this individual, she had serious underlying […]

IMMEDIATE KAUNAKAKAI AND KALAE WATER CONSERVATION REQUIRED KAUNAKAKAI, Molokai, HI – A mechanical breakdown affecting a water pump will severely affect residents and businesses in Kaunakakai and Kalae on Molokai. Until repairs can be completed, residents and businesses in the areas of Kaunakakai and Kalae should make every effort to immediately conserve water and limit […]

The Maui Police Department announced the promotion of Captain Danny Matsuura to the rank of Assistant Chief. Matsuura will serve as Commander of the Support Services Bureau in his capacity as Assistant Chief.  He fills the void created by the recent promotion of Deputy Chief Clayton Tom with the new administration. Assistant Chief Matsuura is […]

The State Board of Education voted to remove Hana Library from a list of proposed closures. State Senator J. Kalani English responded to the news after attending last night’s meeting in Honolulu saying, “I’m very pleased with the results tonight.”  English credited his colleague Rep. Mele Carroll, also of East Maui, and BOE Maui Representative […]

Governor Linda Lingle announced today, a furlough plan for herself and her cabinet. The two day per month furlough goes into effect on August 1, 2009 and is expected to save the state more than $1.2 million annually. The announcement comes after a ruling in circuit court two weeks ago that stopped the Governor from […]

Four members of the Maui Fire Department were promoted to Battalion Chief during a badge pinning ceremony Wednesday at the Kahului Fire Station. Those promoted include Derrick Arruda, James Kino, Karl Kubo and Valeriano Martin. The expansion positions were among the administration’s goals set by Maui Fire Chief Jeff Murray, and part of the department’s […]

Celebrate the release of Uluwehi Guerrero’s brand new CD, “Uluwehi Sings Na Mele Hula Aloha.” A CD Release Event will be held at 5 p.m., Saturday July 18th at the Borders Books & Music store, located in the Maui Marketplace on Dairy Road in Kahului. Uluwehi Guerrero is recognized as the Na Hoku Hanohano award-winner […]

KAHULUI — The ‘Ahahui Ka’ahumanu Rummage/Plant/Bake Sale will be held from 6 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 18, 2009  in Kahului at 46 E. Papa Ave. Shoppers will find housewares, furnishings, clothing, toys, jewelry and books plus local-style pickled items, such as takuan (daikon). The 85-member Wailuku chapter of ‘Ahahui Ka’ahumanu was started in 1923. […]

The state board of education will consider today the closure of five public libraries including the public library in the remote East Maui community of Hana. The proposed closures were raised by the Hawaii State Public Library System as a way of cutting state costs. Community advocates say Hana’s distance from other resources would put […]