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Maui Pineapple Saved With Newly Formed Company: Haliimaile Pineapple Company, Ltd.
January 1, 2010 marks a new day for pineapple production on Maui, as a team that includes five former Maui Pineapple Company executives assume operations of Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc. The five join Ulupalakua Ranch’s Pardee Erdman in running the newly named Haliimaile Pineapple Company, Ltd. The new company will officially assumes operations […]
NOAA Charges Vessel For Repeat Violations Of Whale Protection Rules
With Hawaii’s humpback whale season underway, officials are reminding boaters and other ocean users to use caution and follow whale protection rules. Federal regulations require people to stay at least 100 yards away from the wintering whales. In the past two years, officials reported 12 cases involving violations, including approaches by swimmers, non-motorized watercraft, and […]
Deadline Extended To Apply For Maui Boards And Commissions
The deadline to apply for the various vacancies on the county’s Boards and Commissions has been extended to next week Friday, January 8, 2009. There are a total of 73 vacancies that were created due in part to expiring terms. Terms for seats on County Boards, Councils, Commissions and Committees last from two to five […]
State to Expand Artificial Reef at Keawakapu on Maui
The state will be adding 1,500 concrete modules to Keawakapu Beach on Monday in an effort to expand an artificial reef located about a half mile offshore. The public is asked to stay clear of the area as crews from the Department of Land and Natural Resources work to deploy the “Z” modules beginning at […]
Suspect Sought in Attempted Sex Assault at War Memorial Complex
By Wendy Osher Maui Police are seeking a suspect wanted in an attempted sex assault incident at the War Memorial Complex over the weekend. A female reported being attacked when she went to use the restroom between the tennis courts and baseball fields at around 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 22, 2009. The woman was […]
VIDEO: Cincinnati and Gonzaga Battle it out for Maui Invitational Title
By Wendy Osher The EA SPORTS Maui Invitational Basketball tournament is now in its final day at the Lahaina Civic Center.  In the first game of the day, Colorado finished 7th in the tourney after defeating host Chaminade 73-58. In the third place game, Wisconsin led Maryland at the half 37-27. The lead had lessened […]
30 Foot Surf Expected on the North Shore
A High Surf WARNING is in effect for the North and West facing shores of Maui and Molokai until 6 a.m. Thursday, November 26, 2009. This will result in very dangerous swimming conditions and deadly rip currents. Surf will increase to heights of 20 to 30 feet along North facings shores of Molokai and Maui […]
Lanai Trash Service Delayed
Residents on Lanai are out of trash service this week and possibly next. The island’s dump truck missed scheduled pickups on Monday and Tuesday because of a mechanical problem with the truck’s rear lift gate. The county ordered a new part and is working to repair the truck as quickly as possible. In the meantime, […]
VIDEO: Miss Ulalena and Mackie Mac Make Money For McDonald’s
By Wendy Osher On-air personalities from Maui’s Pacific Radio Group were among the list of radio and news talent from across the state that joined McDonald’s restaurants today in a fundraising campaign for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Hawaii. The annual McHappy Day event, formerly known as World Children’s Day is part of a […]
MPD Promotes Rickard to Rank of Captain
A 22-year veteran of the Maui Police Department was promoted this week to the rank of Captain. Dean Rickard, earned the 2007 County of Maui Team of the Year award while serving in his most recent pot as Commander of the Plans & Training Section. Rickard takes on his new post as Captain and District […]
MFD 27th Recruit Class Helps Hunger Relief
The 27th Recruit Class of the Maui Fire Department will hold a fundraising food drive party in support of the Maui Food Bank. Those in attendance are asked to bring a canned food item to support the local holiday food drive and restock shelves at the Maui Food Bank. The Food Drive Party runs from […]
Wailuku Health Center Gets AC Funds for Federal Compliance
The Wailuku Health Center on Maui is getting $268,000 for air conditioning improvements. The center’s original design from 1967, utilized natural ventilation which no longer meets Federal requirements. Under the Federal Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act, doors must be kept shut and ground level windows covered with curtains or blinds for the privacy of clients. […]
Maui Radio to Broadcast Live Coverage of EA SPORTS Maui Invitational
By Wendy Osher ESPN 550 AM on Maui will broadcast all 12 of the EA SPORTS Maui Invitational Basketball tournament games to be played November 23-25 at the Lahaina Civic Center. The Nationally televised event is hosted by Chaminade University and is touted as the nation’s premier early season college-basketball tournament. Play-by-play will be provided […]
VIDEO: 19th Annual Hula O Nā Keiki 2009
Keiki hula students showcased their style and grace in the 19th Annual Hula O Nā Keiki competition on Nov. 13-15 at the Kāʻanapali Beach Hotel. Hālau Kekuaokalāʻauʻalaʻiliahi under the direction of nā kumu hula ʻIliahi & Haunani Joy Paredes was honored with Master and Miss Overall Hula O Nā Keiki titles.
C&K Spreads Thanksgiving Cheer on Maui & Molokai
By Wendy Osher Contemporary Hawaiian musicians, Cecilio & Kapono, are sharing early Thanksgiving cheer with the homeless community and transitional residents of Maui County. The duo will visit Wailuku’s Ka Hale A ke Ola Homeless Resource Center on Friday, November 20, 2009, where they will perform a free concert and talk story with residents. The […]
The Flyin Hawaiian Hosts Benefit Golf Tourney
Phillies All-Star and Maui native, Shane Victorino returns home to host a Second Annual Celebrity Golf Classic this weekend. The event takes place this Saturday, November 21st at noon at the Makena Beach & Golf Resort and will benefit the Hawaii Children’s Cancer Foundation. Last year, the Golf Classic hosted by the Flyin’ Hawaiian, raised […]
Keeping Hawaii Motorists Safe Over the Holidays
The state Department of Transportation’s Highways and Airports Divisions will be partnering with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) on a safety awareness campaign called “Tie One On For Safety.” All state vehicles from these divisions will display a red ribbon until the end of the year as a commitment to remind people about the dangers […]
State Forecasts Gradual Economic Recovery
The state issued an updated economic report that predicts gradual recovery for Hawaii. The state Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism, says it expects the national recession and the sharp decreases in visitor expenditures to continue to affect Hawaii’s economy. In its latest quarterly report released on Tuesday, the DBEDT forecasts a 3.3 percent […]
Kahului Library gets $77,000 for Air Conditioning
More than $4 million in state funds were released for improvements to public libraries across the state. The Majority of the funds, $2,570,000, will be used to finance additional design and construction costs for energy efficiency projects at public libraries statewide. Governor Linda Lingle also released $77,000 in additional construction funds for the replacement of […]
Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing in Kahului Cane Field
A tour helicopter made an emergency landing in a Kahului cane field Monday afternoon when the pilot experienced an engine problem. The Federal Aviation Administration says the Eurocopter EC-130 Rotocraft, was operated by Blue Hawaiian Helicopters. There were six passengers and a pilot aboard the craft at the time of the incident. No injuries were […]