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Survey: Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death More Widespread Than Previously Thought

Officials say that pending ground verification, new estimates show the infection has now spread to some 34,000 acres on the Big Island of Hawai‘i.

Light Winds Return to Maui County

A series of weak fronts passing north of the islands throughout the week will result in the disruption of trade winds across the islands…

Cochran Requests Update on Pest Management Pilot Program

Councilmember Elle Cochran has requested an update on the Department of Public Works’ projects and initiatives, including the pest management pilot program, at a committee meeting scheduled for Monday, Feb. 1 at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber.

Brush Fires: Kahului Community Center and Kula Highway

Maui fire crews responded to two small brush fires reported on Friday evening in Kahului and early Saturday morning in Kula.

Vehicle Accident Ignites Brush at Launiupoko

The fire threatened two homes above the accident and came within 200 feet of one of the structures. The two occupants escaped with minor injuries.

Volcom Pipe Pro is “On”: V.I.P. Trip Awarded to Maui Woman

Congratulations to Jacquelyn Stewman, a surf enthusiast, legal secretary and mother of three who learned of the win in a phone call yesterday.

Maui Set New Visitor Arrival Record in 2015

Last year, Maui and set a new record for annual visitor arrivals, which increased 1.5% to 230,868; visitor expenditures on Maui also grew, increasing 4.9% to $436.8 million, bolstered by higher daily spending which increased by 3.7% to $210 per person.

Weekend Brings Return of Trade Winds

A series of weak fronts are expected over the next several days. The end result will be intervals of land and sea breeze weather peppered…

Oceanside Restaurant: More in Māʻalaea

Oceanside opened in the Harbor Shops on December 22, in the building that used to house Saltimbocca. It marks the start of some big changes coming to Māʻalaea.

Underwater Proposal Amid Sharks at Maui Ocean Center

Brandy is an avid shark enthusiast and had no idea that she would be diving with sharks that day, nor that Joshua would ask her to marry him. Among a crowd of six different species of sharks and an audience of Aquarium guests, Joshua asked the big question and Brandy said yes!

UPDATE: Hiker Falls 15-Feet at ʻĪao Near Nature Center

Rescue crews are responding to a report of a female who fell about 15 feet near a swimming hole above the Hawaiʻi Nature Center in ʻĪao Valley.

Multiple Ocean Rescues off Maui With Rising Northwest Swell

Maui fire and ocean safety personnel responded to multiple ocean related rescues on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2016, due to the rising northwest surf swell.

PHOTOS: It was a Big Wednesday at Pe’ahi

It was a “Big Wednesday” at Pe’ahi “Jaws” today. Conditions were challenging to say the least and many are calling what ensued “carnage”…

Repairs Underway: Broken Main Lines on Lahainaluna Road

Water department officials say customers in the area may experience low water pressure and are asked to conserve water and avoid any unnecessary water use during this time.

Sanctuary To Remain Focused On Humpback Whales

NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries has withdrawn its proposal to expand the size and focus of the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary around Hawaiʻi, and will instead remain focused on humpback whales.

Maui Now Partners for V.I.P. Giveaway to Volcom Pipe Pro

MauiNow.com​ in partnership with Rising Sun Solar and the Volcom Pipe Pro, are offering the public a chance to win a V.I.P. trip for two to the 2016 Volcom Pipe Pro.

Rep. Ing on Industrial Hemp: “It’s Time Has Come”

Alexander and Baldwin’s recent announcement that it will end sugar production at Maui’s Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar Co. will free about 36,000 acres of agriculturally zoned land at the end of 2016, prompting question over what crop would replace sugar.

Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel Earns Two Travvy Awards

Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel has earned two prestigious Travvy Awards for “Best Hawaiian Cultural Hotel” and “Best Family/Resort, Hawaii.”

Sunshine, Haze & Light Winds Expected Today

Rather dry weather and light winds are expected over the next few days. Another weak front will approach the islands later this week. Winds are expected to…

Minnesota Man Recovering After Near Drowning in Kāʻanapali

Authorities say the man regained consciousness and began breathing again after a female nurse on vacation, gave the man two short rounds of chest compressions.
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