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Hybrid Weather Pattern Expected Today
Winds have weakened and turned out of the southeast. These lighter winds will allow afternoon sea breezes to develop, driving cloud and shower formation over…
Real Estate Update: New Developments
Maui real estate sales dipped to their lowest level all year, while home and condo developments are gearing up all over the island.
Geminid Meteor Shower Peaks, Winds Weaken
A front approaching from the northwest will shift winds to a weak southeast flow over the islands starting early Saturday. The lighter winds will allow…
Kulamalu Affordable-Rental Project Breaks Ground
The groundbreaking and blessing ceremony for the 64-unit Kulamalu affordable-rental project in Pukalani was held on Thursday, Dec. 10.
Longhi’s: A Living Legacy in Lahaina
Longhi’s Restaurant in Lahaina opened in December 1976, started by a man who fell in love with Maui and turned a vacation into a lasting business venture.
Hāna Pier Improvements Proposal to be Discussed
Proposed improvements to Hāna Pier in East Maui will be discussed during an informational meeting hosted by the state Department of Transportation, Harbors Division on Dec. 17, 2015.
Geminid Meteor Shower Active, Peaks This Weekend
The Geminid Meteor Shower is active in Hawaiʻi through December 19, 2015. The show in the sky began Sunday December 6, 2015. Unlike last year, this year…
Maui Boy Selected for Role in “Aloha Santa” Christmas Movie
Maui’s Ryan Ursua, a 5th grader at Pōmaikaʻi Elementary School, has been cast in the Christmas comedy movie “Aloha Santa” staring comedian/actor George Lopez.
39-Unit Nani Loa Condominium Hotel Proposed in South Maui
The Maui Planning Commission issued a Finding of No Significant Impact for a 39-unit hotel condominium complex proposed for construction on 1.4 acres of land in Kīhei.
VIDEO: Man Arrested During Pāʻia Altercation
On Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015 at around 8:02 a.m., Maui police were assigned to the Shell Station along Hāna Hwy. in Pāʻia for a report of a fight between an adult male, identified as Keola Vasconcellos, 37, with no local address, who was allegedly hitting a 45-year-old Kahului woman, who police identified as a victim.
Pit-Bull Wounded in Police Gunfire Euthanized, Woman Arrested
A Maui woman was arrested on allegations of attempted assault against police after she allegedly un-caged a pit-bull during police response to a home in Wailuku.
Report: Hawaiʻi Using Just 4% of Funds from Tobacco Settlement for Prevention
The report notes that tobacco companies spend $4 to promote tobacco use for every $1 Hawaiʻi spends to prevent it. That’s just 4% of the $170.9 million that will be collected by the state this year from the 1998 tobacco settlement and tobacco taxes.
Pipe Invitational is “On”: VIP Trip to Billabong Pipe Masters Awarded
The Pipe Invitational has been called on this morning, commencing at 8 a.m. in what organizers are calling “massive 10-to-15 foot surf at Pipeline.”
High Surf Warning, Pe’ahi Swell Expected Today
Our current northwest swell is expected to continue building Wednesday. Swell should begin easing late in the day Wednesday. This…
LUC Votes to Deny Olowalu EIS
The state Land Use Commission on Monday denied acceptance of the Olowalu Town LLC and Olowalu Ekolu LLC’s Final Environmental Impact Statement.
A Day in the Life at Honua Kai Resort & Spa
Maui Now’s Kiaora Bohlool had the opportunity to experience Honua Kai Resort & Spa, which features 628 condos in Kāʻanapali, available for nightly rental and full ownership.
Mysterious Sounds Recorded Near Humpback Whales off of Maui
A research biologist and co-founder of the Whale Trust Maui is making national headlines after recording heartbeat-like sounds produced by humpback whales, that are different than any other sounds previously recorded.
Island Air Offers Interisland Coupon Packages
Island Air’s new Island Travel Pak offers travelers two different interisland coupon packages to fit the needs of both leisure and business travelers.
Lighter Winds Today, PM Clouds
The trades are expected to weaken on Monday and allow for sea breezes to develop. This will bring periods of afternoon clouds and showers over leeward…
U.S. Women’s Soccer Match Canceled Due to Unsafe Turf
Two months from today the 2016 Pro Bowl will be played at Aloha Stadium. Today, the playing surface at Aloha Stadium was deemed unfit to host an international soccer match by the players of the U.S. Women’s National Team.
