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47% of Neighbor Island Homes Sold to Out-of-State Residents
The “Residential Home Sales in Hawaiʻi” report summarizes home sale activities in Hawaiʻi recorded for the period from Jan. 2008 to Sept. 2015.
Breezy Winds, Hurricane Season Ends Today
The trades are expected to ease a little on Monday. On Wednesday we expect a reinforcement in the trades. The forecast will remain relatively dry…
Standup Paddle Boarders Rescued in South Maui
After failing to make headway against the trades gusting upwards of 25 mph, the couple sought refuge by climbing aboard a vessel moored 500 yards offshore.
“Meet-and-Greet” with Kanahā Park Rangers on Monday
The public is invited to learn about the focus and priorities for the park. A separate visioning workshop will allow the public to share ideas and feedback for consideration in the development of a proposed Master Plan.
Standup Paddle Boarder Rescued at Honokowai
At 10:33 a.m. Saturday morning, firefighters and ocean safety personnel responded to two standup paddle boarders in distress offshore of Kaanapali Shores Place, in West Maui.
10 Acres Scorched in Olowalu Brush Fire
At 4:53 p.m., Lahaina firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke higher up in the Olowalu Valley.
Hawaii Hires Rolovich to Coach Warriors’ Football
University of Hawaii has hired Nick Rolovich, a former quarterback for the Warriors, as its new head football coach, the school announced today.
Paddle for Hunger Raises $4,300 for Maui Food Bank
The event is described today as a “for-fun, anything that floats, jungle rules race,” where everyone is a winner, including the Maui Food Bank.
Kansas Wins Maui Invitational With Strong Second-half Rally
The Kansas Jayhawks battled back from a first-half deficit to defeat Vanderbilt and win the 2015 Maui Jim Maui Invitational, 70-63. It was the Jayhawks’ second title all-time, having won the championship in 1996.
Pacific Whale Foundation “Welcomes Home the Whales” with Ecotours
Each year, the PWF honors the return of the humpback whales to Maui with the two-hour ecotours led by members of their research team.
Victorino Urges Competitive Interisland Airfares
“The lack of competition has resulted in airfare prices that are cost prohibitive to many people who wish to travel interisland.” – Councilmember Michael Victorino
Eight New Cases: Dengue Fever Count Rises to 101
The total count is now 101, which includes 88 Hawaiʻi residents and 13 visitors. Of the confirmed cases, 78 have been adults and 23 have been children under the age of 18.
Matson to File Rate Increases for 2016
Matson announced that it will raise its cargo rates for Hawaiʻi service by $225 per westbound container and $110 per eastbound container, effective Jan. 3, 2016.
Kansas, Vanderbilt Easily Advance to MIT Championship
The No. 5 Kansas Jayhawks jumped out to a 29-point lead in the first half and then put the offense on cruise control in the second half en route to a 92-73 win over UCLA. The Jayhawks (3-1) were led by senior Perry Ellis who shot 9-for-12 from the floor and totaled 24 points to go along with a team-high six rebounds.
Weather Check Update: Maui Flood Advisory Cancelled
While radar and rain gauges show that heavy rains have ended, the public should remain cautious and alert for any possible flooding conditions.
Maui Ocean Center Launches Shuttle Transportation
The Aquarium shuttles are now in service and will make prearranged pick-ups and drop-offs at designated west and south Maui properties.
UCLA Enjoys Stellar Shooting Over UNLV, Face Kansas Next
Talk about clutch shooting.
The near flawless free-throw shooting of UCLA, connecting on a mind-boggling 23 of 24 at the line, proved to be the difference against UNLV, as the Bruins beat the Rebels 77-75 in the nightcap of Monday’s opening-round action of the Maui Jim Maui Invitational at Lahaina Civic Center.
Wailuku Man Dies in Stabbing Incident, Arrest Made
Taliah Nelson, 32, of Wailuku, has been charged with allegations of second degree murder and she was being held in lieu of $1,000,000 bail.
Serving up a Personal Perspective with GotChefMaui.com
Chef Allain de Leon established GotChefMaui.com after years of resort and restaurant work. Ten years in, his private chef business keeps him busy full-time.
2,160 Gallons of Wastewater Overflows in Waiehu
The overflow was caused by a sewer main line blockage of debris from a heavy rain event leading into the pump station.





