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Two Women, Toddler Safe After Night in Kailua Forest
Two women and a toddler are safe after becoming lost and spending the night in Kailua at the location ofter referred to as the “Bamboo Forest.”
Weekend Offers Music, Humorist, Heart Walk and Free Film
Once again, Friday has rolled around, bringing with it Brazilian world music, humorist David Sedaris, and a free screening of the film “Despicable Me.”
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$950K Released for Easter Seals’ Maui Campus
Governor Neil Abercrombie today announced the release of $950,000 in capital improvement grant funds to Easter Seals Hawaiʻi for the completion of its Maui Campus in Kahului.
Maui Police Release Lānaʻi Plane Crash Report
The report states that the cause of death for the three individuals that died in the incident has not been determined pending a coroner’s physicians report.
Police Return to Nuaʻailua in “Charli” Missing Persons Case
Special Response Team officers with the Maui Police Department and a Maui Fire Department helicopter returned to the area of Nuaʻailua Bay today where previous evidence had been recovered in a case involving missing Carly “Charli” Scott.
$1.5M Released for Heritage Hall in Pāʻia
The governor announced the release of $1.5 million for Heritage Hall, the multi-purpose community complex that honors the history and culture of the Portuguese and Puerto Rican immigrants to Maui.
$8.4M for Improvement Projects at Kahului Airport Released
The larger $4.78 million appropriation is for phase two of a restroom renovation project for facilities within the airport’s hold rooms, ticket lobby, and commuter terminal.
Hard Landing of Small Plane on Molokaʻi Under Review
The twin-engine Partenavia-P68 Observer made a hard landing at the private “Panda Airport” at around 7:45 p.m. Hawaii Time on Thursday, Feb. 27.
Maui Voyaging Canoe Weighs in at 10.3 Tons
The 62-foot double-hulled traditional sailing canoe was weighed as part of a registration process, as the vessel is readied for launch in mid-May.
Haleakalā Tops 1 Million Visitors in 2012, Generates $64 Million
Haleakalā National Park on Maui attracted 1,094,668 visitors in 2012, generating $64.4 million in spending, and supporting 736 jobs, according to information compiled in a new economic report released by the National Park Service.
UPDATE: Police Identify Motorcyclist in Fatal Baldwin Ave Crash
Maui Police have since identified the individual who died as a result of Saturday’s motorcycle accident on Baldwin Avenue as…
Lāna‘i Plane Crash: On-Scene Investigation to Wrap Monday
The on-scene investigation into Wednesday’s Lāna‘i plane crash is expected to wrap up on Monday, according to federal officials.
Maui’s Own “Glide Cam” Video
Inspired by the the famed glide-cam video which showcased the natural beauty of Kauai, a videographer has produced a video in the same vein — this time on Maui.
Investigation Underway, Plane Crash Victims Recovered
All victims of Wednesday’s plane crash on Lāna‘i have been recovered and were taken to the department’s forensic facility in Wailuku.
Man Sought for Questioning in Kihei Bank Robbery Arrested
A man that police had sought for questioning in a bank robbery reported over the weekend, was arrested last night in Pukalani.
Weekend Has Brews, Renaissance Fair, and Chocolate Baths
Another busy weekend. This one has a whale and ocean art fair, Hawaiian music, youth and community theater, a Renaissance faire and a chance to soak in chocolate.
Surviving Passenger of Lāna‘i Plane Crash Issues Statement
The surviving passenger who is credited with pulling two others from the burning wreckage of Wednesday’s plane crash on Lāna‘i has released a statement to reassure family and friends of his condition.
VIDEO: Lānaʻi Plane Crash Press Conference Highlights
“This is a tragedy that has stunned our community, but we are also thankful for those whose lives were spared,” said Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa who hosted a press conference following a deadly plane crash on Lānaʻi.
County Dealing with Loss in Wake of Lānaʻi Plane Crash
“I don’t even know what they’re going through right now cause it’s hard enough for us as their colleagues and co workers, and our hearts of course go out to them…”
Maui Maroon 5 Private Concert in Wailea
Sources tell Maui Now the concert featured Maroon 5. Maui Now received photos from a private mystery concert held last night at the Grand Wailea in South Maui.










