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Loss of Engine Power Implicated in Waiehu Emergency Landing

The pilot told transportation safety investigators that while in cruise flight, he noticed a slight hesitation in the engine on two occasions, within 5 to 10 minutes of each other.

Maui United Way Awarded $100,000, Installs New Officers

Maui United Way accepted a $100,000 check from Alexander & Baldwin during the agency’s 44th Annual Meeting and Recognition Luncheon held last week at the Kāhili Ballroom in Waikapū.
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PHOTOS: Waiohonu Bridge Opens, Retains Historic Configuration

County officials say the $2.5 million project included removal of the existing bridge and rock wall, removal of a temporary detour bridge, and re-installation of a water line.

Sen. Keith-Agaran Named Vice Chair of New Tourism Committee

The Hawaii State Senate announced the planned split of the Committee on Tourism and Hawaiian Affairs into two separate committees.

Lahaina Man Critically Injured in Honoapiʻilani Crash

The 52-year-old Lahaina man was traveling towards Māʻalaea when the vehicle he was operating crossed the center line and sideswiped a vehicle carrying four people that was traveling in the opposite direction.

16 Rescued from High Surf in South Maui, Caution Advised

Ocean safety officers on Maui are urging the public to exercise caution today after 16 people were rescued from high surf conditions on Friday, county officials said.

Series of 3 Brush Fires at Maui Lani Under Investigation

Maui firefighters responded to a series of three fires reported in the Maui Lani area of Kahului on Friday evening, June 28, 2013.

Maui Water Rates to Increase an Average of 5% in July

Water customers on Maui will see their rates increase by an average 5% when the Maui Department of Water Supply implements a planned water rate increase on July 1, 2013.

VIDEO: Emergency Medical Response Gets Māʻalaea Station

Emergency Medical Services on Maui will expand to include a unit in Māʻalaea that will provide services 24-hours a day, seven-days a week.

VIDEO: Law Signed for Līpoa Point Acquisition

The bill includes a $20 million budget appropriation for the acquisition, and is aimed at protecting the area from potential development.

BREAKING: Mayor Apologizes for “Mistake” Involving Old Wailuku Post Office

“When our discussions with the council changed the intent of the project, we should have followed up with the paperwork to reflect those changes,” said Mayor Arakawa.

Weekend Promises Girl Fights and All Nighters

This weekend you can drink beer to save birds, stay up all night at the War Memorial or catch the new shows at the Maui Theater.

Governor to Sign Lipoa Point Acquisition Bill

Under a bill, the state Department of Land and Natural Resources with the Hawaiian Islands Land Trust would work together to acquire the parcel and protect it from development.

Corrosion Leads to Propane Leak at Kahekili Terrace

Several units at the Kahekili Terrace apartments on Piʻihana Road in Happy Valley were evacuated last night due to a propane leak, officials said.

East Maui Animal Refuge Named in PETA Lawsuit Against USDA

PETA claims “no action was taken in response to complaints regarding exhibited birds found suffering from injuries and illness, filthy enclosures, and contaminated water, among other violations.”

ʻUlupalakua Ranch Celebrates Half Century

The Erdman family celebrates 50 years of ownership of ʻUlupalakua Ranch, located on the leeward slopes of Haleakalā on Maui.

Hōkūleʻa Worldwide Voyage Presentation Tonight

Apprentice navigator Ka‘iulani Murphy and crew members from Hui O Waʻa Kaulua, ʻOhana Waʻa and Polynesian Voyaging Society will share stories about the vessel’s worldwide voyage.

Marijuana Advocates Celebrate Enactment of 2 Bills

Approved today were measures to move program oversight away from the Department of Public Safety to the Department of Health, and to adjust the type and amount of medical marijuana a patient can legally possess.

Central Maui Regional Park Final Environmental Assessment

The project calls for the construction of a 65-acre park bordering the Kuihelani Highway to the east and the Maui Lani residential area to the north.

Excessive High Winds Force Maui Landfill Closure

The closure went into effect at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 25. County officials say the landfill will close early again on Wednesday, June 26, to allow staff to collect windblown debris.
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