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State Tax Filing Deadline Closing In
Taxpayers have until Monday, April 22 to file their Hawaii state taxes this year.
Hawai’i Lawmakers Hope to Address Physician Shortage
Sen. Hirono, citing sources at John A. Burns School of Medicine, said the neighbor islands face an especially critical shortage of health care professionals, with the state’s doctor count about 600 less than than what it needs.
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Maui Possible Site of New Miami-Style Restaurants
The New Miami Subs Grill announced Monday that it has struck a deal with Honolulu-based franchise operator Ocean Breeze Hawaii LLL to open 58 new restaurant locations in Hawaii.
House Votes to Abolish PLDC
The State House yesterday voted to abolish the controversial Pulbic Lands Development Corporation. The bill now heads to the governor for his consideration.
Maui Runner in Boston Marathon Calls Bombings “Devastating”
Jennifer Tom of Launiupoko, Maui, commented following the race calling the incident “devastating.” She finished the race at 1:26 p.m. ET, about 1 hour and 24 minutes before the explosions were reported.
Maui Man Dies in Fall at Pools of ‘Ohe’o, Kīpahulu
When crews from the Maui Fire Department’s Engine-7 out of Hāna arrived on scene, they used snorkel gear to locate the victim in about 30-feet of water, said Chief Mainaga.
No Tsunami After 4.2 Hawaiʻi Earthquake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 4.2 preliminary magnitude earthquake reported at 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2013, in the deep ocean northeast of the Big Island of Hawai’i, officials said.
VIDEO: 13 Recruits Join Ranks of Maui Police Department
Thirteen individuals joined the ranks of the Maui Police Department as the members of the 77th Recruit Class took their professional oaths during a graduation ceremony held Friday, April 12, at the Maui Beach Hotel in Kahului.
Water Shutdown Scheduled for Haʻikū
The Maui Department of Water Supply is reportedly conducting the work as part of a larger capital improvement project that is scheduled for completion in July 2013.
Weekend Offers Noodles, Artwork and Song
This weekend starts with James Taylor, closes with the MayJah RayJah, and has a soft creamy filling of food, art, and whatnot in the middle.
Visitor Pulled from Honolua Bay in Critical Condition
The woman was snorkeling at around 9:20 a.m. when someone on shore noticed her yelling for help. Authorities say rescue crews aboard a jet ski found the woman unconscious and face down in the water.
Third Annual Maui Fireknife Competition Planned
On Friday, April 26 or Saturday April 27 you can catch the third annual Maui Fireknife competition at the Wailea Beach Marriott Resort and Spa.
Puunene Shopping Center to Create 300 Jobs
The planned Puunene Shopping Center has named Target as its anchor tenant. Officials say the center will generate an estimated 250 construction jobs and bring up to 300 jobs to the area when it is fully occupied.
No Tsunami Threat After 2.6 Earthquake off Coast of Moloka’i
There is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 2.6 preliminary magnitude earthquake reported at 4:28 a.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2013, off the north coast of Moloka’i, authorities said.
Maʻalaea Medical Response Unit Among Bills Advanced by House
SB23 SD1 HD1 would appropriate funds out of the EMS Special Fund to establish a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week, emergency medical response vehicle unit at Maʻalaea on Maui.
Hawaiian Airlines Launches Non-Stop Service to China
Hawaiian Airlines today announced it plans to launch non-stop service between Honolulu and Beijing, China in April 2014, pending approvals by US and Chinese regulatory agencies.
Milo Tree Thefts Prompt Temporary Parking Closure at Beach in Spreckelsville
Ongoing milo tree thefts on Maui will prompt the temporary closure of parking at the area commonly referred to as “Baby Beach” in Spreckelsville, officials said.
Four-Story Hotel Proposed for Downtown Kihei Project
A new 150-room, four-story, select-services hotel is part of a planned development proposed for construction along Piʻikea Avenue in South Maui.
Kamehameha Maui Gives Nakamura Football Opportunity
There is no substitute for hard work and Cody Nakamura, the new head football coach at Kamehameha Schools Maui, will be expecting plenty of it once he meets with the returning players on Wednesday.
Hana’s Helekahi-Cass to Play Volleyball at Ashford
Hana High School volleyball standout Pakalana Helekahi-Cass signed a letter of intent to attend Ashford University in Iowa on a full scholarship.










