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Maui man pleads not guilty to second degree murder, trial set for Nov. 27
John Joseph Smith, 58, of Makawao, entered a not guilty plea in Second Circuit Court Wednesday. The charges stem from an ongoing police investigation into the discovery by hunters on July 5, 2023, of a body wrapped in plastic in a remote area of Kula.
Central Maui Little League senior team advances to Senior World Series tournament
The Central Maui Little League senior team advanced to the Senior League World Series tournament taking place in South Carolina.
Outrigger finalizes acquisition of Kāʻanapali Beach Hotel; welcomes Maui Brewing Co. restaurant this summer
Outrigger Resorts & Hotels finalized its acquisition of the iconic Kāʻanapali Beach Hotel on Wednesday. The 11-acre, 432-room property is now rebranded as Outrigger Kā‘anapali Beach Resort.
Outrigger today announced that Maui Brewing Co. will be the primary restaurant at the Outrigger Kā‘anapali Beach Resort.
Update/Contact made: Washington woman reported missing after extending stay on Maui
As of Saturday, July 29, 2023, at approximately 7:26 a.m., Lahaina Patrol officers made contact with Sarah Connelly, who had been reported missing by family members on July 25, 2023. Police say Connelly, 30, of Washington state, declined further assistance. The Maui Police Department thanked the public for their assistance.
Two affordable rental housing units at Hale Makana O Waiale restored following fire
Two apartments that had been destroyed during an accidental fire in June 2022 at the Hale Makana O Waiale complex, have since been restored.
Documentary film, “Paper Chase” explores history of Japanese-American news media
“Paper Chase,” a documentary film that delves into the history of Japanese-American news media, will be screened on Sunday, Aug. 13, at the Nisei Veterans Memorial Center. Free showings are scheduled for 11 a.m. and at 2 p.m. at the center located at 665 Kahului Beach Road.
Ma Ka Hana Ka ʻIke building program receives $300,000 from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs
Ma Ka Hana Ka ʻIke Building Program received a grant award totaling $300,000 that will support the Native Hawaiian community through the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Program representatives say the grant will help to reinforce and strengthen Native Hawaiians ‘ohana (family), moʻomeheu (culture), and ʻāina (land and water) while also providing support to increase Economic Stability. Ma Ka Hana Ka ʻIke will use the funds over the next two […]
Philippine Consulate to conduct mobile outreach on Maui in August
The Philippine Consulate General in Honolulu will conduct mobile outreach on Maui for passport renewal, dual citizenship oath ceremonies, and other consular services Aug. 11 to 13 at the County of Maui’s Kaunoa Senior Services campus at 401 Alakapa Place in Pāʻia.
Top 20 things to do on Maui July 27-Aug. 3: Comedian Iliza Shlesinger, Anuhea Unplugged, Jimi Hendrix Rainbow Bridge tribute
Internationally touring comedian Iliza Shlesinger, Hawaiian Island singer Anuhea and the annual Jimi Hendrix Rainbow Bridge celebration are among the Top 20 things to do on Maui this week. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.
School bus driver shortage to impact services on Oʻahu and Kauaʻi
Ongoing school bus driver shortage to impact student transportation services on Oʻahu and Kauaʻi in upcoming school year. High school bus routes on Maui and Hawaiʻi Island have been modified due to the bus driver shortages, but school bus service will continue. School bus routes on Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi are currently not affected. School bus routes on all islands are subject to change should further staffing shortages occur.
Roadway at Alelele Point in East Maui reopens after emergency rock removal work
The County of Maui’s roadway along rural Alelele Point in East Maui was reopened Tuesday, after the completion of infrastructure reinstallation that followed emergency slope scaling and rock debris removal.
Senate Ways and Means Committee to tour Maui and Molokaʻi facilities
The Senate Ways and Means Committee will visit Maui on Wednesday into Thursday, July 26-27, and Molokaʻi on Thursday and Friday, July 27-28, 2023.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority to resume work in Europe as a visitor market for Hawaiʻi
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority, the state agency responsible for managing tourism and The Hawaiian Islands brand, is resuming its work in Europe as a visitor market for Hawai‘i.
Celebrate Hawaiian Honeycreeper Day, Aug. 27 at the Maui Nui Botanical Gardens
A celebration of Hawaiian Honeycreeper Day takes place Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Maui Nui Botanical Garden in Central Maui.
Kahi Kamali‘i lead teacher, named Employee of the Month
Lead teacher at Kahi Kamali‘i Infant Toddler Center, Stacy Meyer, was named Maui Economic Opportunity’s Employee of Month.
Maui Jim Maui Invitational Announces 2023 Tournament Bracket
The official bracket for the 2023 Maui Jim Maui Invitational college basketball tournament has been released. This year marks the event’s 40th anniversary, and takes place Nov. 20-22, 2023 at the Lahaina Civic Center on Maui.
Honolulu firefighter recruits connect with founding Aliʻi during visit to Royal Mausoleum
Prince Albert was an honorary firefighter with Engine Co. Four. Kalākaua was also a member of Engine Co. Four and Kauikeaouli founded the department.
Bayer Fund’s Hawaiʻi Science Education Grant applications now available
Applications for the 2023 Bayer Fund – Hawaiʻi Science Education Grant are now available to eligible public schools interested in obtaining a grant to support their science curricula.
NOAA launches large-scale survey to assess abundance of whales, dolphins and seabirds
The large-scale survey will assesses the abundance and habitat of whales, dolphins and seabirds in Hawaiʻi.
‘Monster home’ bill in Honolulu seeks to penalize developers who misrepresent plans
The Honolulu City Council is considering a bill that would penalize ‘monster home’ developers who falsify building plans.
