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Three Kamehameha Maui Athletes Sign Letters of Intent
Three Kamehameha Maui athletes signed letters of intent today, including: Konner Palmeira for baseball, Makenna Robinson for soccer and Dylan Nakagawa for soccer.
Unexploded Ordnance Warning Issued in Advance of Removal off Molokini
Although the UXOs discovered at the Molokini reserve have been in place for more than 70 years without incident, there is a potential for the ordnance to explode, particularly if they are disturbed.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i After 7+ Quake in Molucca Sea Near Indonesia
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a preliminary magnitude 7.1 earthquake reported at 6:17 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14, in the Molucca Sea located 86 miles NW of Ternate, Indonesia.
Wildfire and Sediment: Addressing Two of the Biggest Threats to Māʻalaea Bay
Wildfire and sediment are two of the biggest threats to ocean water quality in Māʻalea Bay, according to the Maui Nui Marine Resource Council.
First Public Hearing on Impeachment Inquiry Underway
US Senator Brian Schatz called it a “solemn time for our country,” saying that “although impeachment and removal are severe consequences, so too are the high crimes being alleged.”
Mystery Lights in Night Sky Reported Over Maui
Witnesses described what they saw as “a light show” but noted that it did not appear to be coming from a source on the ground. The lights appeared to be in a straight line and approached from the West according to witness reports.
Nine Rare Kiwikiu Birds Die Out of 13 Translocated at Maui’s Nakula Forest
Biologists say preliminary tests suggest that avian malaria is suspected in the deaths, however final post-mortem results are pending release.
Transportation Questionnaire to Explore Feasibility of Per-Mile Road Usage Charge
The research is part of a federally funded three-year study that began in 2018 to explore how RUC could replace the state gas tax and fund Hawaiʻi’s roads in the future.
Results: 2019 Hula O Nā Keiki Winners
The 2019 winners were: Marcus William Kamakanamakamaeokeakua Nichols and Haily Kamakahukilani Nāwahine Nascimento, both of Hālau Nā Mamo o Puʻuanahulu, under the direction of nā kumu William Kahakuleilehua Sonny Ching and Lopaka Igarta DeVera on Oʻahu.
Maui Fire Dept.: Damage to Structure in Hāna is “Total Loss”
Maui fire crews battled a structure fire at a residence located at 40755 Hāna Highway in East Maui on Monday afternoon.
Hawaiian Airlines Marks 90th Milestone Anniversary
Hawaiian Airlines today celebrated 90 years of service, marking the milestone anniversary by reviving its charity “plane pull” competition and replicating its historic 1929 inaugural flight.
Maui Officer Named “Top Cop”
Maui Police officer Andrew Cabral Jr. was named Top Cop at the Maui Police Department, and received an award from the sponsoring organizations.
No Tsunami Threat After 4.8 Hawai‘i Quake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a preliminary magnitude 4.8 earthquake reported at 6:36 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, 2019 in the Hamakua Coast region of Hawaiʻi Island.
Beachgoers Gripe After Being Told to Stop Touching Turtle
A day at the beach ended with an unpleasant encounter for one Makawao resident.
Photo Gallery: 4th Annual Lahainaluna High School Festival, “I Ka Nani O Lele”
Maui Now has all the latest images for those of you who couldn’t make it to tonight’s Lahainaluna High School Festival, “I Ka Nani O Lele.”
High Bacteria Count at Kanahā Beach, Maui
The public is advised of a water quality exceedance of enterococci at Kanahā Beach, Maui, according to the Department of Health Clean Water Branch.
11-Year-Old Boy Found Unresponsive in Miscellaneous Accident in Napili
Maui police classified the discovery of an 11-year-old boy found unresponsive in Napili as a Miscellaneous Accident.
Pedestrian Fatality on Lāna‘i Claims Life of Isle Resident
A Lānaʻi woman suffered fatal injuries after she was struck by a pickup truck while crossing the street on Thursday afternoon on the island of Lānaʻi.
Maui Man Arrested on Negligent Homicide Warrant for 2018 Pedestrian Fatality
A Maui man was arrested this week in connection with a fatal motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian reported in the parking lot of McDonald’s on South Kīhei Road more than a year and a half ago.
Lawsuit Filed by Family of Victim in Mall Machete Attack
A lawsuit was filed this week by the family of the victim in a fatal machete attack at a mall restroom on Maui last year.
