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WestJet Dreamliner Takes Off for Maui
This will be the first arrival on Maui of what is to be a regular route for West Jet’s 787, which can hold between 242 to 330 passengers.
Lawsuit Launched Over “Failure to Recognize Plastic Pollution” in Hawaiian Waters
The Center for Biological Diversity filed a formal notice today of its intent to sue the Environmental Protection Agency for allegedly “failing to protect Hawaiian waters contaminated by plastic pollution.”
Everything Halloween: Maui Edition
Police will be closing Front Street from Baker Street to Prison Street at 3:30 p.m., and anticipate re-opening Front Street at approximately 11 p.m. Roberts Hawaiʻi is offering a shuttle service as a way for people to get safely to and from Lahaina for Halloween without needing to worry about parking.
Mahi Pono Hires Tim O’Laughlin as COO
As COO, O’Laughlin joins Mahi Pono’s leadership team on Maui which includes, Shan Tsutsui, executive vice president of operations; Grant Nakama, operations manager; and Darren Strand, manager of farming operations.
Lahaina Halloween Road Closures and Reveler Guidelines
The Maui Police Department is issuing a reminder to the public of road closures and slowed traffic due to this year’s Halloween event in Lahaina.
Dairy Queen Orange Julius in Lahaina Closed After 20 Years
Dairy Queen Orange Julius at the Lahaina Cannery Mall announced its closure yesterday via social media saying effective Oct. 29th, it’s West Maui location would be closing after 20 years.
Maui County Plans Lawsuit Against Fossil Fuel Companies
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino today announced his intent for Maui County to file a lawsuit against fossil fuel companies for what he called “mounting impacts of climate change and rising sea levels.”
Maui County Unveils Its First 100% Electric Bus
The County of Maui Department of Transportation unveiled its first 100% electric bus during a ceremony last week.
High Surf Forces Closure of Baldwin Beach Park
Flooding from high surf has led to the closure of Baldwin Beach Park until further notice, the Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation announced today.
O‘ahu Woman Dies at Pu‘u Keka‘a, Pulled Unresponsive While Snorkeling
A 39-year-old Oʻahu woman died while snorkeling off of Puʻu Kekaʻa “Black Rock” in Kāʻanapali over the weekend.
“Restaurant Week Wailea” Features 20 Restaurant Options Over Seven Nights
Mark your calendar for the return of Wailea Resort’s popular dinner promotion, “Restaurant Week Wailea,” happening Nov. 3-9, 2019.
Lawsuit Filed to Protect Habitat for 14 Imperiled Hawai‘i Island Species
The Center for Biological Diversity today sued the Trump administration for allegedly “failing to protect critical habitat for 14 endangered Hawaiian species.”
Maui Supporters Collect Winter Gear for Kupuna and Kia‘i at Maunakea
Supporters of the ongoing demonstration at Maunakea collected winter gear for kupuna and kiaʻi during a drive held over the weekend in Kahului.
100 Days Missing: Family of Khiara Henry Still Has No Answers
There has been no progress in the search for Khiara Henry, who was last seen in July.
Two Little Fire Ant Infestations Under Treatment on Maui
There are currently seven sites being treated on Oʻahu, two on Maui and one on Kauaʻi for infestation of LFA.
High Bacteria Count at Teen Challenge in Olowalu, Maui
The public is advised of a water quality exceedance of enterococci at Teen Challange (Mile 14 of the Honoapiilaniʻilani Highway) in Olowalu, Maui.
Coast Guard, Partners Hold Annual Response Exercise off Maui
A two-day search and rescue exercise took place on Maui this week.
The collaborative exercise dubbed SAREX was hosted by the US Coast
Guard.
State Working to Remove Grounded Sailboat in Launiupoko, Maui
State crews are working to remove a grounded sailboat that was observed this morning in an area south of Launiupoko Beach Park in West Maui.
Maui Lawsuit Alleges Birth Defects Caused by Monsanto’s “Reckless Use of Pesticides”
Both families lived in Hale Piʻilani, a residential neighborhood located less than 500 yards from Monsanto’s Mokulele fields in Kīhei, Maui.
Gabbard Will Not Seek Re-Election to House, Focusing on Presidential Race
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard announced that she will not seek re-election to the US House of Representatives and will continue to focus her efforts on her campaign for President.
