Maui News
Aloha Amplified invites submissions for the Lahaina Time Capsule
The community legacy project that will preserve messages, photos and reflections to be opened on Aug. 8, 2043 — 20 years after Lahaina’s path to recovery began following the 2023 wildfire.
DOH warns Hawaiʻi residents of recall on Scott & Jon’s Shrimp Scampi with Linguini due to Listeria risk
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Food and Drug Branch is alerting residents to a recall issued by Demers Food Group for select lots of Scott & Jon’s Shrimp Scampi with Linguini product, due to potential contamination of Listeria monocytogenes.
Ujjawal Khatkar appointed food and beverage director of Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi
Ujjawal Khatkar has been named food and beverage director of Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi, overseeing all food and beverage operations for the Forbes Five Star and AAA Five Diamond resort, including the newly designed Osteria Mozza Lānaʻi, opening Nov. 1, 2025.
Kahului Walmart raises 3rd most in US, helping Hawai‘i stores bring in $681K for children’s hospital
Out of more than 4,600 Walmart locations nationwide, Hawai‘i had six of the top 10 stores that raised the most money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
Free workshops set for students and families planning for higher education
Beginning Oct. 14, Hawaiʻi P-20 Partnerships for Education will hold free in-person workshops on Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi as part of the first of the Statewide Native Hawaiian Scholarship ʻAha Series events. The aim of the workshops is to help Hawaiʻi students and their families with the planning process to further their education after high […]
Maui Police Department’s Joy Medeiros promoted to Assistant Chief
The Maui Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Joy Medeiros to the rank of Assistant Chief, scheduled to take effect on Oct. 10, 2025. She will take command of the Uniformed Services Bureau effective Oct. 16, 2025.
UH Mānoa earns National Science Foundation grant to tackle beach water contamination
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa has secured a three-year, $549,960 grant from the National Science Foundation to study how fecal contamination travels through Hawai‘i’s coastal beaches and what that means for public health and marine environments. As proposed, the project plans to study water at beaches on O‘ahu. However, researchers told Maui Now that […]
Gov. Green proclaims October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Governor Josh Green has declared October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Hawai‘i, underscoring the state’s commitment to identifying cyber threats and encouraging both residents and businesses to adopt safe online practices. “In this increasingly interconnected world, it’s important for people and businesses to take concrete steps to strengthen their cybersecurity efforts,” Green said. The Office […]
Construction Industry of Maui raises nearly $65K for Maui County high school trade programs
The Construction Industry of Maui has announced that its annual golf tournament raised nearly $65,000 to support construction trade programs in Maui County high schools.
Hirono urges Interior Secretary to restore funding for environmental research and conservation program
US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono sent a letter to US Department of the Interior Secretary Doug Burgum urging him to reconsider the Trump Administration’s decision to eliminate funding for the US Geological Survey’s Ecosystems Mission Area.
Coast Guard Cutter returns to Hawaiʻi following counterdrug patrol, $156M worth of cocaine seized
The Coast Guard Cutter Midgett (WMSL 757) crew returned to their Honolulu home port Friday after a 79-day deployment to the Eastern Pacific Ocean in support of the counterdrug mission “Operation Pacific Viper.”
Information meeting for structural improvements to three Upcountry bridges
HDOT is seeking to retrofit the ʻAlae Bridge, Pōhakuokalā Bridge and Waiʻale Bridge in Kula to increase their resistance to seismic activity.
Online registration to be held Nov. 1-15 for PALS Winter Program
Online registration for the Play and Learning Sessions Winter 2025 session will be open from Nov. 1 to 15, 2025, according to the Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation. The PALS winter session runs from Dec. 23 to Jan. 2. It’s open to children ages 5 to 12. PALS provides quality recreational activities designed […]
Annual Surfers Healing Maui event takes place Saturday at Launiupoko
The Maui Chapter of Surfers Healing, a national organization that introduces children and adults with special needs to the joy of surfing, will host its annual event this Saturday, Oct. 11, at Launiupoko Beach Park from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Wave of Harmony Foundation receives $130,000 gift for Harmony Care Program
The Wave of Harmony Foundation has received a $130,000 contribution from founding supporters Marji Knowles and Michael Tibbott to establish a new initiative aimed at providing emergency support for Maui’s performing arts community. “We are honored to receive this extraordinary gift from Marji and Michael, whose vision and belief in everything we do has helped […]
Bill to approve FBI agreement canceled from Friday’s council agenda
The purpose of Bill 92 is to authorize an intergovernmental agreement with the FBI for a Joint Terrorism Task Force.
After 15 years, Maui County takes ‘first step’ on Kīhei remnant lot
A longstanding community property issue in South Maui, involving a small remnant road, finally moved forward this week, with the Maui County Council’s Water and Infrastructure Committee advancing a resolution on Monday that multiple members noted was 15 years in the making. The committee, chaired by Council Member Tom Cook of South Maui, unanimously recommended the […]
Maui Planning Commission to review proposed building height limit changes for Lahaina
The Maui Planning Commission will consider on Tuesday its recommendations on a bill to amend the West Maui Community Plan, increasing allowable building heights from 30 to 35 feet for new construction in the Lahaina National Historic Landmark District. The measure would revise the community plan’s design policies for Lahaina town, which was nearly wiped […]
Nainoa Thompson joins world leaders to celebrate historic High Seas Treaty at NYC Climate Week
The event celebrated the historic milestone of more than 60 ratifications of the United Nations High Seas Treaty and called for more nations to join and secure lasting protection for half the planet.
HECO offers interest-free installment plans for customers impacted by federal shutdown
Hawaiian Electric is offering interest-free monthly installment plans for customers who are facing financial difficulties due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. Available options include payment arrangements and extensions on monthly bills. Customers may request assistance by submitting an online form or by calling Hawaiian Electric’s Customer Service numbers: The company can also connect customers […]
