Maui News
Program to Help Families Enroll for Health Insurance
Imua Family Services will be holding a series of workshops to help uninsured or underinsured families secure health insurance.
13 Arrested in Prostitution Sting
Over a two-and-a-half-day operation this week, Maui police arrested thirteen men suspected of soliciting prostitution.
9,200 Attend Maui’s Largest Products Show
An estimated 9,200 residents and visitors attended the 6th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival, held this past Saturday.
Answers Sought After Extended Phone, Internet and Cable TV Outage on Kaua‘i
US Sen. Brian Schatz is calling on telecom companies to provide answers on the islandwide phone, internet and cable TV outage that occurred last week on Kauaʻi.
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.
Central Maui Regional Sports Complex Reopen Today After Treatment of Tropical Fire Ants
The Central Maui Regional Sports Complex, Fields 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13, are scheduled to be reopened on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, following successful treatment for tropical fire ants at the complex.
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.
Hāna Huddle: East Maui Homestead Issues Discussed
A gathering was held in the E. Maui community of Hāna to discuss the area’s homestead issues ahead of a Hawaiian Homes Commission meeting later this month.
Reconstruction of Kahului Airport Runway Proposed
“Previous resurfacing projects have extended the pavement’s useful life, however, they did not address the deteriorated subbase that is the source of recurring surface cracking.”
Maui Police Investigation Underway: Body Found Along Pakaula Street, Kahului
Maui police are currently investigating the discovery of a body found near Pakaula Street in in Kahului.
Dog Trapped in 81-Foot Hole for Six Days Rescued
A one-year-old Catahoula hunting dog, Orange fell into the pit last Saturday. Fortunately, his owner, Tarvan Orsatelli, had a GPS tracker on him and was able to locate him quickly.
Maui Salvation Army and Walmart Team up for Toy Drive This Saturday
Walmart and The Salvation Army are joining forces to provide toys to keiki in need during the holidays with toy drive events at all 10 Walmart stores in Hawaiʻi this Saturday, Nov. 9. Each event in Hawaiʻi will run from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Dalai Lama Joins Keola Beamer and Others on Charitable “Himalayan Sessions” Album
Hawaiian traditional music icon Keola Beamer is among the notable musicians featured in a unique album entitled Himalayan Sessions, which also includes inspirational words from His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama.
Water Conservation Urged in West Maui Amid Ongoing Dry Conditions
West Maui residents and businesses are being urged to conserve water amid ongoing dry, hot conditions and low surface water flows at treatment facilities in Lahaina and Mahinahina.
Equity and Electrification to be Explored at 2020 Hawai‘i Energy Conference
The 7th annual Hawaiʻi Energy Conference will explore issues relating to beneficial electrification and the design of an equitable energy transition during its next conference on March 18 and 19, 2020.
Securitas Holiday Hiring Spree: 20 Jobs Available in Maui County
Securitas is seeking to fill 200 new job positions across the state for the holiday season and beyond, including more than 20 positions in Maui County.









