Maui News
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.
10th Hāna Limu Festival, Nov. 14-16
This year’s festival pays tribute to Hāna-born educator and ethnobotanist, Dr. Isabella Kauakea Aiona Abbot, who was one of the world’s leading experts on limu. Dr. Abbot was recognized as the first native Hawaiian woman to earn a PhD in science.
$20 Million For New Pedestrian Bridge At Ala Moana
The US Department of Transportation has announced it will award the State of Hawai‘i $20 million to help build a new pedestrian bridge over Ala Moana Boulevard.
Hawaiian Homestead Associations Head to Speak on Maui
A statewide homelands leader will discuss “Hawaiian Lands in Hawaiian Hands” at a free public presentation next Thursday.
UH Regents Approve Proposed Maunakea Administrative Rules
The University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents approved the latest draft of the administrative rules for UH-managed lands on Maunakea at a special meeting.
Seven Displaced by Structure Fire at Holowai Place Home in Wailuku
Seven people were displaced by a structure fire at a home in the Happy Valley neighborhood of Maui on Wednesday afternoon.
Special Counsel Sought in County’s Climate Change Lawsuit
The County of Maui is seeking to hire special counsel in a lawsuit that alleges fossil fuel companies are responsible for the impacts of climate change and rising sea levels.
Documentary Highlights Decades-Long Struggle for Water
A new film from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs captures the East Maui community’s decades-long efforts to “protect its stream water resources.”
Public Meetings to Discuss Rules for Shoreline Development
The Department of Planning will be holding a series of meetings on proposed special management area and shoreline rule amendments that could affect beachfront properties.
JAWS Big Wave Championships Donates to Maui Nonprofits in Lieu of Site Rental Fee
JAWS Big Wave Championships to Donates to Maui Nonprofits in Lieu of Site Rental Fee. This year’s recipients of donations include Mālama Maui Nui, Boys and Girls Clubs of Maui, Maui Interscholastic League, Imua Family Services and Lōkahi Pacific/Teens On Call.
