Maui News
Local Businesses Open Up Shop at Wailea Village
Wailea Village, a new shopping center in South Maui that promises a “different” and “outdoor-focused” retail experience, is now the home of several locally owned stores.
Study: Technology on Hawaiʻi Farms in High Demand
Farm technology, including drones and accounting software, are in high demand among Hawaiʻi Farmers.
Film Screening to Discuss Meaning of Hawaiian Flag
The film follows the journey of a young thief who is recruited to protect the hae Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian flag), the unifying symbol of the kingdom, days before the annexation.
UPDATE: Kahana Ridge Fire Burns Nearly 1,000 Acres, 70% Contained
The Kahana Ridge fire is now 55 percent contained, and the acreage affected was under 1,000 acres, the Maui Fire Department reported.
Murder Defendant Bernard Brown Assigned New Attorney
Murder defendant Bernard Brown appeared in second circuit court on Tuesday, where he was assigned a new court appointed attorney.
Farmers, Advocates Rally for Restored Streamflow in Nā Wai ʻEhā
Community organizers staged a sign-waving demonstration outside of the state building earlier this evening to push for full streamflow in Wailuku, Waiʻehu, Waiheʻe, and Waikapū, also known as Nā Wai ʻEhā, or the four waters.
Coast Guard to Hold Search and Rescue Exercise off Maui
The Coast Guard, Maui County Fire Department, Ocean Safety and Lifeguard Services, American Medical Response (AMR), and Maui County Police Department are scheduled to conduct a search and rescue exercise (SAREX) off Kapalua, Thursday.
Maui-Based Movie Releases DVD, on Demand
“KULEANA,” the first locally-made motion picture in a decade to screen in theatre chains statewide, is set to release as a Blu Ray/DVD combo, and to Video on Demand as “KULEANA-MAUI.”
UPDATE: West Maui Brush Fire Forces Evacuation of Homes and Closure of Highway and Kapalua Airport
A brush fire forced the evacuation and closure of Kapalua Airport this afternoon.
The Shops to Host Keiki & Pet Halloween Costume Contest
According to The Shops, over 700 contestants entered last yearʻs competition.
Maui Humane Society Names New CEO
The Board of Directors of the Maui Humane Society announced the selection today of Steve MacKinnon as the new CEO for the nonprofit organization. MacKinnon will start at the shelter in Puʻunēnē on Nov. 4, 2019.
Maui Fish Ladder Construction at Wailuku River to Start Monday
Beginning on Monday, Oct. 28, 2019, the Commission on Water Resource Management will be constructing a fish ladder on the 22-foot vertical concrete wall in the Wailuku River below the Market Street Bridge in Wailuku.
2019 Hui Holomua Biz Fest: The Business of STEM
The Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce’s 13th Annual Hui Holomua Business Fest, takes place tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the King Kamehameha Golf Club in Waikapū.
Whale Tales at Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua
The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, located on Maui’s Northwest Shore, hosts the 14th Annual Whale Tales Presented by Whale Trust, February 14 to 17, 2020.
Defendant, Kumulipo Sylva Takes Stand in Mall Murder Trial
Murder defendant, Kumulipo Sylva took the stand on Monday afternoon. The 24-year-old defendant is standing trial for the gruesome machete slaying of Eduardo Alejandro “Alex” Cerezo, a 35-year-old man from Makawao, in a mall bathroom on Maui last year.
Lyft to Offer Discounted Rides During Halloween Season
The company will be offering discounted rides for Lyft LUX and Lyft XL options throughout the spooky season.
Noodle Ride Reminds Drivers How to Pass Cyclists
The convoy, organized by the Maui Bicycling League, traveled 12 miles between Kahului and Pāʻia to raise awareness on Hawaiʻiʻs 3-Foot Passing law that was passed just last year.
Marine Sanctuary Seeks Advisory Council Candidates
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary is seeking to fill ten primary and 9 alternate seats on its advisory council.
Ceremony in France Commemorates Nisei WWII Veterans
Soldiers of the US Armyʻs storied 442nd Regimental Combat Team was recognized in a ceremony in France over the weekend on the 75th anniversary of some of their most notable feats.
Moloka‘i’s James Espaniola Honored by Nature Conservancy
Espaniola is the second Moloka‘i resident to receive TNC’s Kāko‘o ‘Āina Award. Longtime cultural and environmental educator Penny Martin was honored in 2010.









