Maui News
34th Perpetually Affordable Home on Maui
The keys to Nā Hale O Maui’s newest permanently affordable home were presented to Lavuai Sisouvong and his wife Andrea.
Maui Crime May 26-June 1, 2019: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to eight burglaries, 11 vehicle thefts and 17 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from May 26 to June 1, 2019.
Louie Schwartzberg to Receive Visionary Award Maui Film Festival
Louie Schwartzberg will receive the Visionary Award at the 2019 Maui Film Festival. The previously honoree was HH Dalai Lama, the only one issued to date.
Hawai‘i Attorney General Sues Opioid Manufacturers
Attorney General Clare Connors filed lawsuits against opioid manufacturers and distributors, seeking damages & penalties for alleged violations of Hawaiʻi law.
Rainbow Trout Season Starts June 15 at Koke‘e, Kaua‘i
Last year, 3,381 anglers caught 20,129 trout with the largest one caught on July 30th measuring 18.5 inches and weighing 3 pounds 4 ounces.
World Ocean’s Day Pā‘ia Shoreline Cleanup, June 8
The Department of Public Works will lead a Shoreline Cleanup Event in celebration of World Ocean’s Day from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Pāʻia Bay.
Four Rescued from Strong Current at Pu‘u Keka‘a
Four individuals were assisted to shore after encountering difficulty due to strong currents at Puʻu Kekaʻa or “Black Rock” in Kāʻanapali on Sunday.
Vandals Dump Lifeguard Stand, Cut Pool Covers
Maui police are looking into a vandalism at the Upcountry Pool in Pukalani.
Free Summer Meals for Kids Hits New Record
The Hawaii State Department of Education today announced 71 public schools will serve meals through its summer food service program, Seamless Summer Option, including three in Maui County: Waiheʻe Elementary, Wailuku Elementary and Kaunakakai Elementary on Molokaʻi.
Maui Lane Closures for June 3-7, 2019
The state Department of Transportation has multiple lane closures planned on various roads across Maui this week, including multiple projects along the Hāna Highway.
Maui Kennels Crowded, Foster Homes Needed for Dogs
Maui Humane Society is issuing a call to the public to help fill an urgent need for short-term foster homes for dogs.
2nd Round of Hearings on Maunakea Rules Begin
UH begins its 2nd round of hearings today on its latest draft of proposed rules that would govern public and commercial activity at UH-managed lands on Maunakea
Bite Squad Debuts on Maui: Delivering Food from 45+ Restaurants
Bite Squad, a restaurant food delivery service, debuts on Maui this week. The company is starting with service from more than 45 Kahului-area restaurants.
Monthly Siren and Emergency Alert System Test, June 3
The monthly test of the Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Monday, June 3, 2019 at 11:45 a.m.
Flags Lowered in Honor of Victims of Virginia Beach Mass Shooting
This action is taken as a sign of respect for the victims of the mass shooting in Virginia Beach, Virginia, where 11 public servants and one member of the public were killed on Friday, May 31, 2019.
Honoapiʻilani Hwy Now OPEN Following Fire in Māʻalaea
The Honoapi’ilani Hwy is now open in both directions. It was closed for about an hour while crews battled a brush fire on the makai side of the road between miles 7 and 11 in Māʻalaea.
UH Medical School Graduates Include 4 from Maui
Hawaiʻi’s neighbor islands have produced 13 new physicians who received their MD degrees May 11, 2019 from the University of Hawaiʻi John A. Burns School of Medicine.
Olivia Wilde to Receive “Lights! Camera! Passion!” Award at Maui Film Festival
Olivia Wilde will receive the 2019 Maui Film Festival Lights! Camera! Passion! Award at the 20th annual Maui Fim Festival, taking place from June 12-16, 2019, at the Wailea Resort on Maui.
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of June 2, 2019
Maui obituary notices for the week of June 2, 2019. May they rest in peace. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death Science Symposium Maps Next Steps
Top scientists and managers engaged in the fight against Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death in the first ever science symposium of its kind.
