Maui News
Hānaialiʻi Honored With 6th Grammy Nomination
Hānaiali’i was nominated for her album Kalawaiʻanui, which was released on May 31, 2019.
Bills Aim to Provide Economic Support for Working Class Families
The House and Senate introduced eight bills on Thursday that make up the 2020 joint legislative package to provide real economic benefits for Hawaiʻi’s working-class families and individuals.
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Maui United Way Welcomes New Board Members
Joining the Board of Directors are Shawn Donlin, Lalaine Manlapao, Lisa Paulson and Simon Poole.
Hirono Cosponsors Bill to Address Physician Shortage
The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2019 would gradually lift the outdated cap on Medicare-funded graduate medical education positions nationally by creating 15,000 new residency training slots across the country over five years.
Kaiser Permanente Maui Lani Welcomes New Physicians
Three physicians have joined Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi facilities on Maui and Oʻahu.
LIST: Maui Road Closures This Week
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Maui, Molokaʻi Shores Under High Surf Warning
The warning is expected to remain in effect until 6 p.m. on Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.
Wailuku Heights Park to Close For Playground Construction
The Wailuku Heights Park will be closed from Jan. 27 to May 14 as crews build a new playground, the Department of Parks and Recreation announced.
Maui Quest Members at Kaiser Permanente Face Uncertainty Amid New AlohaCare Contract
“While we are pleased that AlohaCare can continue to support QUEST members on Oʻahu, we are disappointed that AlohaCare was not selected for an all-island contract,” said Laura M. Lott, Director of Communications & Public Relations for Kaiser Permanente.
Kumulipo Sylva Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Deadly Mall Machete Attack
Kumulipo Sylva, the man accused of the “near decapitation” of Eduardo Alejandro “Alex” Cerezo with a machete at a mall bathroom on Maui in 2018, was sentenced today to a maximum term of 20 years in prison.
Roadwork at Kahului Airport Starts Monday, Jan. 27
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation will begin temporary construction on Old Haleakalā Highway/Kala Road at the Kahului Airport starting on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020.
Maui Conservation Officer Recognized by International Organization
A 22-year veteran of the Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement, Randy DeCambra, was recognized today as “Hawai‘i Wildlife Officer of the Year” by Shikar-Safari Club International Foundation.
Owner Sought of Adrift Kayak off Moloka‘i
The Coast Guard is seeking the public’s help identifying the owner of an adrift yellow kayak found south of Kamalo Harbor, Molokaʻi on Friday morning, Jan. 24, 2020.
Iowa Man Pulled Unresponsive from West Maui Waters
A70-year-old man from Iowa was pulled unresponsive from waters in West Maui on Thursday evening. The incident was reported at around 5:01 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020 in waters fronting the Whalers Village in Kāʻanapali.
Maui Weekend Lane Closures in Wailua Valley and Ha‘ikū
On the roadways, lane closures are planned at two spots along the Hāna Highway for ongoing road work being conducted by the Hawaiʻi State Department of Transportation.
Cooke Memorial Pool Closed Friday Due to Staff Shortages
The County of Maui, Department of Parks and Recreation announces the closure of the Cooke Memorial Pool on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020, due to staff shortages.
Maui United Way Opens Grant Application to Nonprofits on Jan. 28
Maui United Way opens its new online Community Impact Grant Application on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 9 a.m. Eligible health and human service non-profit agencies are invited to apply for the upcoming funding cycle starting on July 1, 2020.
High Bacteria Count Advisory at Hanaka‘ō‘ō, Maui
The public is advised of a water quality exceedance of enterococci at Hanakaʻōʻō, Maui. Levels of 137 per 100 mL have been detected during routine beach monitoring, slightly exceeding the threshold level of 130 enterococci per 100 mL.
Maui Man Sentenced to 46 Months for Possession of Stolen Firearms
A Maui man was sentenced to three years and 10 months in prison and three years of supervised release, after pleading guilty to possession of stolen firearms, according to the Justice Department officials.
Hawai‘i Joins Federal Lawsuit Over Release of 3D-Printed Guns
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Clare E. Connors today announced a federal lawsuit challenging an effort to allow 3D-printed gun files to be released on the internet.
