Maui News
New Insights Gained From Kīlauea Volcano’s 2018 Summit Collapses
A year ago, USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and Island of Hawaiʻi residents were in the throes of an historically unprecedented series of events for Kīlauea.
Red “Closed” Placard Issued to Paddlers Restaurant and Bar in Kaunakakai
The Hawai‘i Department of Health Sanitation Branch has posted a red “Closed” placard at Paddlers Restaurant and Bar located at 10 Mohala Street in Kaunakakai for alleged pest infestation and maintenance issues.
Micro-Plastic Cleaning Machine Debuts in Hawai‘i
A unique micro-plastic cleaning machine debuts on Hawaiʻi Island today.
Missed Trash Pickup in Kula
Due to a personnel shortage, a scheduled refuse route today in the Kula area has been rescheduled to Thursday, May 9, 2019.
Road Paving on Pūlehu Road, May 20-24
A portion of Pūlehu Road from Hansen Road to Hoʻokele Street will be repaved from May 20 to 24, 2019.
South Maui Community Park Master Plan Update TODAY
The Master Plan Update focuses on the undeveloped portion of South Maui Community Park between the new Park Gym (now under construction) and E Welakahao Rd.
Mahi Pono Announces Maui Crop Plan for 2000 Acres
Mahi Pono today announced its 2019 crop plan, which includes produce that is scheduled to be planted on approximately 1,500 to 2,000 acres in Central Maui.
New EIS Rules to Take Effect in August
State officials say this is the first time in 23 years that the environmental review process has been revamped.
Hāna Metals and Electronics Recycling: May 30 to June 1
A Hāna Metals and Electronics Recycling Event for East Maui residents is scheduled to run from May 30 to June 1, 2019 at 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Hāna Landfill.
Report: Maui Median Home Price $819,500
Maui’s median home price soared to $819,500, according to new data released by the Realtors Association of Maui.
Red Cross to Install Free Smoke Alarms on May 11
The Red Cross will be installing free smoke alarms in the Central Maui areas of Wailuku and Kahului on Saturday, May 11, 2019.
Maui Police Seat Belt Enforcement, May 13 to June 2
The Maui Police Department will be conducting a two-week operation targeting seat belt violations from May 13 to June 2, 2019.
Input Sought on Next Decade of Hawai‘i Education
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education is seeking feedback on the first draft of a 2030 Promise Plan, which will guide the Department for the next 10 years.
Death at Hālawa Correctional Facility, Employee Identified
The Hālawa Correctional Facility employee who died on Monday has since been identified as 37-year-old Darwin Fernandez, PSD officials confirmed.
Seven Maui Schools Serving Poi
“I’ve been working in the DOE since 1997 and I’ve never seen poi available so I thought I would try it as a healthy alternative for the students… ”
Schatz Calls for Raising Federal Age for Smoking, Vaping to 21
US Senator Brian Schatz joins three colleagues in advocating for a raise in the federal minimum age to buy tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, to 21.
Maui Law Enforcement Honored by Toyota Hawai‘i and MADD
A total of seven Maui police officers were recognized, as well as a deputy prosecutor for their exemplary efforts to stop impaired driving.
“Avengers: Endgame” Star to Receive Nova Award at 2019 Maui Film Festival
Actor Paul Rudd, who currently stars in Marvel’s Avengers: Endgame, will receive the Nova Award at the 2019 Maui Film Festival.
Brown Water: North Shore and NW Maui, Ho‘okipa to Kahana
A Brown Water Advisory has been issued along the North shore and Northwest Maui from Hoʻokipa to Kahana.
Employee Death at Halawa Correctional Facility
An employee at the Halawa Correctional Facility was found unresponsive in a staff bathroom at approximately 3:10 p.m. on Monday, May 6, 2019, state officials confirmed.
