Maui News
No Tsunami Threat After 7+ Papua New Guinea Quake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a preliminary magnitude 7.1 earthquake reported at 11:20 a.m. HST on Monday, May 6, 2019.
Senator Baker Hosts Maui Talk-Story Sessions, May 7-8
Hawaiʻi State Senator Roz Baker will host Talk-Story sessions in West Maui and Kīhei this week.
Birano Jury Trial Continued to July
A jury trial has been continued to July 22, for Raymond Birano Jr., the man charged for the alleged attempted sex assault of a woman in a mall bathroom.
Maui Mail Carriers Seek to ‘Stamp Out Hunger’ on May 11
Last year, more than 47,000 pounds (23 tons) of food was collected on Maui, led by the Wailuku Post Office’s 11,028 pounds.
Hāna Pasture Gets Grant for Conservation Protection
A coastal pasture in Hāna, Maui is among a list of locations set to benefit from grant funding from the State Legacy Land Conservation Program.
Child Left Unattended in Vehicle, in Critical Condition
Officers responded to a report of a child suffering from heat exhaustion after being left unattended in a vehicle for almost two hours in Kona.
8th Annual Paddle Imua Concludes, Adjusts to Unstable Weather
Even with gusty winds and intermittent heavy showers, Paddle Imua supporters showed up to race and enjoy the day and support Camp Imua.
2019 Charity Walk Kicks Off on Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i
Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi residents gathered for their Charity Walks this past Saturday, May 4 raising a total of $85,525 from both islands.
Maui Huliau Foundation to Host Annual Film Festival
The Maui Huliau Foundation, a non-profit environmental education group, will host their 9th annual Huliau Youth Environmental Film Festival at the historic ʻīao Theatre on Sunday, May 19 at 6 p.m. Proceeds from the event will support the foundationʻs Huliau Environmental Filmmaking Club after-school program in the upcoming school year. The event will premiere ten short, […]
Lost Hikers at Haleakala Treated for Possible Hypothermia
Fire officials say that when found, the hikers were incoherent and unable to speak, likely due to hypothermia.
Hawai‘i Department of Health Cannabis-Derived Product Advisory
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is reminding the public that cannabis-derived products, including those containing cannabidiol or CBD sold without a prescription, have not been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration and are not considered safe for use. According to the department, these products may have potential health risks and are often untested […]
Hawaiʻi STEM Conference Empowers Students to Make a Difference
The 10th Annual Hawaiʻi STEM Conference, held on May 1 and 2, reaffirmed once again the power of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math education and its impact on the future of our keiki, community and our world. The conference was presented by STEMworks™, a statewide initiative of Maui Economic Development Board, Inc. Over 1,000 educators […]
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of May 5, 2019
Maui obituary notices for the week of May 5, 2019. May they rest in peace. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day, May 9
In commemoration of National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day on Thursday, May 9, 2019, a variety of local events will take place across the state.
Committee Approves Emergency Housing at Old UH Maui College Dorm
A council committee for took action to approve development of emergency housing at the old University of Hawaii Maui College dormitory location.
TSA Advisory for Kahului Airport on Maui
TSA is advising travelers to arrive at Kahului Airport at least two hours prior to flight departure due to potential delays at the security checkpoint. Currently, TSA is experiencing reduced screening capacity of carry-on luggage due to an inoperable x-ray unit following a power surge in the security checkpoint earlier today.
Little Fire Ant Found on 10 Properties in Happy Valley, Maui
The infestation is estimated to be between 3 to 4 acres in size, mostly in backyards and on a heavily vegetated hillside.
What We’ve Learned From Kīlauea’s 2018 Lower East Rift Zone Eruption
May 3, 2019, marks the one-year anniversary of the start of Kīlauea Volcano’s 2018 lower East Rift Zone eruption.
Maui Reefs Provide $376 Million Worth of Coastal Flood Protection
In Hawai’i, reefs provide more than $836 million in flood protection benefits to people, property and jobs every year, according to a new report.
Report: Visitor Spending on Maui Drops Despite Rise in Arrivals
During the first few months of this year, visitors on Maui spent nearly 6% less than they did last year, according to a report from the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority. However, about 3% more visitors came to Maui during the first few months of this year compared to a year ago. Among the four larger islands, […]
