Maui News
“The Rock” Visits Maunakea; HDOT Statement; Observatory Repairs
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is the latest high profile individual to visit Puʻuhonua o Puʻu Huluhulu.
DAY 10: Maunakea Arrests Revised Upward, Talks Seek “Best Way Forward”
The list of arrests at Maunakea was revised to 38 from an original report of 33-34. Gov. Ige said he is committed to finding a way forward in a peaceful manner.
Last Makawao Third Friday Town Party Next Month
After eight years and a total of 96 parties, organizers say they don’t have the energy or support to keep the Makawao Third Friday town party going any longer.
Gabbard Introduces Bill to End Marijuana Prohibition
Representative Tulsi Gabbard joined House Judiciary Chair Jerry Nadler of New York in introducing the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement or “MORE” Act.
Mayor Dismayed Over Rising Toll of Traffic Deaths
Mayor Michael Victorino expressed dismay after a second victim succumbed to injuries suffered in a three-car crash Sunday night in Kīhei.
Governor Ige Visits Maunakea
DEVELOPING STORY: Governor David Ige arrives at Maunakea shortly before 5:30 p.m. on Day 9 of an ongoing demonstration.
Teen to Police: Embers From Marijuana Pipe Ignited Maui Fire
During the officers’ investigation, the male stated that he was smoking marijuana in the brush when embers from his pipe ignited a fire. The fire spread quickly and he wasn’t able to put it out.
Mahi Pono’s Ag Park Applications Open for Community Farming
Mahi Pono, LLC, today announced that applications are now available for Hawaiʻi residents and small local businesses interested in applying for a two-, five- or 10-acre parcels at its agriculture park.
Maui Crime July 14-20, 2019: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 6 burglaries, 19 vehicle thefts and 22 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from July 14 to 20, 2019.
Governor Ige Asks Mayor Kim to Take Lead at Maunakea
Governor David Ige today issued a statement asking Hawaiʻi County Mayor Harry Kim to take the lead in coordinated efforts by the state and county to “peacefully attempt to reach common ground with the protectors of Maunakea and the broader community.”
Pilot Project for Pedestrian Safety Launched on Maui
The project will install “State Law Stop for Pedestrians within Crosswalk” signs at existing crosswalks on Kanaloa Avenue, fronting the War Memorial Complex, and on South Kīhei Road, at the crosswalk north of Uwapo Road, near the Kīhei Canoe Club.
Crime Stoppers Seeks Help with ID of Kahului Burglary Suspect
Maui Crime Stoppers is seeking information to help identify a male suspect that allegedly entered two homes on West Lānaʻi Street in Kahului on July 22.
Bite Squad Expands to Kīhei, Adds Breakfast Delivery in Kahului
Bite Squad is expanding its services on Maui this week with the debut of full service in Kīhei and the addition of breakfast delivery in Kahului.
New Maui Safeway to Open at Ho‘okele Street on Wednesday
The Hoʻokele Safeway opens on July 24 and replaces the Kahului store on E Kamehameha Ave. The new site will also have a fuel station which opens in the fall.
Teen Arrested During Traffic Stop at Demonstration
Maui police arrested a 19-year-old Wailuku man after making a traffic stop in Lahaina on Monday night during a sign waving demonstration.
2nd Person Succumbs to Injuries from Sunday’s Pi‘ilani Crash
Police say a 14-year-old boy who was a passenger in a vehicle struck by an oncoming pickup truck, succumbed to his injuries while in intensive care.
Maui Doctor Pleads Guilty to Health Care Fraud
Lipetz, 50, is a licensed physician and owner and operator of the South Maui Clinic in Kihei.
Maui Mayor Victorino Statement on TMT Protests
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino issued a statement this afternoon relating to the ongoing demonstrations against the Thirty Meter Telescope project, which has now entered Week 2.
Trial Update: Man Accused of Sex Assault in Mall Bathroom
Trial has yet to begin for a man arrested and charged for the alleged attempted sex assault of a woman in a mall bathroom earlier this year.
80 Acres Burned, 100% Contained: Fire North of Maui Meadows
A brush fire burning north of the Maui Meadows subdivision in South Maui has burned 80 acres and is now 100% contained, according to fire officials.
