Maui News
Scent of Extinct Maui Mountain Hibiscus Revived by Science
The scent of a long extinct mountain hibiscus on Maui has been revived by science.
Sky Divers Rescued From Ocean in Hāna, Maui
Hāna Fire Ski 7 was launched and made contact with the sky divers about 200 yards offshore
Crews Respond to Entangled Humpback off Maui
While some gear was removed, including the entangling buoy, the adult humpback whale remained entangled as of Tuesday afternoon.
Baldwin Beach Park, Lahaina Aquatic Center Closed
The Lahaina Aquatic Center is closed today due to heavy rain. Lifeguards are unable to safely see the bottom of the pool
Baldwin Beach Park Master Plan Focus of Open House
The open house will be hosted by the Department of Parks and Recreation on Wednesday, March 6, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Kaunoa Senior Center, room 101.
Hawai‘i Joins Lawsuit Challenging Border Wall Emergency
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Clare Connors, joined a lawsuit led by California Attorney General challenging President Trump’s declaration of a national emergency.
Maui Crime Feb. 10-16, 2019: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to three burglaries, nine vehicle thefts and 12 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Feb. 10 to 16, 2019.
Manpower Shortage, Missed Trash Pickup on Maui
The affected areas include all of Spreckelsville, Skill Village and Kūʻau Bay View. Affected streets include Haʻikū, Kokomo and Līlīkoʻi roads and Kupono St.
Hawai‘i Celebrates World Wetlands Day
State conservation groups are celebrating World Wetlands Day, marking 38 years since an intergovernmental treaty was signed.
MEO Honors 2018 Volunteer, Benefactor of the Year
Maui Economic Opportunity named Mercer “Chubby” Vicens its 2018 Volunteer of the Year a its 33nd Annual Volunteer Luncheon on Feb. 14, 2019.
Maui Flash Flood Watch Through Afternoon
A flash flood watch remains in effect through this afternoon for Maui County and the Big Island of Hawaiʻi.
Kīhei Charter School Expands, Registration Begins in March
Kīhei Charter School’s upcoming schedule of open house registration information meetings and registration dates for the coming school term are now available.
Maui High Seeks Nominations for Hall of Honor Awards
Maui High School is seeking nominations for their 2019 Hall of Honor Awards in order to recognize distinguished alumni and members of the Maui community.
Geology of the Past, How Long Will the Eruption Last?
The 2018 lower East Rift Zone eruption of Kīlauea brought an end to the 35+ year eruption at Puʻu ‘Ō‘ō.
7 Months of No Lava at Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō Heralds End of an Era
One of the most frequent questions asked of USGS Hawaiian Volcano scientists the last several months has been, “Is the Lower East Rift eruption over?”
Tulsi Gabbard’s Staff Holds Office Hours on Maui
Tulsi Gabbard’s district staff will be holding Community Office Hours next Friday, Feb. 22 in
Wailuku at Maui Coffee Attic from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Maui, Big Island Flood Watch Through Tuesday
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for the Big Island of Hawaiʻi and Maui County from Monday night through 6 p.m. Tuesday.
Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi to Hold Blood Drives on Maui
The Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi will be holding blood drives on Maui from tomorrow, Feb. 18, until Friday, Feb. 22. According to the Bank, they are in urgent need of O+ and O- blood to meet the stateʻs needs. The dates, locations, and times for the Maui drives are listed below: DATE LOCATION TIME Monday, […]
County to Hold Free Hazardous Household Waste Collection
The Department of Environmental Management will hold a free hazardous household waste collection event on March 24. Residents interested in dropping off hazardous household items are required to schedule an appointment with the department by March 15. According to the department, residents will be expected to disclose the estimated types and quantities of waste they […]
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of Feb. 17, 2019
May they rest in peace. Maui obituary notices for the week of Feb. 17, 2019. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
