Maui News
Kayaker Rescued After Vessel Takes on Water
A kayaker is safe after the vessel he was in began taking on water on Monday morning outside the Kīhei Boat Ramp.
Mahi Pono Appoints Larry Nixon as GM of Maui Farming Operations
Mahi Pono, LLC, today announced the appointment of Larry Nixon as General Manager. Nixon will be managing the company’s farming operations on Maui.
Arrest Made in ‘Ukulele Store Robbery in Lahaina
Forty-seven year old Jason Bero, who has no local address, was charged on Monday afternoon with second degree robbery and several outstanding arrest warrants.
Special Election for Honolulu City Council
A special election will be held for the District IV seat on the Honolulu City Council, representing Hawai‘i Kai to Waikīkī and Ala Moana Beach Park.
Expanded Service at Central Maui Landfill Postponed
Maui County has postponed opening the Central Maui Landfill on Sundays as the department of Environmental Management works out personnel and budget issues.
Pukalani Man Arrested, Released After Search Warrant Executed
A Maui man was arrested and released after police executed a search warrant at the man’s Pukalani home on Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019.
Maui Electric to Replace Lono Avenue Pole, Feb. 7
Maui Electric will be upgrading a utility pole along Lono Avenue fronting the At Home Animal Hospital on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019 starting at 8 p.m.
$50K Distributed to Families Affected by Lahaina Fires
Maui United Way with organizers of the Lahaina Strong Benefit Concert distributed funds raised to families affected by the Lahiana fires due to Hurricane Lane.
UHMC Greenhouse Tech, Food Innovation Certificate
Through a grant-funded partnership with local nonprofit Hui No Ke Ola Pono, full tuition sponsorship is being offered to Native Hawaiian participants.
Training Exercise in Central Maui, Jan. 31
A training exercise is planned this Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019 in Central Maui for members of the Hawaiʻi National Guard, Maui police officers and firefighters.
Kīhei Charter School Lights Up Path to Learning
The panels are part of a 1,250 panel system that is being installed over the schools pavilion, parking lot and on the flat roof of the school building.
13 Unclaimed Remains in Maui Forensic Facility
The Maui Police Department reports that its forensic facility currently has 13 unclaimed remains.
Haleakalā Telescope Completes World’s Largest Digital Sky Survey
The Pan-STARRS observatory consists of a 1.8-meter telescope equipped with a 1.4 billion pixel digital camera, located at the summit of Haleakalā on Maui.
Local Organizations Help Federal Workers with Food Distribution
The Maui distribution takes place on Mondays, Jan. 28, Feb. 4 and 11, and Tuesday, Feb. 19, from noon to 4 p.m. at the ILWU located at 896 L Main St in Wailuku.
What’s the Scoop? Tasaka Guri Guri is OPEN for Business
So, what’s the scoop? Tasaka Guri Guri is officially OPEN for business, as of 8 a.m. today (Monday, Jan. 28, 2019.
Increased Police Presence at Maui HS Following Report of Alleged Fight
We have reports of increased police presence on the Maui High School campus this morning following a report of a possible fight at the Kahului campus.
Maui, Moloka‘i Lane Closures, Jan 26 – Feb 1
The state Department of Transportation will conduct roadwork at various locations throughout Maui this week, resulting in alternating lane closures.
Haleakalā Resumes Services Amid New Resolution
All park interpretive and educational programs are offered. Online reservations for the sunrise at the summit of Haleakalā are required 3 a.m. to 7 a.m.
UH Proposes 10 Campus Tuition Cuts and Freezes
The University of Hawaiʻi is proposing a decrease and subsequent freeze in tuition rates at its 10 campuses, including UH Maui College.
Kahului Airport ‘Ohana Food Drive, Jan. 31
The drive will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with curbside drop off of donations being accepted at the Kahului Airport Main Terminal.
