Maui News

Special Chronicles Importance of Native Forests

A one-hour documentary, Forests for Life, chronicles the life-giving importance of Hawai‘i’s native forests. It is set to debut this Friday, Jan. 18.

Pi‘ilani Hwy Closed in Kaupō, Traffic Accident

Piʻilani Highway in Kaupō is temporarily closed between mile-marker 21 and 23 due to a motor vehicle accident.

Servco Lexus, Subaru Open at Maui Business Park

Servco Lexus Maui and Servco Subaru Maui held a blessing and grand opening ceremony for its new dual dealership location in Kahului at the Maui Business Park II

Goodwill Maui Offers Free Tax Clinics for Low-Income Families

The Maui service is offered at the Goodwill Maui Office in Kahului. Hours of operation are the first and last Saturday of every month, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Leahey Repeats as Hawai‘i Sportscaster of the Year

For the second consecutive year, Kanoa Leahey has earned Hawaii Sportscaster of the Year honors from the National Sports Media Association.  

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Serves Meals to Federal Employees

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard helped serve meals for federal employees impacted by the government shutdown at the World Central Kitchen’s #ChefsforFeds pop-up kitchen.

Missing Person: Man Known to Frequent South Maui

Paul Cavazos, 47, was reported missing by a relative in the mainland.  Authorities say he was last heard from about three to four months ago. 

Residential Rooftop Solar Installations Up 5%

Installation of residential rooftop solar systems used by Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawaiʿi Electric Light customers increased by 5.3% in 2018-2017

Saiki Examines Economic Divide in Opening Day Remarks

Speaker Saiki spoke of the increasingly difficult time residents have in making ends meet and the divide between those with and without resources.

Agriculture Department and DBEDT Leaders Appointed

Gov. David Ige has appointed a new chairperson of the Board of Agriculture and a new director at the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.

Haleakalā Regulations Enforced During Government Shutdown

Haleakalā National Park rangers have issued a reminder to the public that they are enforcing all regulations during the lapse in appropriated funds.

Community Workshops for Historic Preservation Plan

Open-house-style workshops are scheduled this month for residents to help develop a new Maui County historic preservation plan.

PHOTO: Maui Sailor Participates in Navy Fitness Challenge

Operations Specialist 1st Class Andrew Pristyak, from Kīhei, Maui, participates in a Sailor of the Year fitness challenge in Yokosuka, Japan.

‘Iolani Palace to Close Earlier Due to Vandalism, Vagrancy

This change is necessary to better protect the sanctity of the palace and preservation of its invaluable buildings and grounds.

Curbside Refuse Collection Rescheduled in Makawao

A personnel shortage resulted in missed refuse collection in Makawao on Tuesday.  Trash on the missed route has been rescheduled for collection today.

Deputy Director Appointments to DAGS, DLIR, Budget & Finance

Governor David Ige made several appointments and re-appointments on Tuesday, Jan. 15, all subject to Senate confirmation.

Maui Obituary Notices: Week of Jan. 15, 2018

May they rest in peace. Maui obituaries for the week of Jan. 15, 2018. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.

First Dispensary on Hawai‘i Island to Begin Sales

Hawaiʻi Island’s first medical cannabis dispensary, Big Island Grown Dispensaries will begin sales of dried flower, with a grand opening event this Wednesday.

Maui Crime Jan. 6-12, 2019: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts

Maui police responded to 10 burglaries, 14 vehicle thefts and 23 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Jan. 6-12, 2019.

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Calls for End to Government Shutdown

In recognition of the 25th day of the longest government shutdown in American history, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard today called for an end to the government shutdown.
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