Maui News
Emergency Declaration Extended for O‘ahu’s Pali Highway
Heavy rains in February caused extensive damage to the slopes and other areas adjacent to the Pali Highway on Oʻahu.
Mālama Hawai‘i: On Air, On Flights, In Hotel Rooms
DLNR and the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority have partnered to launch Mālama Hawai‘i, a comprehensive campaign designed to educate and remind visitors and kama‘āina about being respectful of the islands’ natural resources, protecting wildlife and staying safe at all times while in Hawai‘i.
Waimea and Hanapēpē Face Mandatory Flood Insurance
FEMA has determined the Waimea and Hanapēpē levees on Kaua‘i do not provide a high level of protection and are to be de-accredited.
Maui Grant Funding Available
Grants are available in E Maui for $20,000, Pukalani-Kula-Ulupalakua for $26,000, Lānaʻi for $10,000, S Maui for $7,400, Molokaʻi for $5K and W Maui for $2,500.
DLNR Aims to Raise Awareness on Endangered Hawaiian Petrels With “ʻUaʻu Nights”
The DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife, in partnership with the Maui Nui Seabird Recovery Project and The Friends of Haleakalā, will host a two-night program to educate the public about the ʻUaʻu, or Hawaiian petrels, and their role in Polynesian navigation. The program, called “ʻUʻau Nights,” is open to the public and will allow […]
Maui Electric Work on Wākea Avenue on April 26, May 3
Maui Electric will be upgrading two utility poles along Wākea Avenue that will require overnight road closures for crews to safely complete the work.
East Maui Included in Aerial Survey for ‘Ōhi‘a Death
Overflights included aerial surveys over east Maui as crews work to learn more about Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death. There have been no confirmed cases on Maui to date.
Surviving the Plastic Pollution Pandemic, May 1
A free presentation titled, “Thinking Like an Island: How to Survive the Plastic Pollution Pandemic,” will be offered by presenter Hannah Bernard.
Maui Crime April 14-20, 2019: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 10 burglaries, 16 vehicle thefts and 26 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from April 14 to 20, 2019.
Maui’s First State-Licensed Industrial Hemp Farm Blessed on Earth Day
In celebration of Earth Day, Pacific Biodiesel conducted a blessing today at the site of Maui’s first state-licensed industrial hemp farm.
St Anthony Church Vandalized Overnight After Easter
Vandals had broken into the St. Anthony Church overnight and damaged many of the statues and religious items at the place of worship.
Pukalani School Wins Overall Title at Maui Math Challenge
Seabury Hall hosted the 2019 Maui Math Challenge for elementary students on April 13, 2019 at the school’s upcountry campus.
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of April 21, 2019
May they rest in peace. Maui obituary notices for the week of April 21, 2019. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
State’s First Forest Carbon Offset Project Underway on Maui
The state is converting the carbon collected in trees along Maui’s leeward slopes of Haleakalā into offset credits for the state’s first-ever forest carbon sequestration program.
PUC Approves First Maui Electric Rate Increase in 6 Years
Under the interim rate that has been in effect for nearly eight months, the typical Maui monthly residential bill for 500 kilowatt-hours increased by about $5 a month.
1,000 Feet of Illegal Lay Net Confiscated
Nearly one thousand feet of suspected illegal lay net was confiscated by DOCARE officers.
Mayor Joins Effort to Raise the Profile on Climate Change
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino said the County of Maui is committed to achieving balanced economic, community, and environmental priorities through collaborations
South Maui Community Park Master Plan Open House
The public will have an opportunity to review the final master plan concept for the South Maui Community Park during an open house in May.
Maui Wins Prestigious Budget Award
For a 26th consecutive year, the County of Maui is the recipient of the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award issued by the Gov. Finance Officers Association.
Maui Crime April 7-13, 2019: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 16 burglaries, 17 vehicle thefts and 34 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from April 6 to 13, 2019.
