Maui News
Business Helps Restaurants Comply with Polystyrene Ban
The Hawaiʻi distributor of Mālama Eco Products, launched a division to service businesses statewide who need to comply with the new polystyrene bans.
Wailuku Civic Complex Presentation Planned
The Wailuku Civic Complex presentation will include design and parking mitigation strategies to accommodate construction impacts to Wailuku town.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Releases Apology Video, Clarifies LGBTQ Stance
US Representative Tulsi Gabbard on Thursday released a public video voicing her regret for past offensive and hurtful statements against the gay community.
Schatz’s Government Transparency Legislation Signed Into Law
President Trump signed the Open, Public, Electronic, and Necessary (OPEN) government data act into law Monday night. The new law, which Sens. Brian Schatz and Ben Sasse co-authored, will require federal agencies to publish public information in an open, machine-readable format online. According to Schatzʻs communications director, the act was created to make public information […]
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.
