Maui News
Eruption Pause Creates Opportunity to Probe Volcanic Pollution
In contrast to last summer, Kῑlauea’s current lull in activity provides an excellent opportunity to study background air quality.
862 Homeless Individuals on Maui, Down %1
On Maui, total homelessness decreased for the third year in a row. There was a 1% drop in homelessness in Maui County
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Water Conservation Advisory for West Maui
Maui water customers from Puamana to Kapalua are asked to conserve water while repairs are made to a clarifier unit at the Lahaina Wastewater Treatment Plant.
High Bacteria Count at Kamaole Beach I, Maui
The public is advised of a water quality exceedance of enterococci at Kamaole Beach I in South Maui.
Hawai‘i Telescopes Critical in Producing First Image of a Black Hole
Two of the world’s most powerful telescopes, located atop Maunakea, played a vital role in producing the world’s very first image of a black hole.
Wong Resigns, Lutey Named Maui Corporation Counsel
Mayor Michael Victorino announced today his nomination of Moana Lutey to serve as corporation counsel for the County of Maui, replacing Patrick Wong, who submitted his resignation today.
Maui Wildland Firefighting Refresher Training in April
The Maui Fire Department conducts wildland firefighting refresher training in the Launiupoko and Central Maui areas on April 17-19 and 22-24.
Pools of ‘Ohe‘o Closed Due to Stream Safety, System Malfunction
To protect visitor safety, Haleakalā National Park has closed access to the Pools of ʻOheʻo in East Maui.
Maui Teen Wins Hawai‘i Youth of the Year Title
Maui’s Chassen Kosi-Cortez was named State of Hawaiʻi Youth of the Year by Boys & Girls Clubs. It’s the 6th time in 10 years that it’s gone to a Maui recipient.
Lombardi Promoted to Lieutenant at Ocean Safety
The Maui Department of Fire and Public Safety announced the promotion of Ocean Safety Officer Jeff Lombardi to the rank of Lieutenant.
Maui Median Home Price at $712,718
Median price of a single family home in March was $712,718–that’s a 4.8% increase from the same time last year according to the Realtors Association of Maui.
Maritime Heavy Weather and Hurricane Plan Informational Meetings Scheduled
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation Harbors Division and the US Coast Guard will be holding informational meetings on the islands of Hawaiʻi, Maui, Kauaʻi and Oʻahu regarding preparations for storms this coming hurricane season. Hurricane season begins on June 1 and ends on November 30. The meetings will be held at the following locations and […]
Many Apply for Wai‘ale ‘Elua Workforce Housing
The 70 unit project, brokered by West Maui Land Company, Inc., is slated for development on land north of Waikapū Gardens.
Maui Mayor Voices Support of Water Holdover Permits
Mayor Victorino said the measure not only provides legal access to surface water for Upcountry Maui, but it would help diversified agriculture in Central Maui.
Maui Mayor Breaks Silence on Sex Assault
For the very first time in decades, Maui Mayor Michael Victorino, broke his silence today about a personal account of sex assault from when he was a child.
A&B Makes $26.5 M Kapolei Warehouse Acquisition
This purchase represents A&B’s next step toward reinvesting proceeds from the $262 million sale of approximately 41,000 acres of agricultural farmland on Maui.
Rise Up Rally Monday, Wong Decision Due on Tuesday
Meantime, a demonstration rally against domestic violence called Rise Up Maui will be held this morning at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College as government leaders proclaim this month, Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Hawaiʻi. Rally organizers say they will join this event to demand action from leaders in the case involving Wong.
Southwest Launches Inaugural Maui Service
Southwest launched service for Maui on Sunday with the 2 p.m. arrival of flight 5160 from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Kahului (OGG).
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of April 7, 2019
May they rest in peace. Maui obituary notices for the week of April 7, 2019. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
Schatz to Chair New Climate Crisis Committee
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer recently established a new committee aimed at addressing climate change. Sen. Brian Schatz will chair the committee, which will work with environmental, financial, and national security experts to find solutions for communities impacted by climate change and provide oversight on special interests that foster climate denial. The committee, comprised of […]
