Maui News
Hōkūle‘a Makes Early Return to O‘ahu to Repair Damaged Hulls
Hōkūleʻa returned to Oʻahu from Hawaiʻi Island earlier than scheduled due to damage to the canoe’s hulls that are in need of immediate repairs.
Hawai‘i Ingredient Ban on Sunscreen and Pesticides, First in Nation if Signed
If signed into law, Hawai‘i will become the first state in the nation to ban the sale of all sunscreens that contain oxybenzone and octinoxate, and the first…
Kīhei Man Missing as Family Faces Eviction
Maui police are seeking help in locating Paul John Enns of Kīhei who went missing amid reports of possible emotional distress as his family faces eviction.
Mural of Old Maui High School to be Unveiled
Renowned artist Phil Sabado was commissioned last summer by the Maui High School Foundation to create a visual of the school’s original campus at Hamakuapoko.
Rep. Gabbard Visits Maui, Honors Vietnam Veterans
Rep. Gabbard met with organizers of the Kaʻehu Project, delivered the keynote at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Service and hosted a Congress On Your Corner
Maui Police Issue 1,211 Citations During Distracted Driver Enforcement
1,211 citations were issued including 554 for distracted driving, during an enforcement campaign targeting violators of the mobile electronic device law.
Electronic Recycling Restrictions Begin
The county’s E-cycling program will no longer accept a list of items including DVDs, VCRs, phones, cameras, projectors, CD players, amplifiers and speakers.
Moana to Premiere in ‘Olelo Hawai‘i at World Oceans Day
The ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi-version of Disney’s Moana will premiere at World Oceans Day on Sunday, June 10, at Ko Olina Resort.
Student Meals to Feature Maui Gold Pineapples
Maui-grown pineapples are being incorporated into student meals statewide as part of the ʻAina Pono Hawaiʻi State Harvest of the Month program in May.
Increased Earthquake Activity Below Kīlauea Volcano Means Outbreak of Lava Possible
While it is not possible to predict where an outbreak could occur, the area east of Puʻu Oʻo is a possible location.
No Tsunami After 4.2 Quake On South Flank of Kīlauea
There was no tsunami threat after an early morning earthquake on the South Flank of the Kilauea Volcano on Hawaiʻi Island.
Siren and Emergency Alert System Test May 1, 2018
The State’s monthly test of the Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System, coordinated with the test of the Emergency Alert System, is scheduled for 11:45 a.m.
Unexploded Ordnance Found Off Ha‘ikū Road
An piece of unexploded ordnance was found in front of a residence off Haʻikū Road near Hāna Highway on Monday, April 30, 2018.
Temporary Closure of Pīpīwai Trail, May 2
A one-mile portion of the Pīpīwai Trail in east Maui will close for helicopter operations on May 2, 2018, in support of a trail boardwalk replacement project.
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of April 30, 2018
May they rest in peace.
Maui Obituaries for the Week of April 30, 2018
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80-Footer is Biggest Wave Ever Surfed in History
Also…Ian Walsh’s incredible barrel ride at the 2018 Pe’ahi Challenge earned him the Ride of the Year award, and Tube of the Year Award for the same wave.
Plan Your Route: Maui Lane Closures, April 28 – May 4
The state Department of Transportation will conduct roadwork at various locations throughout Maui this week, resulting in lane closures April 28 – May 4, 2018.
Legislature Provides $50 Million to Address Homelessness
The conference committee on Housing passed two bills totaling $34.7 million to fund ‘Ohana Zones and support medical services for homeless populations statewide
Sheriff Impersonation Phone Scam Warning
Impersonators claiming to be deputy sheriffs are calling Hawaiʻi residents to say they missed a court date and Sheriffs are being sent to arrest them.
Work From Hawai‘i Week-Long Residencies Offered to New Yorkers
Inspired by this “workforce on the move” Hawaiʻi Tourism United States will launch a pilot residency program in the islands in September.
