Maui News
First Molokaʻi Students Awarded Telescope Time on Mauna Kea
Students at Molokaʻi High School receive access to world-class telescopes at Mauna Kea
New Administrator Appointed to Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency
In his first official day in the position Administrator Travis commented on the false missile alert saying, it’s an opportunity to strengthen relationships…
Maui Electric Aerial Line Inspections March 20, 21 and 27
Maui Electric Company will perform routine aerial power line inspections in Upcountry Maui March 20; Central and West Maui on March 21; and Moloka‘i on March 27
Maui’s Shane Victorino Inducted into Hawai‘i Sports Hall of Fame
Maui’s Shane Victorino is among the latest inductees to the Hawaiʻi Sports Hall of Fame for his baseball career.
Hāna Festivities for Ka‘uiki-Born Queen Ka‘ahumanu
The free public celebration will unfold with a Saturday, March 17 festival at Hāna Bay, and March 18 Aliʻi Sunday worship services at Wananalua Church.
Lawsuit Filed Over Extension of Maui Lani Grading Permit
Mālama Kakanilua has filed a lawsuit in Maui’s Environmental Court over the extension of a grading permit for Maui Lani Partners’ sand mining operations.
House Finance Committee Passes “TAT” Increase for Maui
For Maui that means there’s additional $15 million in TAT revenues, going from the current $23.4 million to $38.3 million.
Top Maui Headlines with Kiaora Bohlool
Here are some of the important headlines and stories you need to know around Maui, in this brief newscast with Maui Now’s Kiaora Bohlool.
Two Weeks Left to Apply for Preschool Open Doors
The current open application period closes on Thursday, March 29, 2018 for the Preschool Open Doors Program.
Maui Rep. Yamashita Introduces Resolutions on Cesspool Problem
This issue gained attention when the Health Dept. released a report naming Upcountry, Maui as a priority area where cesspool upgrades are critically needed.
Increased Saturation Patrols Begin March 16 for St. Patrick’s Holiday
Starting March 16, and continuing through the weekend, Maui police will increase saturation patrols as part of St. Patrick’s Day Impaired Driving Prevention.
Maui Seniors Eligible for $50 Farmers’ Market Vouchers
Qualified seniors will receive coupons worth $50 to exchange for fresh, nutritious and unprocessed locally grown produce from Maui farmers’ markets.
Missing Drug Evidence on Hawai‘i Island
A Hawaiʻi Island Police Department employee has since retired after being placed on administrative leave following an investigation into missing drug evidence.
Red Cross Shelter Opens for Hāna Residents Affected by Flooding
The American Red Cross opened a shelter at Hāna High School due to area flooding.
Flash Flood Warning for Maui, Roads Flooded in Hāna
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for the island of Maui, in effect until 6 p.m. March 14, 2018.
Pipeline Damaged in Landslide, Honokōhau Without Water
Officials say the break has been located in the remote valley and will be repaired tomorrow.
Maui Police Seek Assistance in Kīhei Assault
The assault took place at Kīhei Kalama Village, also referred to as “The Triangle,” during the early morning hours of Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018.
Hawai‘i Governor, US Senator Join Student-Led Walkout
Governor David Ige today joined students at his alma mater, Pearl City High School, this morning to support their walkout initiative
Hirono Asks for Quality Monitoring of Essential Air Service to Kalaupapa
Hirono requested that USDOT recognize the concerns of the Kalaupapa community before issuing an Order to an air carrier who submitted a subsidy free proposal.
$1.4M Upcountry Skate Park Construction to Begin
Construction is scheduled to begin March 19 on the Upcountry Skate Park in Pukalani. The new, multilevel skate park will provide approximately 15,000 sq ft…
