Maui News
Body of ‘Opihi Picker Recovered off West Maui
Fire officials say the 56-year-old Nāpili man was picking ʻopihi on the shoreline with a 28-year-old male relative when he was knocked off the rocks by a wave.
Mt. Ka’ala Chant Gifted at Natural Area Reserve
A mele and chant were gifted to the Natural Area Reserve System atop O‘ahu’s highest point, Mt. Ka‘ala.
131 House Bills Advance to Senate for Review
The list includes House Bill 2169, which appropriates funds for youth suicide early intervention, prevention and education initiatives in Maui County.
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of March 4, 2018
May they rest in peace. Maui Obituary Notices: Week of March 4, 2018
Whale Tail: What it Means When a Humpback Does a Headstand
A whale offshore of the McGregor Point Lighthouse in West Maui was observed in a headstand position for approximately four minutes. What does it mean?
Maui Mourns the Loss of Beloved Uncle Richard Ho‘opi‘i
Beloved Maui musician, Uncle Richard Hoʻopiʻi passed away early this morning at his home in Kahakuloa, family members have confirmed.
Second Presumed Humpback Whale Placenta Recovered Off Maui
Pacific Whale Foundation’s Ocean Explorer, on the ultimate Ultimate Whalewatch with the Experts, recovered a placenta in Maui’s waters today. As with the February 17 discovery, the placenta is presumed to be from a humpback whale.
New Deputy Transportation Director Appointed
Executive assistant to the mayor, John Buck, was appointed as the new Deputy Transportation Director on Maui.
Haleakalā National Park College Internship Deadline March 31, 2018
The eight week summer internship program is for college age students who are interested in careers in natural resources/conservation and/or the National Park Service.
County Breaks Ground on Upcountry Skate Park
The County of Maui broke ground on a new Upcountry Skate Park on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at a site located below the Upcountry Pool in Pukalani.
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.
Learn about Native Bats and Birds at Keālia Pond, March 3
Keālia Pond will host a family-friendly event on Saturday, March 3, that will focus on “The Art and Science of Observing Nature.”
Mayor Arakawa Proposes New Shoreline Setback Regulations
Maui County was the first county in the state to adopt shoreline setback formulas that include annual erosion hazard rates.
‘Ulu on Menu in Hawai‘i Public Schools
This month, Hawai‘i public schools welcome a new local product in student meals – ‘ulu, otherwise known as breadfruit.
Visitor Grateful for Care After Medical Emergency Off Molokini
Texas resident Terri Hunter was on an annual trip to Maui and had just jumped in the water at Molokini Crater, when she was found floating and unresponsive…
Boys & Girls Club Maui Announces Youth of the Year
Caylie Peterson, a 15-year-old sophomore at King Kekaulike High School, was selected as the 2018 Youth of the Year for Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui
Island Bowling Officially Open in Lahaina
After a half-century, a new bowling alley has opened its doors on Maui.
Comment Period Regarding Proposed Fee Increase Deadline, March 2
The public comment period regarding a proposed fee increase to the tri-park annual pass will close this Friday, March 2, 2018.
‘Īao School Vandalism, Threats Investigated
Maui police are investigating an incident involving a threat against ʻĪao Intermediate School by a student in the form of written graffiti in a bathroom. Word of the incident also prompted a separate report in which a student reportedly brought a firearm on school grounds late last year.
Monthly Siren Test for March 2018
The State’s monthly test of the Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for today, Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 11:45 a.m.
