Maui News
L Honoapi‘ilani Rd Resurfacing in Nāpili Starts Today
Contractors with the Department of Public Works will be resurfacing Lower Honoapiʻilani Road from Omaikai Place to Nāpilihau Street over the next several months.
Boosting Maui Condo Owners’ Energy Savings
Maui sees some the highest energy bills in the state. In addition to helping educate Maui residents on how to become more energy-efficient, Hawai‘i Energy…
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of Nov. 19, 2017
May they rest in peace. Maui Obituary Notices: Week of Nov. 19, 2017
Oregon Man Dies, Fell Ill While Snorkeling at ‘Āhihi-Kina‘u
The snorkeler was brought to shore after reportedly experiencing a medical emergency in waters at the ʻĀhihi-Kinaʻu Natural Area Reserve.
Police Seek Help to ID Body Recovered in April
The Maui Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the body of male that was found on April 23, 2017 in a field above Kaiwahine Street in Kīhei.
Black Friday Specials, Deals and Hours on Maui
Maui Now breaks down all the deals and hours for Thanksgiving and Black Friday across Maui
‘Īao Valley State Monument to Re-Open Nov. 22, Ahead of Schedule
ʻĪao Valley State Monument will reopen on Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2017, following completion of a second phase of slope stabilization to the stream areas in the park that were damaged by a massive flood event in September 2016. The park was originally expected to reopen by Dec. 16, 2017.
Mayor Seeks Removal of Water Director, Dave Taylor
Maui Director of Water Supply Dave Taylor has been placed on paid administrative leave while Mayor Alan Arakawa seeks his removal as head of the department.
Top Maui Headlines with Wendy Osher
Here are some of the important headlines and stories you need to know around Maui.
Interstellar Object Discovered with Maui Telescope Gets Hawaiian Name: “ʻOumuamua”
The interstellar object that was discovered last month with the Pan-STARRS 1 telescope atop Haleakalā on Maui, now has a name — ʻOumuamua.
Update: Police Investigate Unattended Death Near Kahului Elementary
The investigation stems from the discovery of a lifeless body of an adult male, found near the campus of Kahului Elementary School at 6:46 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017.
Unanimous Vote to Keep Rent Affordable at Front Street Apartments
A resolution has passed in committee supporting hundreds of Front Street Apartment tenants in their efforts to keep their rents affordable and avoid eviction.
Maui Researchers Delve into Future Satellite Catalog
More than 20,000 man-made objects are routinely tracked; however, commercial space activity is expected to grow exponentially over the next few decades…
DOH to Conduct TB Testing at Lihikai Elementary, Possible Exposure
The DOH says it’s notifying parents and staff of Lihikai Elementary School on Maui of possible exposure to tuberculosis at the school.
2.2% Hawai‘i Unemployment Rate, Lowest on Record
Here on Maui, the unemployment rate was even lower with Maui Island reporting a 1.9% unemployment rate for October, down from the 2.4% rate in September and the 2.9% reported at the same time last year.
Hawaiian Airlines CEO to Retire
Mark Dunkerley, president and chief executive officer of Hawaiian Airlines, announced he will retire in March 2018.
Dive Float Found Off Launiupoko, Maui
The US Coast Guard is seeking the public’s help identifying the owner of an adrift dive float found approximately three miles off Launiupoko, Maui, Thursday.
Hawai‘i Lawmakers Call on Trump to Address Gun Safety
Hawaiʻi lawmakers sent a letter to President Trump and Congressional leaders urging them to “take meaningful action” to address the country’s gun laws.
Atty Gen: Saito’s Escape was “Premeditated, Intentional and Planned”
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health is placing a total of seven Hawaiʻi State Hospital employees on off-duty status without pay pending the investigation.
Maui Film, “Kuleana” Kicks Off Hawai‘i International Film Festival
Next up for KULEANA will be a one-night-only screening on Maui during the holidays – stay tuned for an exclusive announcement
