Maui News
Kaua‘i Man Sentenced to 4 Years in Prison in Monk Seal Harassment Case
Shylo Kaena Akuna was sentenced to four-years in prison for harassing a Hawaiian monk seal at Salt Pond Beach Park in Hanapēpē back on April 26, 2016.
Surveillance Video of Maui Hands Burglary Released
Authorities released video surveillance today from a recent burglary of valuable Niihau shell lei from the Maui Hands Art Gallery in Makawao….
Predator Control Aims to Improve Endangered Seabird Population
Crews are working to protect seabird colonies on Kauaʻi that have suffered massive declines of up to 94% over 10 years for the Newell’s Shearwater and…
One-Lane Road Closures in Kaupō Through Sept. 1
Traffic closures on the Piʻilani Highway in Kaupō for pavement preservation work have switched to one-lane, rather than full closures.
Kīlauea’s Kamokuna Ocean Entry Reaches One-Year Anniversary
When the 61g flow first spilled over the sea cliff, it had been almost three years since lava entered the ocean.
Trump’s Transgender Tweets Set off Armed Services Debate
In a series of three tweets this morning, President Donald Trump set off an armed services debate over the acceptance of transgender individuals.
Convoy to Close Summit Road During Wide Load Transport
Similar convoys were met with protests in 2015 due to issues surrounding development atop the summit areas of some of Hawaiʻi’s highest mountains.
Maui Hospital Transition Complete, Cost Hike for Postpartum Rooms Questioned
The cost for a postpartum private room at the Maui Memorial Medical Center increased 350% during the transition, from $150 to $672. It’s one of the questions…
“SMiShing” Text Message Scams on the Rise in Hawai‘i
Scammers appear to be turning to text messages because people are ignoring emails and people tend read and respond to text messages quickly.
Maui Firefighters Women’s Auxiliary Awards 2 Scholarships
The Maui Firefighters Women’s Auxiliary awarded two scholarships to Maui students attending college in the Fall.
Maui Humane Society Achieves 92% Live Release Rate for Dogs
92% of dogs who entered the shelter were either adopted, transferred to rescue partners for adoption, or returned to their owners.
Abercrombie’s Official Portrait by Maui Artist Unveiled
The official portrait of former Gov. Neil Abercrombie, by Maui artist Kirk Kurokawa, was unveiled at a dedication ceremony in the Hawai‘i State Art Museum.
Maui Man Charged with Alleged Leash Law Violations
Mark Simonds, 52, of Maui was charged with multiple violations of the Maui County Code’s leash laws & one count of failing to properly register one of his dogs.
Maui Waterman Plans to Appeal Fishing Case to Environmental Court
Waterman Malama Chun filed a petition challenging the practice of issuing licenses to foreign fisherman who have been refused permission to land in Hawai’i
Portland-Maui Year-Round Route Unveiled
Hawaiian Airlines will add a new non-stop daily route between Portland and Maui, starting Jan. 18, 2018. Other routes include Oakland-Kauaʻi and LAX-Kona.
Wailuku Man Medevaced After Jump at Ke‘anae Pond
A Wailuku, Maui man was medevaced to the hospital in serious condition after suffering injuries during a jump into a pond near the Keʻanae Peninsula on Sunday.
Fernanda Remnants Move East Across O‘ahu, Kaua‘i
The remnants of Fernanda, will be moving east to west across Oʻahu and Kauaʻi today, bringing with it the threat of heavy showers and thunderstorms.
Peter Kema Sr. Sentenced to 20 Years for Manslaughter in Son’s Death
Peter Kema Sr. today was sentenced this morning to 20 years in jail. The sentence was based on a manslaughter conviction in the death of his son.
Honoapi‘ilani Hwy RE-OPENED in Kā‘anapali
Honoapiʻilani Hwy between Kāʻanapali Pkwy and Kekaʻa Dr has REOPENED as of 6:18 a.m. on Monday, July 24, 2017 following a multi-vehicle accident in West Maui.
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of July 23, 2017
May they rest in peace. Maui Obituary Notices: Week of July 23, 2017
