Maui News
PACOM Commander Confirms North Korea’s Threat to Hawai‘i
In a House Armed Services Committee hearing today, Admiral Harry Harris, Commander of the US Pacific Command, confirmed the threat of North Korea to Hawaiʻi and detailed potential vulnerabilities that exist within current US missile defense capabilities that could put Hawaiʻi at risk.
Hōkūle‘a Returns to Taputapuatea for Ancient Voyaging Ritual
Hōkūle‘a returned to Taputapuatea, the spiritual center for voyagers of the Pacific, to ceremonially launch and close their voyages.
Governor Designates October “Farm To School Month In Hawai‘i”
Governor Ige today signed a bill into law designating the month of October as “Farm to School Month in Hawai‘i.”
Suspects Sought in Armed Robbery of Tokyo Lounge, Wailuku
Police say two masked males had entered the business and attacked patrons and employees before fleeing on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash.
EXCLUSIVE: Rash of Gas Thefts Involving Drilled Tanks in South Maui
Several reports have surfaced of vehicles damaged with holes drilled in their gas tanks, in what appears to be an effort to steal gas,
UPDATE: Suspects Detained After Armed Robbery at Kahului Business
Police say employees of CosmoProf located at 180 East Wākea Ave, reported being robbed at gunpoint by two hooded males at around 10:34 a.m. on Tuesday, April 25
CONDEMNED: Lead Paint Forces Closure of Old Kula Community Center
A non-profit dance academy is scrambling to vacate the Old Kula Community Center that is being condemned by the County due to the discovery of lead paint.
Federal Flood Protection Bill Passes State House
Currently, there are over 60,000 flood insurance policies totaling over $13.4 billion throughout the state at risk of being cancelled without the bill.
Lawmakers Approve Funds for Maui Hospital Transfer
House and Senate conferees earmarked about $73 million for operations of the Maui Health System, funds for employee separation benefits and CIP Projects.
Kahului Temp on Sunday Ties Record High
The 89 degree temperature in Kahului on Sunday, April 23, 2017, ties the old record of 89 set in 1962 for the day.
Hawaiʻi Supreme Court to Hold Oral Argument at Maui’s Baldwin High School
As part of the Judiciary’s Courts in the Community outreach program, the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court will hear oral argument on April 27 at Maui’s Baldwin High School
Hawaiʻi Lawmakers Approve State Budget
House and Senate conferees met on Monday to approve a final version of HB100 HD1 SD1, the state budget bill covering fiscal years 2018 and 2019.
Man Charged with Attempted Murder for Kahului Traffic Incident
Maui police arrested a man for allegedly using his van to intentionally run over a 47-year-old man who was riding a bicycle on the sidewalk in Kahului.
Final Spay and Neuter MASH Clinic for Cats, April 25-29
The final in a series of free Spay and Neuter MASH clinics for cats will be held this week at the from April 25-29, 2017 at the Maui Humane Society.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawaiʻi After Large Chile Earthquake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a large earthquake reported at 11:38 a.m. off the coast of Chile, according to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center.
Maui’s Teresa Shook Honored for Women’s March Vision
Teresa Shook was presented with a certificate for her vision & dedication in the creation of the Women’s March and all of the unifying principals it stands for.
Maui Police Promote Pladera to Captain
Maui Police promoted Jeraul Pladera to the rank of Captain, effective April 1, 2017. He will serve his new assignment with the Molokaʻi Patrol District.
Maui Swim for Science Event Attracts 50 Participants
An estimated 50 community members, resource managers, scientists and conservationists participated in a talk story and Swim for Science event on Earth Day.
Plan Your Route: Maui Lane Closures, April 22-28
The state Department of Transportation will conduct roadwork in Kahului and Pukalani on Maui this week, resulting in alternating lane closures.
Maui Weekly Obituary Notices: April 23, 2017
May they rest in peace.
Maui Obituaries for the Week of April 23, 2017
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