Maui News
Public Invited to Kalama Skate Park Design Workshop
The public is invited to provide input to Maui County staff and skate park designers for the proposed Kalama Skate Park.
Maui Man Pulled from Waters off Spreckelsville
Emergency crews were called to a report of an unresponsive male pulled from the ocean at a North Shore beach known as, “Camp One,” in Spreckelsville on Saturday
Downed Electric Pole Forces Temporary Closure of Kaupakalua Road
Maui Electric crews are working to repair a downed electric pole and power lines on Kaupakalua Road.
Maui Weekly Obituary Notices: April 16, 2017
May they rest in peace.
Maui Obituaries for the Week of April 16, 2017
Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries
Westin Nanea Ocean Villas Blessing Ceremony
Maui Now was invited to take a sneak peek of Maui’s newest resort, The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, which opens tomorrow, April 15, in Kā‘anapali.
Backers Protest Termination of Director at Horizons Academy
A sign waving protest was held at the Horizons Academy of Maui campus in Kīhei on Wednesday amid the termination of Beau Laughlin as executive director.
8 Maui County Post Offices Offer Tax Day Late Collections
27 Post Offices across the state, including eight on Maui, will offer late collection of mail from specially marked collection boxes on federal Tax Day
Growing Concerns Over Rat Lungworm Prompt More Maui Meetings
The state Department of Health hosts a second community meeting on concerns surrounding Rat Lungworm, this time in Haʻikū on Monday, April 17, 2017.
Rep. Gabbard Addresses Local & National Issues at Lānaʻi Town Hall
A Lānaʻi resident from Syria thanked Rep. Gabbard for fighting for peace in her home country after the congresswoman spoke about the need to end the counterproductive regime change war in Syria.
Nā Hale O Maui Takes Possession of 12 100% Affordable Housing Lots in Lahaina
Nā Hale o Maui has purchased 12 lots in the Kahoma Homes 100% workforce housing subdivision being developed by West Maui Land.
The Numbers Behind the Upcountry Water Shortage
Maui Now reached out to Maui Water Director Dave Taylor for more information regarding the Stage 1 water shortage.
East Maui Continues Use of Wākiu Well C
As required by the State Department of Health, the Department of Water Supply is informing the public of the continued use of Wākiu Well C.
Lahaina Skate Clinic for Kids with Special Needs, April 30
SkateMD hosts a free one-on-one skateboard clinic and experience at Lahaina Skate Park for kids with special needs between the ages of 5-17.
100,000 Pounds of Marine Debris Removed from Papahānaumokuākea
Approximately 100,000 pounds of marine debris was removed from sites within the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument.
Hawaiʻi Lawmakers Seek Updated Preparedness Amid Tensions with North Korea
SCR 169 SD1 HD1 urges the State Department of Defense to modernize Hawaiʻi’s disaster prep plans amidst geopolitical tensions between North Korea and the US.
$297 Fine for Texting & Driving, Enforcement Continues
Maui police continue to crack down on motorists who text while driving during a campaign that runs during Distracted Driving Awareness Month, April 1-30, 2017.
Maui Police to Conduct Emergency Exercise at Nāhiʻenaʻena
Members of the Maui Police Department and Princess Nāhiʻenaʻena Elementary School will be participating in a one-day Emergency Preparedness Exercise.
Search & Rescue Exercise Near Molokini on Thursday
The exercise will take place on the water and in the air near Molokini Crater with Coast Guard and local agencies working together to evaluate response.
Sink Hole Forces Temporary Closure of Highway at Kalepa, Mile 39
The Hāna Highway (31) is closed at Mile 39 in the area of Lelekea Bay due to a sink hole.
Opponents: “Water Monopoly Bill” Will Eliminate Oversight
Sierra Club: If passed, private corps will be allowed to make unlimited profit from selling water, creating new incentive to divert water from public streams
