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Maui Weekly Obituary Notices: Feb. 19, 2017
May they rest in peace.
Maui Obituaries for the Week of Feb. 5, 2017
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PHOTOS: Kona Winds on the North Shore
Kona winds and solid North West swells have kept the North Shore firing all week. The brisk offshore wind has made for some really clean conditions. Blue skies, blue water, and a whole lot of sun. Quite a few whales have been popping up during these sessions as well. The waves are slowly dropping through […]
High Surf Advisory in Effect for North Maui
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for north-facing shores of Maui and north- and west-facing shores of Moloka‘i, in effect thru 6 p.m Monday.
Strong Trade Winds Forecast for Maui County
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a wind advisory for Maui County at
3:34 a.m., HST, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017.
UPDATE: Maui Man Dies After Honolulu Airport Incident
The Honolulu International Airport remains open today following an incident at a terminal at 5:48 a.m. involving a man who forced his way into a secured area.
Rep. Ing Responds to Mayor Arakawa’s ‘Sacred Rocks’ Comment
The comments sparked a firestorm on social media, and drew instant condemnation from those criticizing Maui County’s handling of the flood repair project.
Sen. Hirono, Other Democrats Introduce Bill Rescinding Trump’s Deportation Order
The Bill would rescind Trump’s Executive Order that targets law-abiding undocumented immigrants for deportation
Two Indicted for Attempted Murder of 3 Kaua‘i Police
Attorney General Doug Chin announced that a Kaua‘i grand jury yesterday indicted two men for the attempted murder of three Kaua‘i police officers.
Capobianco’s Request for New Trial Delayed
Steven Capobianco’s request for a new trial has been delayed until March.
Hiker Airlifted After 60-Foot Jump
Fire crews received a report at 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017, about a man in the Commando Hike area who was injured after he jumped from a waterfall.
Windy Weekend Expected for All Islands
The National Weather Service reported that a cold front will move quickly through the state during the weekend.
Maui’s Chef Sheldon Simeon on Top Chef Finale, Vote for Fan Favorite!
“The first time around was a big lesson for me. Coming up short in the finale when I tried to change myself. It was a huge learning lesson. Made me realize be yourself, be proud about it. We have a lot to be proud about here in Hawaii.”
Survey IDs Common Traits of Investment Fraud Victims
The AARP Fraud Watch Network has launched a campaign to warn consumers about the inclinations and activities common to investment fraud victims.
NASA Practices for Mars Mission on Big Island
A simulated Mars landing mission unfolded on Kīlauea Volcano for two weeks in September 2016.
74 Maui County Students Attend Leadership Camp
Seventy-four Maui County students from nine high schools gathered together at Camp Keanae on Feb. 10 and 12 for the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards camp program.
Senate Committee Passes Aid-in-Dying Act
SB1129 SD1 was passed with amendments that would establish a medical aid-in-dying act under which a terminally ill resident may obtain medication to end the patient’s life.
Cochran Supports Pesticide-Free Parks
Councilmember Cochran supports a proposal from the county Department of Parks and Recreation to conduct soil analysis and training for organic park management.
Open Enrollment for MEO AmeriCorps Environmental Internships
Maui Economic Opportunity is now accepting applications from individuals who want to become AmeriCorps members.
Hawaiʻi Ranked No. 1 in Nation in School Internet Connectivity
Hawaiʻi’s public school system is ranked as the top school district in K-12 broadband connectivity according to the 2016 State of the States annual report.
