Maui News
Bill Seeks Funds to Support Ongoing Restoration at Kahoʻolawe
The House Committee on Water & Land will hear a measure on Friday, Feb. 10, that seeks to appropriate funds to support the Kaho‘olawe Island Reserve Commission.
Rep. Ing Introduces Rent Control Bill
A measure introduced by State Representative Kaniela Ing of Maui for a “rent control” pilot project will be heard in committee tomorrow.
339 Acres of Former HC&S Land Sold in Pāʻia
A California company has purchased 339 acres of former Hawaiian Commercial and Sugar Company land in Pāʻia for an estimated $9.9 million, according to Maui Property Tax records.
Visitor Airlifted from “Olivine Pools” on Maui
West Maui fire crews airlifted a 65-year-old male visitor from Ontario, Canada, after he was injured in a fall at the “Olivine Pools” in Kahakuloa and was unable to walk.
Sugimura Launches Talk Story at Upcountry Farmers Market
Councilmember Yuki Lei Sugimura today announced the launch of Talk Story with Yuki, a monthly outreach program to engage the community on county issues…
Maui Crime, Jan. 29-Feb. 4: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 18 burglaries, 18 vehicle thefts and 19 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Jan. 29 and Feb. 4, 2017.
Hawaiʻi Case Stayed as Nationwide Order Blocking Immigration Ban Remains
Today’s order from Judge Watson stays the Hawaiʻi lawsuit so long as the Washington nationwide injunction remains in place.
Brush Fire Chars 5 Acres in East Maui
On Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, Engine 2 from Paia and Tanker 10 from Kahului responded to a brush fire in East Maui near milepost 11 of Hana Highway 360, after passing motorists called it in at 5:09 p.m.
Maui HS Earns Top 4 Spot in 24th Hawai‘i Science Bowl
Fourth place Maui High School secured a $200 cash award for their science department.
Maui Featured on TripAdvisor List of Most Romantic Places
Maui is featured among a list of the most romantic getaways for Valentines Day in 2017, compiled by TripAdvisor Vacation Rentals.
Grass Fire Fanned by Kona Winds Burns Half Acre in Kula
A brush fire in Kula burned about a half-acre of grass on Sunday before it was brought under control.
All-Night Talk-A-Thon Planned to Oppose Education Secretary Nomination
US Sen. Brian Schatz is among a list of senators who will participate in an all-night talk-a-thon to oppose Betsy DeVos’ nomination for Secretary of Education.
Maui “ThrowDown Thursday” Rallies Spinoff of Women’s March
Organizers of the Women’s March on Maui continue their efforts to engage the public with “ThrowDown” Thursday Rallies in February.
Realtors Association of Maui Gifts 60 ʻUkuleles to Boys & Girls Club
Members of the Realtors Association of Maui gifted 60 newly purchased ʻukuleles to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui as part of a yearlong ʻukulele drive.
Humpback Whale Sanctuary Seeks Advisory Council Applicants
Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary is seeking to fill five primary and two alternate seats on its advisory council.
UPDATE: Haʻikū Home Fire Causes $130,000 in Damages
Maui fire crews are responding to a structure fire near the 1000 block of Haʻikū Road on Aoku Place. The incident was reported at around 6:31 a.m. on Feb. 6.
Wailuku Structure Fire Displaces Family of Eight
Eight family members – two adults and six children were displaced after their home was destroyed in a fire Sunday afternoon.
Maui Weekly Obituary Notices: Feb. 5, 2017
May they rest in peace.
Maui Obituaries for the Week of Feb. 5, 2017
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Plan Your Route: Maui Lane Closures Feb. 4 – 10
On the roadways, there are several lane closures in effect on Maui County roadways due to maintenance and repairs being conducted by the state Department of Transportation.
Visitor Caught in Rip Current Rescued at Nāpili Bay
For the third time in two days, emergency crews rescued a swimmer caught in a strong rip current at Nāpili Bay. A 70-year-old Iowa man was rescued on Thursday.
