Maui News
Senators Reaffirm Commitment to Address State’s Problems
Senate President Ronald Kouchi pressed his colleagues to work towards building our economy and creating educational opportunities for the youth in Hawai‘i.
Maui Crime, Jan. 8-14: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 21 burglaries, 16 vehicle thefts and 18 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Jan. 8-14, 2017.
Medical Aid in Dying Attracts Legislative Attention
House Speaker Joseph M. Souki today announced support of Medical Aid in Dying in Hawaiʻi, and declared his intent to introduce a bill this Legislative session..
Maui Police Department Offers 2017 CSI Camp
The Maui Police Department’s CSI camp is a Crime Scene Investigation experience created for high school juniors and seniors, and is limited to 12 students.
Speaker Souki Calls for Support of Rail, Traffic Mitigation, Jail Reform
In his speech, Souki also supported making needed changes to our public education system and completing the privatization of Maui’s public hospitals.
Council Completes Selection of Committee and Members
After a combined 8 hours of testimony and deliberations on Monday, the Maui County Council reached a unanimous decision on committee organization and membership
Ball Python Turned in Under Amnesty Program
A 4.5 foot, 4.5 pound ball python snake was turned in on Friday, Jan. 13, 2017 to the Hawaiian Humane Society on Oʻahu.
KS Maui Students Provide ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi Labels at Pukalani Superette
Students from Kamehameha Schools Maui campus have provided Hawaiian translation labels for everyday grocery products at Pukalani Superette.
Maui Police Emergency Exercise at Kīhei Charter School, Jan. 18
The exercise will be conducted on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017, at Kīhei Charter School located at 41 East Līpoa Street from approximately 1 p.m. until 3 p.m.
Waterline Repair on Honokalani Road in Hāna, Jan. 19
The Maui Department of Water Supply will be repairing a waterline on Honokalani Road in Hāna—the road that leads to Waiʻānapanapa State Park–on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017, from 8 a.m. to approximately 12 p.m.
Maui Soda & Ice Works and Roselani Ice Cream Begin 2017 on High Note
Maui Soda & Ice Works executives say the 2017 forecast looks bright for the family-owned company, which this year marks its 129th year of doing business on Maui
Maui Crime, Jan. 1-7: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 25 burglaries, 23 vehicle thefts and 42 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Jan. 1-7, 2017.
Fishermen Safe After Boat Runs Aground off Lānaʻi
Firefighters found a motor boat stuck on the reef about 100 yards off Lanai. The boat drifted onto the reef while two men aboard were addressing seawater rising in the hull…
Scientists Take Action to Reverse Coral Reef Declines on Maui
In the last 20 years, 25% of Maui’s surveyed coral reefs have died and 50% are declining in health, according to the nonprofit Maui Nui Marine Resource Council. The organization is continuing efforts to reverse this trend…
Police Investigation Underway on Amala Pl Near Wastewater Facility
Due to an in going police investigation, Amala Place at the reclamation plant is closed in both directions until further notice.
Kurt Suzuki Returns to Maui for Clinic and 3rd Annual Fundraiser
An estimated 150 youth participated in the 2017 All Pono Clinic hosted by Major League Baseball All-Star Kurt Suzuki of Maui over the weekend.
Kaiser on Maui Volunteers for Annual Day of Service
More than 150 volunteer physicians, staff, and family members continued a 12-year tradition of giving back on Martin Luther King Jr. Day by participating in the Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi Annual Day of Service on Maui.
Special Council Meeting on Committee Structure, Sizes, Members
A special Maui County Council meeting will be held this afternoon as members seek to solidify standing committees, define duties and appoint membership.
Sen. Baker & Rep. McKelvey Host Talk Story Jan. 16
Senator Rosalyn Baker and Rep. McKelvey will hold a Legislative Town Hall Meeting on Jan. 16, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the West Maui Senior Center in Lahaina.
Plan Your Route: Maui Lane Closures Jan. 14-20
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting a number of road projects on Maui during the period ending Friday, Jan. 20, 2017.
