Maui News
Missing Person: Man Reported Missing Since Dec. 11
Maui police say a 53-year-old man was reported missing by his wife since Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016.
Plan Your Route: Maui Lane Closures Dec. 17 – 23
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting a number of road projects on Maui during the period ending Friday, Dec. 23, 2016.
Candle Sparks Lānaʻi Home Fire
The 50 year-old Lānaʻi man who lived in the dwelling alone, said he had a candle burning in the bedroom and left the room for short time.
Hirono Announces $1.1 M for Hawaiʻi to Fight Zika
Senator Mazie Hirono announced that the Hawaiʻi Department of Health will receive $1.1 million in Centers for Disease Control funding to fight the Zika virus.
Emergency Water Source Set up in Wākiu, Hāna
Due to pumping issues, water customers in the Wākiu area, Hāna School, Hāna Medical Center, Waiʻānapanapa area, and ʻUakea Road will be provided drinking water from an emergency source beginning on Monday, Dec. 19, 2016, for a period of up to six months.
5,058 Lose Power: Outages Caused by Palm Fronds, Cable Fault
Maui Electric crews restored power to customers in Makawao and Napili after an interruption in electrical service for about 30 minutes in the two separate incidents on Friday, Dec. 16, 2016.
MISSING PERSON: Pāʻia Woman, Katherine Pagaduan
MISSING PERSON: Pāʻia Woman, Katherine Pagaduan
She is described as 65 years-old, about 5’6″ tall and 180 lbs. with blond hair and green eyes.
Last Load of Sugar Departs from Kahului Harbor
The final load of sugar from Maui went out of port at Kahului Harbor this morning. Blaring boat horns could be heard throughout central Maui as the departure marked the end of an era for sugar in the islands.
UPDATE: Repairs Underway to Fix Waterline Break on Kaʻahumanu Ave
Water work on Kaahumanu Avenue is anticipated to be completed at approximately 5:30 p.m. today (Friday, Dec. 16, 2016).
Maui New Year’s Eve Fireworks Information
The County of Maui’s, Department of Fire and Public Safety announces the sale of New Year’s Eve fireworks beginning on Monday, Dec. 26, 2016 and ending on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017 at 12:01 a.m.
Maui Police Begin Holiday Crackdown on Impaired Driving
The Maui Police Department’s Traffic Section will be cracking down on impaired driving as part of the annual holiday “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” nationwide campaign.
Maui Medical Cannabis Dispensary Located at Maui Lani
The company expects to sell cannabis and cannabis-derivative products approximately 112 days after it receives a “Notice to Proceed with Cultivation” from the Hawaiʻi State Department of Health.
Maui County Proposes Purchase of 8,764 Acres From Wailuku Water Co.
Maui County Mayor Alan Arakawa discussed the proposed purchase of property and infrastructure from Wailuku Water Company, LLC during a press conference this afternoon.
Capobianco Trial: Jury “Divided,” Deliberations Continue
The jury has decided to continue deliberations after receiving a communication from the court today asking if they are deadlocked or if more time would help them in coming to a decision.
Water Conservation Request Remains for Wākiu, Hāna
The Maui Department of Water Supply is continuing its effort toward resolving pumping issues in Wākiu, Hāna. Consumers in the following areas may experience low water pressure:
Maui’s 1st Annual Paddle For Keiki, Dec. 18
Hawaiian Paddle Sports and Street Bikers United will host the first Annual Paddle For Keiki event at the Kīhei Canoe Club on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016.
Concert Promoter Tom Moffatt Dies
As a promoter, Tom Moffatt presented live shows featuring a star-powered list of entertainers from Elvis Presley, the Rolling Stones, and The Who to Michael Jackson, Elton John and Bruno Mars.
Hawaii Pearl Harbor Survivor ‘Uncle Herb’ Dies, 99
“Uncle Herb” Weatherwax, one of a handful of remaining local Hawaiʻi Pearl Harbor military survivors, passed away Monday, Dec. 12, 2016. According to his daughter Carrie Weatherwax, “Papa was ready and it was a strong yet peaceful death. As with this “Greatest Generation,” Papa left this earth with dignity and grace.” Herb Weatherwax was a […]
Groundbreaking Held for New $7.8M Maui DLNR Annex
A groundbreaking ceremony was held Monday at the Maui Annex state building in Wailuku, as the state prepares way for demolition of the 57-year old building, and construction of a new $7.8 million building starting in early 2017.
Maui Elementary Students to Benefit from Book Trust Donation
Saltchuk, a family owned company and the parent company of Aloha Air Cargo, Hawaiʻi Petroleum, ʻOhana Fuels, Minit Stop, Young Brothers, and Foss Hawaiʻi has pledged $10,000 to Book Trust in support of Maui elementary school students.
