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Maui Weekly Obituary Notices: Dec. 4, 2016
May they rest in peace.
Maui Obituaries for the week of Dec. 4, 2016.
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Near Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash in Kīhei
A 34 year-old male from Kihei was riding his black Sym moped traveling north-bound on the south-bound shoulder of South Kihei Road when the moped collided into the curb.
Maui Crime Rate Leads State, Arson Skyrockets by 86.4%
Maui County’s crime rates increased for six of the ten Index Crime offenses, with a notable increase of 86.4% for arson.
Only 9% of Sex Assault Evidence Kits on Maui Tested
According to the document only 15 of the 166 kits filed on Maui, or 9%, were tested since the department began using the kits in 1999.
Capobianco Trial: Rebuttal Concludes, Deliberations Commence
The prosecution wrapped up its rebuttal argument on Thursday morning in the Steven Capobianco murder trail, and the deliberation stage of the trail has now commenced.
Maui Electric Aerial Inspections: Dec. 6, 14, 15
Maui Electric Company will be using a helicopter to perform routine power line inspections throughout Maui County on Dec. 6, Dec. 14, and Dec. 15.
Opening Blessing for Hospice Maui Hale
Hospice Maui celebrated the opening of its Hospice Hale on Thursday. The new facility is located next to its current office on Mahalani Street in Wailuku and was constructed to broaden its ability to serve more people.
Register by Saturday to Avoid False Alarm Reduction Program Fines
Maui police issued a reminder today that all Maui County residents and businesses with an existing alarm must register by Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016 to avoid a fine.
East Maui Traffic Advisory: Treacherous Roads
Inclement weather conditions in the East Maui area of Hāna have made roadways treacherous and impassable in certain areas. Police say Kapia Road and ʻUlaino Road have been affected by flooding.
Honoapiʻilani Now OPEN, Olowalu Accident Cleared
UPDATE: 3:07 p.m. 12.01.16, Lahaina bound traffic is backed up to the Kūihelani Hwy intersection all the way to the earlier accident that has since been cleared at Olowalu. While the area is now clear, motorists tell Maui Now that traffic headed into Lahaina is very heavy. Wailuku-bound traffic meantime is moving at this time.
Gabbard Urges President to Halt Dakota Access Pipeline
In a speech on the House floor Thursday, Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard urged President Obama to immediately halt construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline
Capobianco Defense Closing Arguments: “Facebook-ed Into Believing”
The Defense presented its closing arguments on Wednesday in the ongoing murder trial of Steven Capobianco.
Haleakalā National Park Celebrates Beginning of Makahiki
Haleakalā National Park will offer special programs and activities to celebrate the beginning of the Makahiki season on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 3 and 4, 2016
First Day of Service for New Expedition Six Lānaʻi Ferry
Expeditions, known for its ferry service between Maui and Lānaʻi, launched service aboard its newest vessel today, the Expedition Six.
Recruitment Opens for MCCC Corrections Officers
The Department of Public Safety is opening recruitment for anyone interested in becoming a correctional officer at the Maui Community Correctional Center in Wailuku.
Women Helping Women’s New Lānaʻi Shelter Receives Support
The new Women Helping Women’s emergency domestic violence shelter on Lānaʻi will receive support from volunteers during a service project this weekend.
Poʻokela Center on Maui to Serve Kids with Developmental Disabilities
After a year of planning, the Baldwin-Kekaulike-Maui Complex will celebrate the opening of Poʻokela Maui on Friday, Dec. 2, 2016.
Prosecution Closing Statements: Capobianco had Motive, Opportunity and Intent
During his closing argument, Rivera noted that there wasn’t much physical evidence that was left of Scott, but asked jurors to look at the inconsistencies in Capobianco’s account and consider the forensic evidence that exists.
Arrest Made in Fatal Kahului Hit-And-Run Crash
Maui police have made an arrest in connection to a hit-and-run crash on Friday night that resulted in the death of a 30-year old Maui woman…
Snowfall Experience at Maui’s Queen Ka’ahumanu Center
“Let it Snow!” is a snowfall experience occurring on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from Dec. 1 through Christmas Eve as part of the Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center’s “Let’s Celebrate the Holidays Together” yuletide program.
