Maui News
Maui Crime, Oct. 30-Nov. 5: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 16 burglaries, 14 vehicle thefts and 30 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period between Oct. 30 and Nov. 5, 2016.
1,560 Gallons of Wastewater Overflows in Lahaina
The wastewater flowed from a manhole located at the intersection of Lahainaluna Road and Kalena Street, along Lahainaluna Road, into a storm drain on Pauoa Street.
Former Maui Corrections Officer Arrested on Warrant for Alleged Sex Assault
James Siugpiyemal, 43, of Maui was wanted by Maui Police and Maui Prosecutor’s pursuant to an arrest warrant for five counts of alleged sexual assault.
$7.2M Classroom Building and Outdoor Learning Area Proposed at Nāhiʻenaʻena
The Department of Education proposes to construct a two-story, eight classroom building and outdoor learning area at Princess Nāhiʻenaʻena Elementary School.
PLANETS Telescope Proposed at Haleakalā High Altitude Observatory Site
The University of Hawaiʻi, Institute for Astronomy is proposing to establish and operate the PLANETS telescope facility located within the Haleakalā High Altitude Observatory Site near the summit of Haleakalā.
Deadline is Today for Public Comment on Hāna Pier Removal
Public comment on plans to remove the deteriorated Hāna Pier in East Maui are being accepted through today for an environmental impact statement preparation notice filed by the state Department of Transportation.
Engineers to Assess Flood Damage from Kepaniwai to Flood Control at ʻĪao
This week on Wednesday, Nov. 9 and Thursday, Nov. 10, engineers and a GIS specialist will be assessing sites along the river bank to determine areas that qualify for their program.
Maui Weekly Obituary Notices: Nov. 6, 2016
May they rest in peace.
Maui Obituaries for the week of Nov. 6, 2016.
Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries
Maui’s Largest Product Show Attracts New Vendors
The “Big Festival Day” will be open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. TODAY. Public admission is $5 at the gate, children 12 and under are free. Festivities include product demonstrations, a fashion show, food trucks, and prize drawings. The first 2,000 attendees will also receive a free Festival tote bag.
Wells Park Master Planning Process Begins
Community members on Maui are invited to an open house event to kick-off the master planning process for Wells Park in Wailuku.
Maui County Financial Data More Accessible Through Web Portal
“The added layer of transparency strives to increase constituent trust, and drive accountability within local government.” said Budget Director and project lead, Sandy Baz.
Missing Maui Man Last Seen Thursday
George William Snipes, 59, goes by the name “Bill” and is described as 6’1” tall and weighs approximately 175 pounds. He is possibly operating his silver Toyota Tacoma 4-door pick-up truck, Hawaiʻi State license plate MMT966.
Access to Waiʻānapanapa Black Sand Beach Closed for 3 Weeks
Access to the Waiʻānapanapa State Park black sand beach and bay will be closed for about 3 weeks, beginning on Monday, Nov. 7, 2016, as a part of the DLNR Division of State Parks’ ongoing capital improvement project.
2 New Deputies Join State Sheriff Division on Maui
32 new deputies were added to the Sheriff Division during a ceremony today, including two who will be assigned to positions on Maui.
Preview Day: Maui’s Largest Products Show
The Mayor’s Office of Economic Development and the Maui Chamber of Commerce host the 3rd Annual Made in Maui County Festival, scheduled to take place TODAY AND TOMORROW at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului.
Maui Committee OKs Bill for Affordable ʻOhana Units
The affordable accessory dwelling bill, which would permit ʻohana units on certain smaller lots, gained unanimous committee support and now heads to the full council for first reading.
Maui Sugar: End of an Era – Part 2
HC&S General Manager, Rick Volner tells Maui Now that the company had a couple of major goals that they set out at the beginning of the year. “One was obviously finishing this last year and getting the sugar production and the crop through.”
Kamehameha Preschool, Pauahi Keiki Scholar Applications Available for 2017-18
The Kamehameha Schools preschool and Pauahi Keiki Scholars scholarship applications for the 2017-18 school year are now available online.
Kula Hospital Awarded for 100 Years of Weather Data
The data helps provide a good record of climate changes at Kula Hospital and nearby areas. It is also used to determine trends in global climate conditions.
3-Day Window Now Open for Rent Subsidy Wait List
The Hawaiʻi Public Housing Authority in accordance with Hawaiʻi Administrative Rules, will temporarily reopen the waiting list for the State Rent Supplement Program, from today through Saturday.
