Maui News
High Surf Advisory Issued for Maui, Moloka‘i
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for the east-facing shores of Maui and Moloka‘i, in effect until 6 p.m. Sunday.
UPDATE: Shark Warning Lifted for North Shore
Shortly after 5 p.m. today, Maui Police Department notified DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement of a shark bite at Ho‘okipa Beach Park.
Plan Your Route: Maui Lane Closures Oct. 22–28
Temporary road and lane closures for Saturday, Oct. 22, through Friday, Oct. 28, 2016…
Chef Sheldon Simeon Returns to Compete on “Top Chef”
Malika Dudley caught up with Chef Sheldon Simeon who opened his mom and pop eatery, Tin Roof, in Kahului earlier this year. The former “Top Chef” finalist was recently asked to return to the show as a “fan favorite.”
NWS Extends Wind Advisory Through Saturday
The National Weather Service has extended a Wind Advisory for the Maui, Lana‘i and Kaho‘olawe until 9: p.m. Saturday.
County Issues ‘Situational Update’ Regarding Meetings, Weather
The County of Maui has issued a situational update on Friday, Oct. 21, 2016, regarding this weekend’s weather forecast.
Lahaina & Kula Trash Routes Missed
Due to manpower issues and mechanical problems, the refuse routes are down in parts of Lahaina and Kula.
Gates to Close to Deter Golf Course Thefts
The County of Maui Department of Parks & Recreation will lock the gates at the entrance of Waiehu Golf Course beginning on Nov. 1, 2016.
DMVL Closed for Staff Training Today
All DMVL offices will resume regular customer service hours on Monday, Oct. 24.
Volcano Update: Amber Waves of … Pele’s Hair?
Drifts of Pele’s hair can survive for years and even decades, but, once the eruption has ended, wind will strip the hair from most surfaces.
PWF Spots its First Whale of the Season
Pacific Whale Foundation spotted their first whale of the season today, Oct. 20, 2016, off the coast of Lahaina in West Maui. A captain aboard the Ocean Discovery confirmed the sighting after being alerted to the possible sighting by crew aboard the Queen’s Treasure.
Wet Season Rainfall Outlook for State of Hawaiʻi
NOAA reports that Hawaiʻi is coming off of the second wettest dry season in the last 30 years, based on rankings from eight key sites.
Drop Off for Old and Expired Medication, Oct. 22
The public is encouraged to bring in expired or unused prescription medication to the collection sites. This service is free and anonymous – no questions asked.
Investigative Report on Maui Housing Inventory Includes “Tiny Home” Options
A temporary investigative group filed a report with the Planning Committee focused on increasing the County’s housing inventory.
Lawmakers Discuss Conditions of Foreign Labor at Honolulu Harbor
The meeting comes in light of recent reports by the Associated Press of alleged unacceptable living and working conditions for foreign labor workers on commercial fishing vessels docked at Honolulu Harbor.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Maui Selects 2016 Bigs of the Year
Four awardees were recognized at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Maui for consistency and length of commitment as mentors.
County to Restrict Overnight Access to Kanahā Park Starting Nov. 1
Newly installed gates on the west side of the park on Amala Place, and at Kaʻa Street, will be locked overnight. This means that all vehicles must be removed from the park before closing, otherwise vehicles will be towed.
Blessing of New Vessel – Expeditions Six
The new Expedition Six has a carrying capacity of 149 passengers. That four times the capacity of the company’s first 38-foot mono-hull vessel that began transporting passengers to and from Lānaʻi in 1989.
Makawao Woman Indicted for Alleged Wire Fraud Against Maui Surfer
A Makawao woman was indited on 13 counts of wire fraud last week in connection with her work as a bookkeeper for Maui professional surfer, Clay Marzo and his mother.
Maui Hospital Seeks $5.65 M to Mitigate Issues Related to Delay
Maui hospital executives requested up to $5.65 million as they deal with a one year transition delay of Hawaiʻi Health Systems Maui Region hospitals to Maui Health System, LLC, a Kaiser Permanente affiliated hospital system.
