Maui News
2016 Maui Bon Dance Schedule
The Japanese Buddhist tradition of obon takes place on Maui beginning this weekend and continuing throughout the summer. The complete schedule is here.
Hazardous Beauty: Rugged Terrain Keeps Secluded Beaches Pristine
We recently flew with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters to get a bird’s eye view of our beautiful island of Maui. Today’s video explores some of Maui’s secluded beaches…
2016 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards: Winners List
“Aloha ‘Ia Nō ‘O Maui”, the second CD produced by UH Maui College’s Institute of Hawaiian Music, was honored on Saturday night with its very first Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award.
Rep. Gabbard Honors Fallen Warriors at Makawao Ceremony
This morning on Maui at Makawao Veterans Cemetery, Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) delivered remarks to honor America’s fallen heroes at an emotional observance of Memorial Day hosted by the Maui Veterans Council.
Maui Woman Survives 60 Foot Fall From Nākālele Cliff
It’s believed that the victim fell from about 60 feet and landed on the rocky coastline at the water’s edge between the Nākālele blowhole and the Olivine Pools.
Flags to be Lowered for Memorial Day 2016
Ige: We especially remember the 12 Marines who were lost over the waters of the North Shore during a training exercise in January.
Vehicle Plunges 200 Feet Over Hāna Hwy in Deadly Accident
Two females were found in the vehicle. One was deceased and the other was in critical condition.
Vehicle Fire Causes 1 Acre Brush Fire in Kihei
Kihei firefighters arrived at the end of Kaiwahine Street at 3:10 a.m. and found a vehicle and brush on fire in an open field south of Hale Piilani Park.
Maui Lane Closures May 28 to June 3
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting a number of road projects on Maui during the week starting May 28, 2016, and ending June 3, 2016.
Maui Unites to String Leis for Memorial Day
Organizers set a goal of making more than 2,700 lei, which will be placed on veterans’ graves on Memorial Day at Maui Veterans Cemetery in Makawao.
The Maui Uber Experience
On average, an UberX ride is 64% or $26.50 cheaper than the average taxi service on Maui.
Maui Man Among Soldiers in Fight Against Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death
Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death kills one of the most important native trees. Failing to follow the simple recommendations could make you responsible for spreading it.
Missing: Maui Man Last Seen 2 Weeks Ago
Hampton Alexander Ceron, 30, was last seen on May 11. Police say he is possibly in the company of his service dog and operating a red colored Jeep Wrangler.
$11.7M Earmarked for Maui Space Surveillance System
Funds also support the Department of Defense’s Regional Supercomputers, including the Maui High Performance Computing Center.
Hurricane Forecast Calls for 4-7 Tropical Cyclones in 2016
Forecasters are predicting a 40 percent chance of a normal or above-normal hurricane season this year in the Central Pacific.
Maui Police Warn of IRS Phone Scam
The potential victims are instructed to go to the bank and withdraw a large sum of money. One resident reported that the caller said he would then go to the house to collect the money.
Kiawe Removed at ʻĀhihi-Kīna‘u on Maui
First brought to the islands by sailors in 1828, kiawe competes for space with a one-two punch. The trees are being removed from the south shore at Ahihi Kinau
7 Maui Students Honored in Environmental Writing
They were among a list of 25 middle school students in the state who will have their poems and short stories published as part of an anthology to be distributed to schools and libraries across all islands.
Women Helping Women Forum and Candlelight Vigil
The vigil will honor Maui’s most recent victim, Leticia Basuel. Candles will also be lit for Kehau Farias, Aracely Hoffman, Clara Hoffman and John Hoffman, Jr.
Record Rainfall for Kahului Today
The National Weather Service issued a “record event” report for rainfall today. The last record was set in 1969. The new record is more than 10 times that…
