Maui News
CARE Act Clears Key Senate Committees
While the bill passed key committees without some clarifying amendments advocates had asked for, supporters say they approach crossover with viable bills in both the Senate and House.
House Advances Bill in Support of Maui Sugar Workers
Among the bills passing third reading by the full House was a measure that provides assistance to dislocated sugar workers from Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar Company on Maui.
Department of Health Launches New “Every Seat Every Time” Message
Although Hawaiʻi has one of the highest overall seatbelt usage rates in the nation at 93%, only 73% of back seat passengers were observed wearing their seat belts.
HI-5 Recycling Redemption Center on Lānaʻi Re-Opens
The previous contract with Maui Disposal to operate the redemption center ended on Dec. 31, 2015. The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health recently awarded a new contract to Maui Disposal, who was the sole bidder, to provide redemption services beginning on March 1, 2016.
Thieves Sought in Overnight Burglary at Kīhei Batting Cages
“The horrible thing for me as a struggling small business owner is the deductible is about 10% of our monthly income. For a small business not breaking even that makes it even worse,” he said.
UPDATE: Pukalani Shooting Classified as Miscellaneous Accident
Maui police are investigating an apparent shooting incident at a Pukalani residence reported on Wednesday afternoon, March 2, 2016.
29th Annual Hoʻomau Concert to Benefit Hawaiian Immersion Preschool
The 29th Annual Hoʻomau Concert takes place on Saturday, March 19, 2016 from 9 a.m. to sunset at the Maui Nui Botanical Gardens in Kahului.
Maui Humane Society Seeks Volunteers for Spay/Neuter Clinic
The Maui Humane Society is seeking volunteers to assist at its upcoming Mobile Animal Surgical Hospital spay and neuter clinic for dogs, scheduled to take place Tuesday, March 8 to Saturday, March 12, 2016.
Fire Burns 2 Acres of Brush in Lahaina
A brush fire in Lahaina burned roughly two acres of land in an open field frequently used by the homeless community for encampments.
Maui Now Pays it Forward in Celebration of 100,000 FB Fans
In celebration of Maui Now reaching 100,000 FB fans, we decided to share our appreciation within the Maui community by paying it forward to customers at some of our favorite island shops.
Public Meetings of Maui Island Water Use and Development Plan Scheduled
The public is invited to participate in a series of upcoming meetings on water issues and solutions planned in various locations between March 10 and April 19, 2016.
Maui Police Promote Dods to Captain, Commander of Molokaʻi Patrol
The Maui Police Department announced the promotion of Richard Dods Jr. to the rank of Captain, effective March 1, 2016.
Honoapiʻilani Accident Near McGregor Point
Both lanes of the Honoapiʻilani Highway (30) are now OPEN. Please drive carefully and expect delays as traffic resumes its normal flow.
Maui Police Chief Gets High Marks on Annual Evaluation
The Maui Police Commission concluded its annual review and evaluation of Maui Police Chief Tivoli Faaumu, saying he received “high marks” in all categories.
Maui Parks Survey to Assess Community Needs
The surveys will be used to create action plans in each geographic park region to assist in the prioritization of capital improvement projects…
Male Victim Rescued in Wailea Ekolu Structure Fire
The 56-year-old male victim was revived by firefighters and paramedics at the scene. The man was transported to Maui Memorial Medical Center in critical condition, but has since been upgraded to stable condition.
Hōkūle‘a Reaches the US Virgin Islands in the Caribbean
The arrival marks the canoe’s first landing in a US territory since Hokulea visited Pago Pago in American Samoa in October 2014.
Ka Hale A Ke Ola Welcomes Yamashita as New Executive Director
Yamashita brings more than 10 years of nonprofit experience to the organization, most recently serving as the deputy director of Women Helping Women Maui.
Stepping into Support at Island Feet
Island Feet in Kahului features running shoes, sandals and slippers, with alignment and arch support in mind, and offers custom orthotic shoe supports.
Hana Man Arrested for Allegations of Meth Trafficking
On Monday, Feb. 29, 2016 at 3:25 p.m., officers from the Hana Patrol district arrested John Christopher NG (35) of Hana following a Grand Jury Indictment
