Maui News
Mokulele Airlines Offers Cyber Birthday Fares Starting at $25
Mokulele Airlines is offering Cyber Monday deals to commemorate their fourth year of operation since purchasing the company. “This is the biggest fare sale in the history of Mokulele Airlines,” said President and CEO Ron Hansen in a press release announcement. “Starting Monday at 8 a.m., we will offer fares as low as $25 that […]
UPDATE: Missing Lahaina Woman Located
Margarita Dumot is described as a 75 year old, Filipino female, standing 4’9” tall, weighing 93 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.
Waiehu Man Arrested After Police Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle
Police alledge that Reinhardt struck a Lahaina Police Officer’s vehicle and fled towards the Honoapiʻilani “Pali” Tunnel.
Maui Now ‘Ohana: Cut Down Your Own Maui Christmas Tree
Want to start a new family tradition? Get a Christmas Tree grown right here on Maui! Kula Botanical Gardens has a large selection OR you could cut down your own…
Standup Paddle Boarders Rescued in South Maui
After failing to make headway against the trades gusting upwards of 25 mph, the couple sought refuge by climbing aboard a vessel moored 500 yards offshore.
“Meet-and-Greet” with Kanahā Park Rangers on Monday
The public is invited to learn about the focus and priorities for the park. A separate visioning workshop will allow the public to share ideas and feedback for consideration in the development of a proposed Master Plan.
Hoʻokipa Pavilions, Keōkea Community Center to Close Monday
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation announced that the Hoʻokipa Beach Park pavilions and the Keōkea Park Community Center will close on Monday, Nov. 30, 2015 for roof replacement.
Standup Paddle Boarder Rescued at Honokowai
At 10:33 a.m. Saturday morning, firefighters and ocean safety personnel responded to two standup paddle boarders in distress offshore of Kaanapali Shores Place, in West Maui.
10 Acres Scorched in Olowalu Brush Fire
At 4:53 p.m., Lahaina firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke higher up in the Olowalu Valley.
Maui Bicycling League to Hold Sentencing Hearing Ride
The purpose of the ride is to advocate for justice in the sentencing of Michael Cattaneo, a driver charged with first-degree negligent homicide in the death of 61-year-old cyclist Karl Hagen.
Paddle for Hunger Raises $4,300 for Maui Food Bank
The event is described today as a “for-fun, anything that floats, jungle rules race,” where everyone is a winner, including the Maui Food Bank.
Post-Turkey Shopping at the Queen Ka’ahumanu Center
Planning a post-turkey outing? Several stores will be open today during Thanksgiving, on Thursday, Nov. 26, 2015, at Queen Ka’ahumanu Center.
Lei for Paris Complete, Blessing Held
Organizers for the Lei for Paris project completed a mile long lei on Tuesday afternoon following four days of weaving conducted by volunteers. A blessing ceremony was planned for Wednesday, and the lei will be shipped to Paris as a symbol of aloha, kindness and love. A small delegation of emerging youth leaders who departed […]
42nd Annual Nā Mele O Maui 2015 Results
Kamehameha Schools Maui ʻŌpio Division (Grades 9-12) took top honors at the 42nd Annual Nā Mele O Maui Song Competition held on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2015, at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
Pacific Whale Foundation “Welcomes Home the Whales” with Ecotours
Each year, the PWF honors the return of the humpback whales to Maui with the two-hour ecotours led by members of their research team.
64-year-old Laysan Albatross Returns, Spotted With Mate
“In the face of dramatic seabird population decreases worldwide –70% drop since the 1950’s when Wisdom was first banded–Wisdom has become a symbol of hope and inspiration,” said Refuge Manager, Dan Clark.
Victorino Urges Competitive Interisland Airfares
“The lack of competition has resulted in airfare prices that are cost prohibitive to many people who wish to travel interisland.” – Councilmember Michael Victorino
Eight New Cases: Dengue Fever Count Rises to 101
The total count is now 101, which includes 88 Hawaiʻi residents and 13 visitors. Of the confirmed cases, 78 have been adults and 23 have been children under the age of 18.
Brown Water Advisory: Honokahua, Honolua and Kahana
The state Department of Health Clean Water Branch issued a Brown Water Advisories today for both Kahana, Honokahua Bay and Honolua Bay, due to heavy rains.
Victorino Hosts 8th Annual Charity Golf Event, Dedicates Batting Cage
Two-time all-star and World Series champion, Shane Victorino hosted his eighth annual charity golf event over the weekend in South Maui.
