Maui News
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.
Weather Check Update: Maui Flood Advisory Cancelled
While radar and rain gauges show that heavy rains have ended, the public should remain cautious and alert for any possible flooding conditions.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawaiʻi After Large Peru Quake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi following a preliminary magnitude 6.9 (7.5M according to preliminary data released by the USGS) earthquake reported at 12:46 p.m. HST on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015 in the border region of Peru and Brazil.
Waiʻale Project Surfaces for Review by Maui Planning Commission
The Maui Planning Commission today (Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015), will consider a change in zoning and community plan amendment for a portion of the proposed Waiʻale master planned residential community in Waikapū.
UH Confirms TMT Project Is Last of its Telescope Sites On Mauna Kea
The Thirty Meter Telescope or TMT project site is the last new area on the mountain where a telescope project will be contemplated or sought by the University, UH officials said.
Annual Closure Of ‘Ama‘Ama Season: Dec. 1 – March 31
The season for ‘ama‘ama or striped mullet will be closed from Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2015, through Thursday, March 31, 2016.
Wailuku Man Dies in Stabbing Incident, Arrest Made
Taliah Nelson, 32, of Wailuku, has been charged with allegations of second degree murder and she was being held in lieu of $1,000,000 bail.
Servco Subaru Maui Hosts “Share the Love” Pet Supplies Drive
Servco Subaru Maui, in conjunction with its “Share the Love” campaign, is conducting a pet supplies drive for Maui Humane Society throughout the month of December.
2,160 Gallons of Wastewater Overflows in Waiehu
The overflow was caused by a sewer main line blockage of debris from a heavy rain event leading into the pump station.
Miss Maui Teen Becomes 1st to Win Miss Hawaiʻi Teen USA Title
For the first time ever Miss Maui teen has won the Miss Hawaii Teen USA 2016 title. Joahnnalee Ucol now advances to compete in the Miss Teen USA scholarship pageant in the Bahamas this summer.
Naʻi Aupuni: 8 Days Left to Vote in Native Hawaiian Election
The deadline for votes to be received by traditional mail or online is Nov. 30, 2015. The results of the election of ‘Aha delegates will be announced publicly on Dec. 1, 2015.
VIDEO: Volunteers Sought to Complete Lei for Paris
By Sunday night, about a half mile of ti-leaf lei had been completed. The public is invited to help fish the lei by participating in the project at Nalu’s South Shore Grill in Kīhei. Organizers say they will be at the location all-day today until the lei is complete.
Maui Group Gathers to Make Mile Long Lei for Paris
Organizers say the lei will be sent to Paris “to remind the world of the existence and power of kindness, love and ALOHA – and to stand as a bright light to overpower the negativity in the world today.”
Hāna Fire Crews Rescue Visitor at Hāmoa During Training
The 34-year-old man visiting from Salt Lake City, Utah, was body boarding with two other friends when he was caught by the rip current.
Found: Maui Police Seek Help in Locating Kihei Woman
UPDATE: On 11/21/15 at about 3:26 p.m., Patricia “Trish” Mason turned herself into the Kihei Police Station. She was found to be in good health.
Pastor and Maui Settle 1st Amendment Lawsuit, County Responds
A settlement was reached between the County of Maui and a pastor in a 1st Amendment lawsuit stemming from a complaint that Pastor Strat Goodhue and his wife Doreen were handing out literature on the sidewalk just outside of the main entrance of the Maui Fair.
Maui Mom-and-Pop Store, Pukalani Superette Celebrates 60 Years
One of Maui’s oldest mom-and-pop stores, Pukalani Superette, celebrated 60 years in business at its current location on Makawao Avenue.
Weekend Burglary at Lawn Equipment Under Investigation
The burglar(s) gained access by smashing through the front glass doors with a sedan type vehicle.
Maui Man Sought for Questioning in Walmart Robbery
The Maui Police Department and CrimeStoppers are asking for the public’s help in locating Kaulana Reinhardt for questioning in last night’s robbery at the Walmart store in Kahului. Authorities say Reinhardt has been on the run since last month, as he is also wanted for an outstanding case involving alleged physical abuse and terroristic threatening.
Suspect with Brass Knuckles Sought in Kahului Robbery
Maui police are searching for a suspect involved in a disorderly conduct report at the Panda Express in Kahului, and a robbery of an individual at the nearby Walmart store.
