Maui News
Traffic Advisory: Haleakalā Hwy Accident, Expect Delays
Traffic is slow along the Haleakalā Hwy at the “Y” due to a motor vehicle accident reported just before 5:30 a.m.
County Manager Governance Details Narrowed, Committee to Reconvene
The County Committee on Public and Intergovernmental Affairs will reconvene on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber to further discuss a county manager form of government instead of one run by a mayor.
Four Seasons Resort Maui Hosts 26th Day of Hope, Nov. 14
The Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea hosts its 26th Annual Day of Hope fundraiser Run/Walk on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015, with proceeds to benefit the American Cancer Society, Pacific Cancer Foundation, and Kapiolani Medical Center.
Endangered Hawaiian Petrels Translocated to Kīlauea Point
A historic project more than 30 years in the making took place on Kauaʻi’s north shore on Monday when 10 endangered Hawaiian Petrel chicks were flown by helicopter from their nesting area to a new colony protected by a predator-proof fence at Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge.
12th Annual Arbor Day 1,000 Hawaiian Tree Giveaway
Free trees available include: ‘a‘ali’i, ‘ānapanapa, hala, hame, hao, hau hele, kamani, koa, koki‘o ‘ula‘ula, kou, kukui, lama, māmaki, māmane, ma‘o, milo, naio, nānū, noni, ‘ōhai,’ōhi’a ‘ai, ‘ōhi‘a lehua, pōhinahina, and wauke.
Kahului Man Dies in Morning Pedestrian Accident
A Kahului man suffered fatal injuries when he was struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross West Papa Avenue, police said.
Nāpili Man Suffers Fatal Injuries in Jeep Crash at Honolua
A Nāpili man suffered fatal injuries in a Jeep crash on the Honoapiʻilani Highway on Monday night.
Maui’s Ian Walsh Wins HIC Pro Surf Contest
Surfer Ian Walsh from Maui won the 2015 HIC Pro, presented by Vans, exactly ten years after his maiden victory. Fellow Maui surfer Billy Kemper took 2nd place, Kaito Kino from Oʻahu placed 3rd and Jack Robinson from Australia landed in 4th.
Maui Businesses Paint Hawaiʻi Purple for American Cancer Society
More than 20 local businesses across the state have joined the Paint Hawaiʻi Purple campaign by making a commitment to donate a portion of sales during the week of Nov. 8-13, 2015 toward the American Cancer Society.
Maui Non-Profit Director’s Issue 2015 Awards
The Maui Non-Profit Directors Association selected winners of its annual Legislative Pau Hana awards event held on Thursday, Oct. 29, at the Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center.
1,700 Attend 42nd Annual Maui Senior Fair
An estimated 1,700 individuals participated in the 42nd Annual Maui County Senior Fair held Halloween morning at the War Memorial Gym in Wailuku.
Middaugh, Duffy win XTERRA World Championship
Josiah Middaugh, 37, of Eagle-Vail, Colorado won the men’s title at the 20th anniversary edition of the XTERRA World Championship held in Kapalua over the weekend. It was his first world title after 15 attempts. He finished in 2 hours 35 minutes and 32 seconds. “A couple years ago I knew I had to win […]
Siren and Emergency Alert System Test, Nov. 2
The Hawaii Emergency Management Agency monthly test of the statewide outdoor siren warning system is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. today.
3 Arrests, 6 Traffic Citations at 2015 Halloween in Lahaina Event
There were a total of three arrests and six traffic citations issued during the 2015 Halloween in Lahaina event on Front Street on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015. Police estimate a crowd of between 20,000 and 25,000 people attended the annual event, down from the 28,000 estimate in 2014.
UPDATE: Coast Guard Suspends Search for Kayak Found Adrift off Kahakuloa
The Coast Guard is seeking the public’s help in identifying the owner of a kayak adrift one mile offshore Kahakuloa, Maui, on Friday, Oct. 30, 2015.
Kahului Airport Parking Fee to Increase on Dec. 1
State airports in Hawaiʻi will implement a fee increase for parking at six facilities on Dec. 1, 2015, including at Kahului and Kapalua Airports on Maui. Parking on Maui will go from $13 to $15 a day. Parking at Honolulu International Airport will go from $15 to $18 daily.
Baldwin Beach Park to Reopen Saturday Morning
Baldwin Beach Park will reopen on Saturday morning, Oct. 31, 2015, following high surf conditions that flooded the park on Wednesday. The extensive cleanup will conclude this afternoon.
Kids at Kahului Schools Reminded to Practice “Stranger Danger”
Children attending at least two Central Maui schools were sent home with safety reminders following a report from a concerned neighbor who reportedly observed a child being followed by a man while walking to Kahului Elementary School on Thursday morning. In a letter to parents, one principal referenced the incident saying the neighbor intervened, took […]
Senators Make Site Visit to Kaho’olawe Commission’s Kīhei Property
KIRC staff provided lawmakers with an update on the current status of the Reserve as it operates at one-third of its budget, compared to the previous fiscal year.
Maui Crime Log Oct. 18–24: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 13 burglaries, 22 vehicle break-ins and 13 vehicle thefts in Maui County over the seven-day period between Sunday, Oct. 18, and Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015.
