Maui News
Day 4: Search For Missing Mariner Suspended Off Lānaʻi
On its third day, the Maui Fire Department is continuing its search for a Molokaʻi fisherman missing since Thursday morning off the northwest coast of Lānaʻi.
Cause of Waiʻale Brush Fire Under Investigation
The fire was reported at around 1:45 p.m. and burned an estimated 50 by 100 foot area of brush on the mauka side of Waiʻale Road, just south of Kuikahi Drive before being extinguished at 3 p.m., authorities said.
Faulty Electrical Wiring Blamed for $20K Rock & Brews Fire
Faulty electrical wiring is to blame for an attic fire at the Rock & Brews Restaurant in Pāʻia that caused an estimated $20,000 in damage on Friday morning, April 24, 2015, fire officials said.
Cause of 5 Acre Puʻunēnē Brush Fire Under Investigation
The Maui Fire Department is investigating the cause of an unscheduled sugar cane fire that burned an estimated five acres off of the Mokulele Highway near Hawaiian Cement in Puʻunēnē.
Kahekili Hwy Closure for Road Repaving
The work will take place between the entrance to Camp Maluhia and Kaukini Loop starting Monday, April 27 and continuing on Tuesday, April 28, Thursday, April 30 and Friday, May 1, from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Maui Fire Department Announces 3 Promotions
Maui Fire Chief Jeffrey Murray today announced the promotions of two firefighters to the rank of captain and one member to the post of fire services officer. Those promoted include: Edward Taomoto to the rank of Fire Services Officer, Patrick Shipman to Captain; and Brad Ventura to Captain.
Maui Crime Log April 12–18: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 17 burglaries, 15 vehicle break-ins and six vehicle thefts in Maui County over the seven-day period between Sunday and Saturday, April 12 to 18, 2015.
Hawaiʻi Legislature Approves Raising Tobacco, E-Cig Purchase Age to 21
The bill, if signed into law, would make Hawaiʻi the first state in the nation to prohibit the sale of all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, to individuals under the age of 21, according to the Coalition for a Tobacco Free Hawaiʻi.
VIDEO: Grounded Vessel in Hāna Successfully Removed
The vessel, named Mokulele, was grounded after taking on water about 20 yards off-shore on April 10, 2015. DK Trucking pulled the vessel out of the area on Thursday, April 23, 2015.
Ho’olaule’a Tonight Honoring Iwi Kupuna at Maui Lani
An educational event on the status of native burials, particularly within the Maui Lani development, will take place this evening at Owa—the Maui Lani Shopping Center area. The Ua Noho Au Kupa Hoʻolauleʻa, honoring iwi kupuna (ancestors), is hosted by the group Hui Pono Ike Kanawai from 6 p.m. to midnight on Friday, April 24, 2015.
Search for Mariner, Ingraham, Continues off Lānaʻi
The US Coast Guard rescued one man and is still searching for another after a 34-foot fishing vessel the “Munchkin” ran aground on the rocks about a half mile west of Lānaʻi early this morning.
Ige to Attend White House State Dinner in Honor of Japan Prime Minister
Governor David Ige and Mrs. Ige will represent the State of Hawaiʻi during a White House State Dinner honoring the Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 in Washington, DC.
Maui Clerk Launches 2016 Elections Website
The Maui Office of the County Clerk has launched a website dedicated to information and announcements relating to the 2016 elections for Maui County.
Five Maui Teams to Compete in State Student Auto Skills Event
Five Maui teams will be competing for the state title at the 2015 Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills Competition to be held on Oʻahu this weekend.
Application Deadline Nears for 2015 Lānaʻi Mouflon Sheep Hunt
Application forms are now available for the 2015 mouflon sheep hunting season on Lāna‘i, which runs from July 25 to Oct. 18, 2015.
Haleakalā Tops 1 Million Visitors in 2014, Generates $70 Million
Tourism to Haleakalā National Park in 2014 generated more than $70.3 million in visitor spending and supported 837 jobs in the area, according to new data released by the National Park Service.
Seven Maui Police Officers Promoted to Rank of Sergeant
Seven officers with the Maui Police Department were promoted to the rank of Sergeant on April 16, 2015 including: Surendar Singh (23 year veteran), Rockwell Silva (23 year veteran), Nathan Pellazar Jr. (22 year veteran), Tanya “Kehau” Dods (17 year veteran), Heather Gilroy (12 year veteran), Joy Kanani Medeiros (10 year veteran), and Duke Pua.
Hawaiʻi Keiki Share Vision of 100% Clean Energy Future
If passed, the bill would be the first for any state in the nation to mandate 100% renewable energy. In honor of Earth Day, April 22, a group of students will visit Hawaiʻi lawmakers this week to voice their support for House Bill 623, which sets a target for Hawaiʻi to achieve 100% renewable generation within 30 years.
Maui Celebrates 1st Anniversary of Tobacco Free Beaches, Parks
Today marks the one-year anniversary of a bill that effectively banned the use of tobacco at county parks, beaches and recreational facilities in Maui County.
Ōpeʻapeʻa Bat Designated Official Hawaiʻi Land Mammal
The ōpe‘ape‘a is Hawai‘i’s only native land mammal, and is a subspecies found only in Hawai‘i. Fossils reveal its presence in Hawai‘i as early as 10,000 years ago.
