Maui News
Read Lighting Goes Green with PV Power
Read Lighting Inc. of Maui has gone green with a high-efficiency rooftop photovoltaic system to fuel its power needs with clean, renewable energy.
Kohala Center to Assess Proposed Policy Changes at Moloka‘i Fishery
The Kohala Center will evaluate the potential health effects of proposed policy changes affecting the Hawaiian Native Mo‘omomi fishery on Moloka‘i.
Hawai‘i Cancer Rates on Decline
The American Cancer Society’s annual report revealed that national cancer rates have declined by 22 percent over the last 20 years
New Members Appointed for Humpback Whale Sanctuary Council
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary has appointed eight new members for its advisory council.
Ask The Mayor: Do I Get a Refund for My Trash Not Being Picked Up?
My trash did not get picked up today, and I’m wondering if we are eligible for a reimbursement for these missed pickups? This is a service I paid for, like my cable and electric bills, so can’t I get a refund when they don’t pick up my rubbish?
Ask The Mayor: Are Grocery Store Plastic Bags Banned, Too?
I know that Maui has banned plastic bags in the stores but, I’ve noticed lately that one large, Hawaii-based supermarket chain has been using them. They are reusable, but I don’t know if they are biodegradable. Can you please look into this?
Ask The Mayor: Is Uber Going to Be Regulated by the County?
Will Maui County try to enforce its laws and regulations for car services on this notoriously troubled company?
Maui Girl Lands Second Casting Call for Disney’s ‘Moana’
A Maui girl has made a notable first impression on Disney casting agents. In early December, 19-year-old Makamae Kailani Auwae submitted a video audition…
UPDATE: Kula Highway at Sun Yat Sen Park Now Open
Kula Highway at Sun Yat Sen Park was closed due to a downed utility pole that is blocking both lanes of travel, the Maui Police Department reports. It is now open.
Maui County Crime Log Dec. 28, 2014–Jan. 3, 2015: Burglaries, Thefts, Break-Ins
Maui police responded to 21 burglaries, 8 vehicle thefts, and 26 vehicle break-ins in Maui County between Sunday Dec. 28, 2014 and Saturday, Jan. 3, 2015.
Hosmer Grove Closed Due to Nesting Nēnē
Hosmer Grove campground and trail will be closed until further notice to protect a family of nēnē that is nesting in the popular campground, Haleakalā National Park announced on Friday, Jan. 9.
MLB’s Kolten Wong Steps Up as Jamba Juice Spokesperson
Hilo-born Major League Baseball star Kolten Wong is making his debut as an official Jamba Juice spokesperson on Tuesday, Jan. 13 at Maui’s Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center from 4 to 7 p.m.
Monsanto Employees Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Approximately 60 Monsanto employees, friends and family participated in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Maui last November.
UPDATE: Kea-Papa Water Repairs Postponed Due to Main Break at Maui Mall
The Department of Water Supply will be replacing a broken water valve at the intersection of Kea Street and Papa Avenue in Kahului on Friday, Jan. 9.
Public Input Sought on Hazard Mitigation Plan
The Maui County Civil Defense Agency will hold the first of a series of public meetings to develop a planning process to prepare for impacts of natural disasters on Friday, Jan. 9, 2015, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Maui County Emergency Operations Center.
Hyundai Golf Tournament Continues in Kapalua
The Hyundai Tournament of Champions features the PGA TOUR’s best and brightest as they take on Kapalua’s famed Plantation Course on Maui.
Moloka‘i Woman & Ex-Boyfriend Sustain Injuries in ‘Road Rage’ Incident
A 35-year-old Kaunakakai woman was injured on Kamehameha V Highway on Moloka‘i when her ex-boyfriend, in another vehicle, collided with her vehicle at a high rate of speed.
Hāna, Hamoa and Koali Residents & Businesses Asked to Conserve Water
The County of Maui Department of Water Supply asks all customers in Hāna, Hamoa and Koali to conserve water due to electrical problems with a water well located in Hamoa.
Maui Hospital CEO Continues Talks with Hawai‘i Pacific Health
HHSC Maui Regional Chief Executive Officer We sley Lo and Hawai‘i Pacific Health Ray Vara will hold a press conference Friday, Jan. 9, 2015, at 9:30 a.m. at Lē‘ahi Hospital in Honolulu to formalize partnership talks.
Ukumehame Rifle Range Closed Due to Nēnē Nest
The Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation closed its Ukumehame rifle range because of a nēnē nest in the area.
