Maui News
New Fishing Rule Ensures Sashimi Supply Through the Holidays
Under the new framework though, Hawaiʻi’s longline fleet could contract with the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands to use a portion of that area’s unused ʻahi quota.
Invasive Stink Bug Threatens Crops on Maui
An invasive stink bug has been discovered at a UHMC garden on Maui that poses a threat to a wide range of crops on the island and in the state, Agricultural officials announced today.
BRIEF: Kīhei Waterline Work to Disrupt Traffic
Due to a waterline replacement project, Halekūʻai Street in Kīhei is restricted to one-lane traffic only, from South Kīhei Road to Kio Loop.
Homeless Camp Fire Damages Exterior of Kahului Business
The fire was reported at 4:09 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, 2014, and burned 300 square feet of homeless camp items including tents, clothing, portable cooking supplies, and shopping carts, said Maui Fire Services Chief Lee Mainaga.
Pine, Ironwood Tree Removal to Affect Traffic in Hāna Town
Crews will remove five Cook Pine trees and 11 Ironwood trees that are decaying and are at risk of falling.
BRIEF: Maui Pool Maintenance Closures, Oct. 23-28
The New Wailuku and Old Wailuku pools will be closed on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 23 and 24, and will reopen on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2014.
Maui Crime Log: Oct. 12-18 Burglaries, Thefts, Break-ins
Maui police responded to 15 burglaries, 5 vehicle thefts, and 15 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period, between Oct. 12 to 18, 2014.
Measles Cases Confirmed on Maui and Kauaʻi
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health has confirmed three cases of measles in the state, one on Maui and two on Kauaʻi. Hawaiʻi now has a total of five confirmed cases reported in the state this year, according to state health officials.
Proposed South Maui Community Gym Topic of Public Meeting
Park staff will present design information, discuss proposed locations, and explore services to be offered.
Rainfall Slight, But Breaks Record in Kahului
While it was a small amount of 0.27 inches, it broke the old record for the same day of 0.25 inches set in 1958.
UPDATE: 3rd Shark Encounter on Maui Prompts Beach Closure
The closure related to Wednesday’s shark incident off Waipuʻilani Beach Park has since been lifted. Nothing further was observed that would warrant the continuation of the closure.
Maui Emergency Training Set for Friday at County Building
Friday’s exercise will be conducted on the 2nd and 5th floors of the building. During the training, each affected floor will be closed to the public during select hours.
Lokahi Pacific Breaks Ground on Mokuhau Affordable Homes
The non-profit Lokahi Pacific broke ground on a new affordable housing complex in Happy Valley on Maui. The 16 unit project is slated for completion in February 2016.
Appeals Court Declares Gay Marriage Lawsuit Moot
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a lower court decision in a Hawaiʻi marriage equality case, declaring the lawsuit moot.
“End of the Road” to Close During Emergency Construction
The iconic “road closed” sign that was stuck in the Chain of Craters Road on Hawaiʻi Island from a 2003 lava flow, will be removed and become a part of park history as crews make way for a new emergency access route, the National Park Service announced today.
CIP Funds Released for Projects at Mākena, ʻĪao, Kāʻanapali
Maui projects in the funding release include: beach restoration in Kāʻanapali; rockfall and flood mitigation at ʻĪao Valley State Park; repair and improvement projects at Mākena State Park in South Maui; and design and construction funds for improvements at Kaunakakai, Lahaina and Mānele Small Boat Harbors in Maui County.
New Hunting Rules Proposed for Game Mammals, Birds
The sate Board of Land and Natural Resources will consider approval of new rules proposed for hunting of game mammals and game birds.
Lānaʻi Axis Deer Hunting Applications Available
The 2015 Lānaʻi Axis deer season consists of three hunts–the first beginning on Feb. 21, and the final hunt concluding on May 17, 2015.
State Parks, Harbors, Forests on Maui Now Open
Assessments conducted by DLNR personnel found minimal impacts from Hurricane Ana, which passed the Island of Kauaʻi on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014.
Maui Electric Aerial Line Inspections October 20-22
Inspections today are planned from Kahului to Hāna and Hāna up to Haleakalā.
