Maui News
Paragliders Apprehended at Haleakalā National Park
Two paragliders were apprehended at Haleakalā National Park today — one for illegally launching and landing in critical endangered species habitat, and the other for attempting to launch, park officials said.
Big Brothers Big Sister of Maui Hosts Community Art Exhibit
The public art exhibit was created in collaboration with the Honolulu Museum of Art, and is being hosted by Whole Foods Maui at 3 p.m. this Sunday, Aug. 24. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Governor Releases $22M for State Infrastructure Improvements
Governor Neil Abercrombie today announced the release of more than $22 million to the Department of Accounting and General Services for various capital improvement projects that are aimed at updating state facilities, information technology infrastructure and business management software.
Volcano and Earthquake Monitoring Resumes after Iselle
The US Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory resumed full monitoring of volcanoes and earthquakes on Wednesday, Aug. 13, five days after topical storm Iselle knocked out power to parts of the island and left the center less than fully operational.
Maui High Safety Club Earns National Recognition
Club member Sara Suzuki received the National Student of the Year Award 2014 from the National Student Safety Program in which students help to promote safe driving within their communities.
VIDEO: Maui Iselle Damage Assessment Underway
As recovery efforts continue in heavily hit areas of Puna on Hawaiʻi Island, crews here on Maui continue to assess damage.
Maui Mayor Weighs in On Police Chief Selection Criteria
With Chief Gary Yabuta retiring at the end of last month, and an annual salary of $135,000, Mayor Arakawa said the applicant pool would be a very competitive one.
Arakawa: Leaders Formalize Joint Sustainability Commitment
In an effort to achieve a culture of sustainability in the islands, Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa joined his mayoral colleagues across the state, Governor Neil Abercrombie, and the Office of Hawaiian Affairs in jointly launching the Aloha+ Challenge.
Maui Police Make 19 DUI Arrests Over the Weekend
Maui police made 19 arrests over the weekend for impaired driving as part of the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign which runs from Aug. 15 to Sept. 1.
Damages from Lahaina House Fire Estimated at $900,000
A house fire in West Maui resulted in an estimated $900,000 in damages to a home located at 908 Kana Place in Lahaina on Saturday evening.
Updated Election Results: Puna Polls & 800 Uncounted
Key races remained unchanged after Friday night’s make-up election for two precincts on Hawaiʻi Island that were impacted by Tropical Cyclone Iselle, and the addition of 800 absentee ballots on Maui that were unaccounted for in Saturday’s Primary.
Body of Diver Recovered from Ocean at DT Fleming Beach
The missing diver was located face down about three miles offshore and due north of DT Fleming Park by a crew aboard the department’s Air 1 helicopter.
Maui Crime Log: 15 Burglaries, 29 Vehicle Break-ins
There was a spike in vehicle break-ins with five incidents reported just before 7 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 8, at East Uahi Way off of Waikō Road in Waikapū near American Electric Co.
Surfrider Hosts Beach Cleanup, General Membership Meeting
The beach cleanup for August is scheduled to take place from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16, at Sugar Beach in South Maui.
North Kīhei Road Repairs Continue
The construction will result in a single lane closure in both directions along North Kīhei Road between the Honoapiʻilani Highway and the Piʻilani Highway.
Maui Police Conduct DUI Crackdown, Aug. 15 to Sept. 1
Maui police will be setting up unannounced intoxication checkpoints throughout Maui County, including saturation patrols that use unmarked patrol vehicles.
Governor Extends Emergency Proclamation to October
The extension of the proclamation is ostensibly in response to the widespread damage and ongoing disaster recovery efforts on Hawai’i Island.
$3.99M Released for Hāna and Haleakalā Highway Improvements
An estimated $3.99 million was released today for slope stabilization work on the Hāna Highway, and intersection upgrades on the Haleakalā Highway on Maui, Governor Neil Abercrombie announced.
Lānaʻi Chamber of Commerce Hosts First Ever Fifth Friday
The Lānaʻi Chamber of Commerce hosts the inaugural edition of its new Fifth Friday event on Aug. 29 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Dole Park in Lānaʻi City.
Hawaii Red Cross Continues Overnight Shelter in Pāhoa
The Hawaiʻi Red Cross Shelter at the Pāhoa Community Center on Hawaiʻi Island remains open to support those impacted by Tropical Cyclone Iselle.
