Maui News
UPDATE: Missing Maui Man Located
Through investigation, Maui police Detective J. Mahoney was able to located John O’Connor, 50, who was reported missing by family members.
42 Arrested in Maui Impaired Driving Crackdown
Maui police made a total of 42 arrests for drivers operating a motor vehicle while under the influence during a three week campaign that ended on Jan. 1, 2014, officials said.
PHOTOS: Waterspout Reported on Maui
The National Weather Service issued a preliminary local storm report noting that broadcast media reported a water spout in the Kīhei area of Maui at 1:50 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2014, at the following coordinates: 20.76N 156.45W.
Hiker Airlifted From Lahaina-Pali Trail
A hiker was airlifted to safety after fainting during a morning hike on the Lahaina Pali Trail, fire officials said.
Lightning Named as Cause of Molokaʻi Power Outage
A lightning strike is to blame for a power outage on Molokaʻi that knocked out power to an estimated 632 customers overnight, Maui Electric Company spokesperson Kauʻi Awai-Dickson said.
Ocean Vodka Welcomes 15,000 Visitors in First 8 Months
There have been more than 15,000 visitors to the facility in just the first eight months of operation, according to the Maui Visitors Bureau.
Molokaʻi Landfill Reopens After Suspected Ordnance Detonated
The Molokaʻi Landfill was reopened today after an explosive ordnance team detonated a suspected piece of unexploded ordnance found at the facility on Monday, county officials said.
Mama’s Fish House Gets Top 2 Ranking on OpenTable List
Mama’s Fish House on Maui earned number two ranking on the elite list of top US restaurants released by OpenTable, an online restaurant reservation company.
Maui Companies Join Forces in Supporting Same Sex Nuptials
Two Maui businesses have arranged more than 50 same sex nuptials since a new law went into effect in December, legalizing same-sex marriage in the state, according to new information released by the Maui Visitors Bureau.
Pāʻia-Kūʻau Water Shutdown, Wednesday Jan. 15
The shutdown will run from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, and will affect customers from Kūpono Street to the Kūʻau area.
One Resident Displaced in Sunset Terrace Apartment Fire
A fire at the Sunset Terrace apartments in West Maui displaced one individual and forced the temporary evacuation of an estimated 50 residents, fire officials said.
Two Fishermen Airlifted in Rescue off of “Olivine Pools”
Two fishermen were airlifted to safety after being swept into the ocean at the area sometimes referred to as the “Olivine Pools,” located on the west side of Nākālele Point in West Maui.
Potential Ordnance Forces Molokaʻi Landfill Closure
The Molokaʻi Landfill will be closed until further notice following the discovery of potentially unexploded ordnance at the facility on Monday, Jan. 13, 2014.
Hawaiʻi Health Director Cause of Death Released
State Health Director Loretta Fuddy, who was the sole death in a Molokai plane crash, died of cardiac arrhythmia as a result of stress, according to new information released by Maui police.
5A Rent-A-Space Hosts E-Waste Recycling
An electronic E-cycling event is planned this Saturday, Jan. 18, from 7 a.m. to noon at 5A Rent-A-Space’s Parking lot, located at 3600 Lower Honoapiʻilani Road in West Maui.
2014 Legislature Opens Jan. 15
To commemorate the 55th anniversary of statehood, the Legislature will honor and acknowledge former state House and Senate members who have served throughout the years since 1959, according to a legislative press release announcement.
Molokaʻi Landfill Delays Opening Due to Staff Shortage
The County of Maui Department of Environmental Management today announced a delay in the opening of the Molokaʻi Landfill on the morning of Thursday, Jan. 16, 2014, due to a staffing shortage.
Comment Period Extended for Proposed Pu‘unani Subdivision
The Puʻunani Subdivision includes 147 residential lots, 450 multi-family units, commercial space, and a 15-acre park, according to the EISPN.
6 Fireworks Related Injures Reported on Maui in New Year
There were six fireworks related injuries from Maui reported during the 2014 New Year period, according to newly released data from the state.
Board Authorizes Review of Proposed Maui Land Exchange
The proposed agreement was designed to ensure pubic access to the disputed Haleakala Bridle hiking trail, and create a new access route to the Kahikinui Forest Reserve and Nā Kula Natural Area Reserve on the leeward slopes.
