Maui News
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.
Vehicle Strikes Pole, Knocking Out Power to 450 in Pāʻia
A vehicle struck a utility pole on Baldwin Avenue in Pāʻia at around 11 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 10, knocking out electricity to hundreds of customers.
12-Year-Old Kula Boy Accidentally Shot
A 12-year-old boy from Kula was treated and released from the hospital after accidentally shooting himself in the leg with a rifle, police said.
Remains Positively Identified as Missing Wailea Woman
Maui police say the female remains found in a vehicle off of the Kahekili Highway on Saturday are those of Jean Kini Chang, a Wailea woman who was previously reported as missing.
Mayor Signs Integrated Waste-to-Energy Agreement
Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa announced the signing of an agreement this week to finance and build an Integrated Waste Conversion and Energy Project on Maui.
Police Remind Motorists of New Hoʻokele Traffic Signal
Maui Police issued a reminder to motorists today to drive carefully in the area of the new traffic signal at Hāna Highway and Hoʻokele Street in Kahului.
Committee Begins Exemption Discussion on Kahoma Project
The Council’s Land Use Committee began scrutinizing proposed exemptions for the proposed Kahoma Village fast track affordable housing project in West Maui.
Exploratory Well Proposed in Pukalani
The state is proposing the development of an exploratory potable water well at the Maui Department of Water Supply Pukalani Tank Site on the Kula Highway.
Maui Residents Urged to Check Ferns for Little Fire Ants
Further investigation has shown that the ants may have been coming over on interisland shipments to Maui for the past year. The Department of Agriculture reportedly traced the invasive ants back to hāpuʻu shipments at the Lowe’s and Home Depot stores on Maui.
Genie Lift Hits Power Line in Kahului, Knocks Out Electricity
Genie Lift sparked a fire and a power outage when it came into contact with two electrical lines on Hobron Avenue this afternoon, electric company officials said.
Invasive Pest Found on Hawaiʻi Coconut Trees
Since the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle was detected at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam on Dec. 23, 2013, officials say a total of nine adult beetles have been trapped.
Hawaiʻi Sex Offender Search Now Available Via Mobile App
The app enables users to search the Hawaiʻi Criminal Justice Data Center’s data base for the names, residences, and business addresses of sex offenders.
Police Seek Help Locating Family Following Traffic Death
Maui police are asking for the public’s help in locating family members of a woman killed in a collision in West Maui last month. Police have since identified the woman as Roselie Miller, 51, of Lahaina.
Haleakalā Land Exchange Proposed to Ensure Trail Access
Under the compromise proposal, the state would relinquish title to the Haleakalā Bridle Trail, but maintain a binding perpetual agreement for public access to the trail.
PHOTOS: Blanket of “Frost” Graces Summit of Haleakalā
A layer of frost blanketed the upper reaches of Haleakalā at the 10,000 foot elevation this morning.
DLNR: Tiger Shark Approaches Paddle Surfer at Ukumehame
According to a DLNR spokesperson, a 43-year-old Haʻikū man identified as Matt Kinoshita told authorities that he was paddle surfing about 75 yards off Ukumehame in five feet of water at around 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 8, when he saw an eight-foot tiger shark approaching him from the side with its mouth open.
PHOTOS: First Lady in Hawaiʻi, Security Heavy Near Oprah Estate
On Tuesday, White House Press Secretary Jay Carney confirmed that the first lady stayed behind in Hawaiʻi upon the suggestion of the president, “to spend time with friends ahead of her upcoming very big birthday.”
County Offers Instructor Training for Older Adults’ Fitness Program
The Maui County Office on Aging announced it will offer an EnhanceFitness Instructor Training for older adults in February 2014.
Proposed Relocation of US Navy Drone Squadron to Hawaiʻi
The proposal includes the relocation of 57 unmanned aircraft systems and about 480 personnel and dependents to Marine Corps Base Hawaiʻi Kāne‘ohe Bay.
