Maui News
Organic Chemicals Found in Maui Water Tank
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health announced the finding of “minute amounts of organic chemicals” in a Haleakalā National Park water system tank on Maui during routine sampling.
Man Wanted for Alleged Molestation in CA, Arrested on Maui
Andrew Young was arrested at 11:40 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 9, for a warrant issued by the Sacramento Sheriff’s Office in California for 9 counts of alleged molestation of a family member.
Juvenile Assault Reported at Maui College Campus
A 15-year-old juvenile male was reportedly assaulted by seven individuals while walking alone at night on the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College Campus near the Harbor Lights Condominium complex, police said.
6 Maui Seniors Participate in Schatz Internship
The Maui students include: Ethan Finberg, Seabury Hall; Kylie Nathan, Baldwin High School; Kauaikekai Kealoha Kahakauwila Lara, Kīhei Charter School; Sarah Holter, Kamehameha Schools; Trent Hori, Maui High School; and Megan Kamalei Batangan, Kamehameha Schools-Maui.
Kea Lani Raises $22,000 for Typhoon Haiyan Relief
The hotel’s 650 employees more than doubled their goal of raising $10,000 by Thanksgiving Day through a giant garage sale, and smaller fundraising efforts, hotel representatives said.
Lāna’i Named to Lonely Planet’s 2014 Top US Destinations List
Lonely Planet described Lāna’i as an island that boasts empty beaches, snorkeling, diving, shipwrecks, petroglyphs, hiking, and their favorite poke market in the state.
BRIEF: Rice Park Restroom Closed for Septic Tank Construction
The restroom at Harold W Rice Memorial Park in Kula will be closed Dec. 16-20, 2013, for construction of a new septic system, county officials announced.
Rule Changes Proposed for Damage to Stony Coral and Live Rock
The proposed amendments would clarify what activities constitute “damage,” and establish a formula for calculating administrative penalties for violations, officials with the state Department of Land and Natural Resources said.
UPDATE: Body Found in Ditch Area Near Kahului Businesses
Maui police Lt. Jayson Rego, with the department’s Criminal Investigation Division said an investigation is still underway and the department is looking into finding the homeless victim’s next of kin.
Maui Weekly Road Work: Dec. 9-13, 2013
There are several construction projects taking place across Maui this week. Maui Paving Co. continues work on road resurfacing and street improvements on Wākea Avenue. Work will impact traffic on the section of Wākea Avenue just south of Kaʻahumanu Avenue, across the entrance of the University of Hawaii Maui College Campus.
Council Authorizes Appointment of Mateo as County Clerk
The Maui County Council has announced the passage of a resolution in a 6-1 vote, authorizing the appointment of Danny Mateo as County Clerk.
Two 3+ Magnitude Hawaiʻi Island Earthquakes
A 3.0 magnitude earthquake was reported early this morning, about 9 miles South of Fern Acres on Hawaiʻi Island, at a depth of 3.5 miles, according to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
Ocean Goers Reminded of Rules to Protect Wintering Whales
With the return of the wintering whales to Maui, officials from the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary are reminding the public to keep a safe distance from the protected and endangered animals.
Hawaiʻi Shark Finning Case Nets $100 Fine
A fishing boat captain who pleaded guilty in federal court today to a charge relating to an attempt to sell shark fins to a Honolulu restaurant, was sentenced to a $100 fine, according to a US Department of Justice announcement.
Maui High Fires Under Investigation, Incendiary Devices Found
Two structure fires at Maui High School this morning appear to have been intentionally set. In the first fire, officials say the perpetrators tried to ignite a barrel of used motor oil with a piece of cardboard.
Haleakalā National Park Unveils New Cultural Brochure
Park representatives say the contributing kūpuna donated more than 150 hours each of time to write, edit, and design the brochure. The NPS expected to hand out more than 1 million copies to visitors each year.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Remembrance of Nelson Mandela
Flags have been lowered to half-staff at all state offices and agencies in Hawaiʻi to honor the memory of South African humanitarian and anti-apartheid advocate, Nelson Mandela.
Kamehameha Maui ʻŌpio students Win Nā Mele O Maui 2013 Title
The students were among a list of 23 classes from 16 schools in Maui County that competed in the event, which is dedicated to the cultural preservation and perpetuation of Hawaiian mele, language and the arts.
Hirono Makes Maui Rounds: Visits Kīpahulu and Molokaʻi
US Senator Mazie Hirono made several stops on Maui and Molokaʻi this week as part of a statewide visit to meet with constituents and participate in cultural, commemorative, and educational events.
PHOTOS: New Two-Level Police Station Opens in Kīhei
A blessing was held on Thursday morning for the new Kīhei Police Station, which houses a detective bureau, a criminal investigation division, a training division, uniform services and executive offices.
