Maui News
Advisory Issued for Possible Syphilis Outbreak in Hawaiʻi
Authorities say most of the cases were reported in men who had sex with men in West Hawaiʻi, but state officials say cases related to the outbreak may develop on other islands.
Search Underway for Missing Snorkeler Near Molokini
The 56-year-old man was last seen at around 5:30 p.m. wearing a white rash guard and board shorts, according to authorities.
Smoke From Cane Fire Forces Intermittent Closures on Kuihelani
A portion of the Kuihelani Highway on Maui was partially closed on two separate occasions on Tuesday, as smoke from a scheduled cane fire hampered vision along the roadway.
Canadian Visitor Airlifted After Being Swept into Ocean off Maui
A visitor from Canada was airlifted to safety on Tuesday 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, officials said.
Maui Couple Files Class Action Suit Over Hep A Berries
A couple has filed a class action suit after purchasing frozen berries from Costco in Kahului that have since been recalled for a link to a hepatitis A outbreak.
King Kamehameha Day Festivities From Maui to DC
In observance of King Kamehameha Day on Maui, the Royal Order of Kamehameha hosts a march beginning at 9 a.m. from the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College to Hoaloha Park. A separate observance is planned this weekend in West Maui. Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pāʻū Parade & Hoʻolauleʻa is planned from 9 a.m. to sunset on Saturday, June 15.
Maui Man Named State Outstanding Senior Volunteer
Fred Ruge, 82, of Wailuku, was named the winner of the Salute to Seniors service award issued by the Home Instead Senior Care network.
70 Students Show their View of Hawaiʻi’s Unique Oceans
“We strive to exercise the imaginations of Maui County’s young minds and get them inspired about that amazing, blue environment that surrounds and sustains us,” said company officials in a newsletter released today.
Hokama and Mayor at Odds Over Post Office Demolition
A council committee will consider a resolution that if approved, would authorize an investigation into the “potential misuse” of County funds, Policy Chair Riki Hokama announced today.
91st Maui Fair Food Booth Concessions Meeting
A mandatory meeting for all invited food concessionaires for the upcoming 2013 Maui Fair will take place this Wednesday, June 12, in Central Maui.
Man Identified as Possible Source of National Leak Worked in Hawaiʻi
Booz Allen Hamilton, a management and technology consulting firm issued a statement on Sunday confirming that Edward Snowden, 29, had been employed with the company for less than three months, and was assigned to a team in Hawaiʻi.
New Civil Liberties and Constitution Day Promotes Equal Rights
The legislation notes the efforts of several Americans of Japanese ancestry who challenged the validity and constitutionality of the internment of more than 110,000 Japanese Americans during WWII.
Visitor with Broken Wind Surf Mast Rescued at Kanahā
Authorities say the 60-year-old male visitor was reported missing by his wife who said she had not seen him for about two hours.
Māla Wharf, Maui Dams Included in CIP Funding
Maui is to receive funding for a variety of projects in the latest round of capital improvement expenditures from the state.
ROAD OPEN: Fire Temorarily Impacts Mokulele Traffic
The Mokulele Highway at Mehameha is now open following a fire near the animal shelter. Police had temporarily blocked the Kahului-bound lanes due to heavy smoke that hampered visibility in the area.
Vendors Sought for Interactive Health & Fitness Expo
The Expo is limited to the first 25 approved vendors. Vendors who make and sell healthy products; fitness, dance, or yoga organizations; alternative medicine groups; and others are welcome to apply.
UPDATE: Power Restored to 1,700 MECO Customers in Kahului
An estimated 1,700 electric customers were affected by a power outage in Kahului early this morning. MECO Spokesperson Kaui Awai-Dickson said the probable cause was likely salt corrosion.
Kahului Brush Fire Burns 1/4 Acre Near Church
The incident was reported at 2:41 p.m. on Thursday, June 6, 2013, at the intersection of Hina and West Hawaiʻi Streets.
Wailuku Home Fire Causes $15,000 Damage
A structure fire at a home in Wailuku caused an estimated $15,000 in damage and forced the closure of a portion of Vineyard Street while emergency crews responded to the scene.
Honorary Co-Chairs Selected for Baldwin 75th Anniversary
Former H.P. Baldwin High School Principal Wallace Fujii and Maui County’s First Lady Ann Arakawa will serve as Honorary Co-Chairs for the school’s upcoming 75th Anniversary festivities.
