Maui News
Maui Siren Test this Friday, Following Malfunction Fix
Unlike a regular test of the siren warning system, the goal of Friday’s test is to have no audible sounds. The test follows a siren system malfunction reported last week in which approximately one third of the sirens on Maui and Molokaʻi unintentionally sounded.
Mayor’s Event Partners with JUMPSmart Maui in Kīhei
The kickoff event includes a blessing of a DC Fast Charging station at the Piʻilani Village shopping center, including remarks by Mayor Arakawa and MECO president Sharon Suzuki.
Lahaina Civic Center Gym Closed in October
The Lahaina Civic Center Gym will be closed for the entire month of October to facilitate refinishing of the court’s wood flooring, county officials announced.
Kahoma Stream Bridge Receives Engineering Award
State officials say the “inverted tier arch design” was utilized to minimize the obstruction to ocean views. The $24.3 million Kahoma Stream Bridge project will now be included for consideration in a national competition.
Banquet Celebrates HP Baldwin 75th Anniversary
A series of events surrounding the 75th Anniversary celebration of HP Baldwin High School on Maui are planned in October.
Hawaiian Electric Raises Small-Solar Threshold to 100%
The threshold for small systems, those of 10 kilowatts or less, has been raised to 100% of the daytime minimum load (“DML”) for circuits.
Schatz Hosts Constituent Call on Molasses Spill
Senator Brian Schatz will host a constituent call this afternoon to brief the public on the federal response to the molasses spill at Honolulu Harbor.
Gabbard to Honor Hawai‘i Medal of Honor Recipient
US Representative Tulsi Gabbard will honor Hawaiʻi’s only living Medal of Honor recipient, Marine Corps Staff Sergeant Allan Kellogg Jr. of Kailua, in a ceremony tonight.
MECO Warns Business Customers of Telephone Scam
The company continues to receive reports of business customers receiving scam calls in which they are told their bill is delinquent and they are subject to same day disconnection.
Water Shutdown Scheduled for Part of Kahului Overnight
A portion of Kahului on Maui will be without water overnight due to work associated with water system improvements.
Senate Water and Land Chair to Visit Maui, Lāna‘i
During her visit, Sen. Solomon will receive updates from the Department of Land and Natural Resources on various projects, programs and concerns on Maui and Lāna‘i.
List of 6 Maui Judicial Nominees Released
The list of nominees includes: Brian A. Costa; Michelle L. Drewyer; Gregory J. Garneau; Kirstin M. Hamman; Georgia A. K. McMillen; and Lloyd A. Poelman.
Safeway Maui Lani Grand Opening on Friday
The store brings to four the total number of Safeway locations on Maui. Other retail locations include Kahului, Lahaina and Kīhei.
Maui Police Monitoring Child Seat Compliance
Maui police say violators face fines up to $500 and have to take a child passenger safety class.
Counties Join Unified Front in Legislative Plan
Members say the unified front emphasizes the importance of the role counties play in the visitor industry and other economic sectors in the state.
Inter-Island Ferries get $7.4 Million for Improvements
The funding will be used to support ferries from Kaunakakai, Mānele, and Māʻalaea small boat harbors.
CAPTURED: Maui Police Apprehend Robbery Suspect
Turner Terry, 22, of Lahaina was placed under arrest at around 3 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 16, and charged with second-degree robbery. He was being held in lieu of $50,000.
FAA Earmarks $4 Million for Lānaʻi, Molokaʻi Airports
Schatz: “Our state will continue to receive funding for critical improvements, allowing Hawaiʻi to continue to grow as a tourist destination and economic center.”
Structure, 2 Cars Destroyed in Haʻikū Fire
A Quonset hut and two parked cars were destroyed in a brush fire reported this morning in Haʻikū, Maui.
7 Maui Burglaries Reported Sept 1 to 7, 2013
Maui police responded to 16 burglaries over a seven day period, between Sept. 1 and 7, 2013. There were incidents reported at the following locations: (1) Haʻikū, (1) Kahului, (1) Kīhei, (2) Lahaina, (1) Spreckelsville, and (1) Wailuku.
