Maui News
VIDEO: Law Signed for Līpoa Point Acquisition
The bill includes a $20 million budget appropriation for the acquisition, and is aimed at protecting the area from potential development.
BREAKING: Mayor Apologizes for “Mistake” Involving Old Wailuku Post Office
“When our discussions with the council changed the intent of the project, we should have followed up with the paperwork to reflect those changes,” said Mayor Arakawa.
16 Maui Recipients Selected for “Made in Hawaii” Product Show
The participants include three companies from Molokai, and more than a dozen from Maui. County officials say an estimated 38,000 people are expected to attend the 19th Annual festival, which is known to attract retail buyers and distributors, who come to find new products unique to the islands.
Governor to Sign Lipoa Point Acquisition Bill
Under a bill, the state Department of Land and Natural Resources with the Hawaiian Islands Land Trust would work together to acquire the parcel and protect it from development.
Maui Thing Celebrates 5th Anniversary With Mystery Concert
The free mystery concert and models will take to the runway fronting the store on Market Street, wearing Maui Thing’s new summer line, themed “Alive.” In keeping with the theme, store owners say the show will go through a life cycle of its own, with the unveiling of the new designs and models, a reflection of brightness after death, and coming full circle with a rebirth.
Corrosion Leads to Propane Leak at Kahekili Terrace
Several units at the Kahekili Terrace apartments on Piʻihana Road in Happy Valley were evacuated last night due to a propane leak, officials said.
East Maui Animal Refuge Named in PETA Lawsuit Against USDA
PETA claims “no action was taken in response to complaints regarding exhibited birds found suffering from injuries and illness, filthy enclosures, and contaminated water, among other violations.”
Climate Change Interns Sought for Haleakalā Silversword Research
Students selected for the program will assist with research and public outreach concerning climate change impacts on the silversword population and viability.
Final EA Filed for New Building at Maui Waena
Plans call for the construction of a two-story, 34-foot tall building, that includes three classrooms each for science and general education, one choral room, and one computer resource center.
ʻUlupalakua Ranch Celebrates Half Century
The Erdman family celebrates 50 years of ownership of ʻUlupalakua Ranch, located on the leeward slopes of Haleakalā on Maui.
St. Anthony in Wailuku Seeks New Head of School
The new governance program aims in part to increase student enrollment. The new head of school will be tasked with overseeing campus management and operations.
Hōkūleʻa Worldwide Voyage Presentation Tonight
Apprentice navigator Ka‘iulani Murphy and crew members from Hui O Waʻa Kaulua, ʻOhana Waʻa and Polynesian Voyaging Society will share stories about the vessel’s worldwide voyage.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Defense of Marriage Act
The ruling effectively gives legally married same-sex couples the same federal benefits as heterosexual couples.
Marijuana Advocates Celebrate Enactment of 2 Bills
Approved today were measures to move program oversight away from the Department of Public Safety to the Department of Health, and to adjust the type and amount of medical marijuana a patient can legally possess.
Central Maui Regional Park Final Environmental Assessment
The project calls for the construction of a 65-acre park bordering the Kuihelani Highway to the east and the Maui Lani residential area to the north.
Excessive High Winds Force Maui Landfill Closure
The closure went into effect at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 25. County officials say the landfill will close early again on Wednesday, June 26, to allow staff to collect windblown debris.
Data Released on Health of Maui County Residents
In Hawaiʻi, the BRFSS survey data is used to advocate for the control of high blood pressure, improve screening for breast, cervical, prostate, and colorectal cancer; identify and treat childhood asthma; address education regarding sugar sweetened beverages and menu labeling; and address concerns related to diabetes and cognitive impairment.
Goodwill to Hold Invite Night at New Maui Store
The invite night is intended to increase the community’s awareness of the new store and donation locations.
Governor Identifies 9 Bills for Possible Veto
Items on the list for potential veto include bills relating to: feral birds (HB619) and native wildlife (HB988), the state building code (HB763), timeshare conveyances (HB424), nursing (HB654), sentencing (SB68), contracts (SB1265), the Hawaii Health Systems Corp. (HB1130), and the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (SB3).
Community Work Day Renamed, Fundraiser Planned
The newly renamed Community Work Day program, now called Mālama Maui Nui, hosts a fundraiser in July to support continued community projects.





