Maui News
Equipment Identified as Cause of Lānaʻi Power Outage
“The line that came down was an original copper line that had already been identified for repair prior to the incident on Wednesday,” said MECO officials.
“The Mortgage Store” Owners Indicted for Alleged Ponzi Scheme
The 17 count indictment was handed down by a federal grand jury yesterday against George Lindell, 65, and Holly Hoaeae, 39.
Maui’s Hāmoa Beach Included on Dr. Beach List
Kahanamoku Beach in Waikīkī on Oʻahu took 2nd and Hāmoa Beach in the East Maui town of Hāna was 4th in the annual ranking.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawaiʻi After 8.2 Sea of Okhotsk Earthquake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a 8.2 preliminary magnitude earthquake in the Sea of Okhotsk reported at 7:45 p.m. 5/23/13.
Free Maui Farmers Resource Workshop, June 13
In addition to learning about the services offered by state and federal governments, farmers can also earn two credits towards their Restricted Use Pesticide re-certification.
Aloha Council Votes to Lift Ban on Gay Scouts
The vote effectively lifts a ban on openly gay scouts, who previously would have been rejected from participating in the organization.
Naval Destroyer to be Named After Senator Inouye
The USS Daniel Inouye will posthumously honor the former senator who was a a World War II veteran, a recipient of the Medal of Honor, the second longest serving senator in history, and the third in line for presidential succession.
Hundreds Register for Maui Solar Summit, Event Moves to MACC
The Solar Summit takes place this Friday, May 24, and is designed to answer questions about the future of the solar industry and photovoltaic systems in the county.
Flower Harvest Precedes “Blossoms for the Brave” Event
Retirees and volunteers from the Kaunoa Senior Center began gathering flowers yesterday as they prepare to join the public in stringing some 2,500 lei to be placed on the graves of veterans for Memorial Day.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawaiʻi after 2 Quakes Near Tonga
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a 7.4 preliminary magnitude earthquake near the Tonga and Fiji region, according to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center.
BRIEF: Accident on Mokulele Hwy Slows Morning Commute
The accident is in the vicinity of the Central Maui Base Yard Road and reportedly involved three vehicles, according to witness accounts.
Clause Dangerous to Maui’s Sugar Industry Rejected by US Senate
The US Senate has rejected a measure that would have likely killed off Maui’s sole remaining sugar plantation and crippled the nation’s sugar producers.
2013 Hurricane Season Outlook Calls for 1 to 3 Cyclones
The 2013 Central Pacific Hurricane Season outlook calls for a 70% chance of a below-normal season, with 1 to 3 tropical cyclones to affect the central Pacific this season.
Quarantine Issued on Movement of Bulls in Hawaiʻi
A quarantine order was issued yesterday on the movement of bulls between herds within the state to prevent the spread of Bovine Trichomoniasis, a venereal disease found in cattle.
Suit Filed on Maui Against The Salvation Army
The suit alleges gross negligence claiming that instead of terminating an employee following allegations of child sex abuse more than 50 years ago, the organization allegedly transferred the individual and utilized his services on Maui.
Cleanup of Vessel Debris at Māla Continues
Officials with the DLNR issued an update saying work continues today to remove three larger remaining pieces of debris from the 38-foot “Triple Play” trimaran, as well as small foam pieces that washed ashore.
Mechanical Problems Delay Trash Pickup in East Maui
The route that was scheduled for pickup today (Wednesday, May 22), but has been rescheduled for Saturday, May 25, according to a county announcement.
Hawaiʻi Volunteers Ready if Needed in Aftermath of Oklahoma Tornado
Local volunteers with the Hawaiʻi Red Cross are on alert and are ready to be deployed if requested in the wake of Monday’s deadly tornadoes in Okahoma, agency officials said.
UPDATE: Motorcyclist Succumbs to Injuries from April Crash in Pāʻia
A Maui man died today after being hospitalized for more than three weeks with critical injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash last month in Pāʻia. Police have since identified the man as…
Maui Tsunami Evacuation Maps Updated
Maps were created for Kahakuloa Village and the East Maui community of Keʻanae which had not previously been mapped, according to county officials.
