Maui News
Lānaʻi Wind Project Expected to Surface at Public Meetings
The US Department of Energy hosts a public scoping meeting in Kahului tonight to discuss alternative energy projects that support the state in its goal of achieving 70% clean energy by 2030.
Crews Fight Small Brush Fire in Puamana
The fire was reported at 2:55 p.m. on Sunday, September 16, 2012, and burned an estimated 1,500 square feet before being brought under control at 3:06 p.m., officials said.
UPDATE: Male Struck in Paia Hit-and-Run Dies
Authorities say passing motorists found the male on the side of the road. Resuscitation attempts were not initiated due to the extent of the injuries suffered by the patient.
Visitor Pulled From Water on Lana’i
Bystanders say that the man dove into the water from the shoreline and struck his head on the ocean bottom. When the patient did not surface, bystanders went into the water and pulled him to the shoreline
Vehicle Flips on Pali Section of Honoapiilani, Road OPEN
A motor vehicle accident involving a flipped vehicle was reported on the Pali section of the Honoapiilani at around 2:45 on Sunday, September 16, 2012.
Paia 4th Friday Town Party Nixed
The County announced an end to the Fourth Friday Town Party in Paia, and has decided to open dialogue with Kihei instead. Officials said the county could not overcome the traffic and safety issues associated with the Paia event.
Group Opposed to Cane Burning Plans Protest
A group of Maui residents opposed to cane burning have organized a sign waving event to raise awareness about their plight.
Hawai’i Gets Funds for Healthier School Meals
Hawaii is the recipient of a new $233,000 grant from the US Department of Agriculture to support schools in meeting new meal requirements.
Grants Awarded to Native Hawaiian Doctoral Students
The University of Hawai’i is the recipient of a $110,000 grant from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. The funds will be used to assist Native Hawaiian students who are pursuing doctoral degrees.
10 Maui Burglaries Reported Sept. 2 to 8, 2012
There were three incidents in Kula; two incidents in Kihei; and one incident each in Haiku, Kahului, Lahaina, Makawao, and Wailuku.
Maui Pilot Gets Probation For Illegal Transport of Deer
Veteran Maui pilot Leroy Hauptman will also provide 500 hours of helicopter service toward eliminating invasive species on the Big Island.
Hawai’i Broadcasters Gives $46,000 in Scholarships
The Hawaii Association of Broadcasters has awarded $46,300 in academic scholarships to students pursuing careers in the broadcast industry.
Transportation of Auwahi Wind Turbine Components to Begin
Large semi-trucks carrying the “super loads” will travel from a staging site near Kahului Harbor through South Maui to the Auwahi Wind site starting on Tuesday, September 18.
Sen. Solomon Defends Public Land Development Corporation
Solomon, who voted in favor of the PLDC said her hopes were for residents to benefit from the thousands of acres held in the public trust. She issued a press release to dispel what she called “misinformation” regarding the intent of the vision of the entity.
Sentencing Scheduled for Maui Pilot in Deer Case
Sentencing is set for today for a Maui man accused of the illegal transport of axis deer to the Big Island.
17th Annual Maui Disability Alliance Issues Forum
The 17th Annual Maui Disability Alliance Issues Forum takes place today, featuring a panel discussion focused on disability issues including employment, transportation, education, health care, and housing.
Vehicle Crashes Into Sugar Cane Train
Maui police say the vehicle, a 2001 Honda sedan, was traveling East on Puukolii Road, when it failed to come to a stop at the train crossing.
Hawai’i Joins in Honoring Victims of Attack in Libya
Flags are flying at half staff today through September 15, 2012, in honor of the US Ambassador to Libya and other American personnel that were killed yesterday in an attack on the US Consulate in Benghazi.
$13M for Maui Airport, Hospital in Improvements Fund
$13 million was released today for Capital Improvement Projects at Maui’s Kahului Airport and the Maui Memorial Medical Center out of the total $147 million for the state.
Get the Drift and Bag It, Maui Coastal Cleanup
Community Work Day Program’s annual “Get the Drift and Bag it” coastal cleanup event takes place at four locations across the island this Saturday, September 15, 2012.
