Maui News
Man Wanted For Questioning in Sail Theft at Maalaea Harbor
The public’s help is sought in locating Angel Augusto, 32, wanted for questioning regarding the theft of sails from a vehicle at Maalaea Harbor.
Green Party of Hawai’i Obtains Ballot Access for 2012
The Green Party of Hawai’i has successfully completed a recent petition drive, and gained certification to receive ballot access in partisan races in Hawai’i, for the 2012 election cycle.
BE A JERK Campaign Gets Off to Positive Start
Several events are being held on Maui as concerned youth and community members remind adults to Be A Jerk and not buy alcohol for anyone under the age of 21.
La Ola Solar Farm Now Operating at Full Capacity
The system produces enough power to meet the demand of more than 400 households on Lānaʻi, and saves an estimated 5,000 barrels of oil from being imported annually.
6 UH Regents Confirmed
Among the newly confirmed members is Carl Carlson Jr., who will serve as the representative for Hawai’i County. Carlson is originally from Maui and is a Baldwin High School Graduate.
Hilo Man Seriously Injured in Small Plane Crash
A 68-year-old Hilo man is in serious condition following a small plane crash in Oʻokala this morning. The incident was reported at 10:45 a.m. near the 30-mile marker of Route 19 (Hawaii Belt Road).
Walmart Donates $115,000 Refrigerated Truck to Maui Food Bank
The vehicle will be used to ensure the transport of fresh fruit, vegetables, and other nutritious foods to benefit people on Maui suffering from hunger.
West Maui Skate Park to Open
West Maui will soon have its own skate park. Mayor Alan Arakawa and the Department of Parks and Recreation will officially open the West Maui Skate Park on Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at 9 a.m.
BRIEF: Kalama Skate Park to Close for Maintenance
The Maui Department of Parks and Recreation will close down Kalama Skate Park from April 23 to April 27, 2012 for regular maintenance.
Vendor, Parade Participants Sought for Na Kamehameha Parade
This year, the event will celebrate Hawai’i’s ali’i through the State Commission theme: “Holomua Kamehameha” – Honoring the 125 years of Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop’s educational legacy.
Unique Seashell Collection Digitized by UH
This initiative is an excellent demonstration of how digital technologies can be applied to increase public access to university collections and to add-value to an underutilized reference collection.
Correctional Officer Indicted on Sex Assault Allegations
According to indictment, Seaman engaged in illegal sexual acts with a detainee at FDC while the detainee was under his custodial authority.
Hirono Named Geography Legislator of the Year
The National Geographic Society Education Foundation named Congresswoman Mazie K. Hirono of Hawai’i as a Geography Legislator of the Year for her steadfast support for improving K-12 geography education.
3 Acre Hahana Road Fire Burns Small Structure
A three-acre brush fire in Haiku was called extinguished at 7:25 p.m. on Wednesday, April 18, 2012. The blaze destroyed a 200-square-foot structure, and brush in the area of Hahana Road.
2 Pulled From Maui Waters in Near Drownings
Emergency responders assisted with two separate incidents on Wednesday in which individuals were pulled from waters off of Maui. In the first incident, authorities say an 83-year-od woman was pulled from the water fronting the Hale Pau Hana in Kihei.
President Declares Disaster for Hawaii’s March Storm
The funding specifically covers emergency work and repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe storms, flooding, and landslides in Kauai County. Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.
Ocean Resources Focus of Listening Sessions
The update includes an evaluation of the first five years of implementation, identifying areas of focus for the next five years, and determining how the plan should be refined or changed to incorporate new issues.
UHMC Writing Project 2012 Begins In June
Maui educators have an opportunity to learn new motivational writing practices and strategies for their students at the annual 2012 Hawai’i Writing Project Invitational Summer Institute at UHMC.
Legislature Approves Bill for Emergency Release of Cell Records
Lawmakers approved a bill that will require cell phone or communication service providers to assist law enforcement agencies in determining the location of a cell phone in emergency situations.
Sticker Shock Calls on Maui Adults to “Be A Jerk”
By Wendy Osher The Hawaii All-Stars cheerleaders will lead a “Be A Jerk” sticker shock and sign waving campaign this Saturday, April 21, 2012, at Minit Stop in Wailuku. “Be A Jerk” is an award-winning campaign launched to reduce youth access to alcohol by changing community practice, knowledge and policy. The effort focuses on community […]





