Maui News
Lahaina Force Main Project Runs Into Unforeseen Problems
Officials from the county Department of Environmental Management say crews unexpectedly ran into large boulders under the highway, slowing construction speed and traffic in the area.
Uakea Road Now Open Following Hana Storm
Uakea Road in East Maui is now open following a severe storm in March that washed out the rural road on the approach to Hana Town.
Maui Hospital to Participate in World’s Largest Maritime Exercise
The Maui Memorial Medical Center is the only neighbor island hospital participating in the exercise. It is also the first time that US hospitals are participating in the RIMPAC event.
Beverage Container Fee Increases by Half Cent
The deposit fee for beverage containers in Hawai’i will increase by a half-cent to keep the successful HI-5 recycling program in operation for two more years.
Hawaii to Get $12.7M for Native Hawaiian Affordable Housing
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development today announced the award of $12.7 million in funding for affordable housing for low-income native Hawaiian families.
BRIEF: Trash in Haiku Not Picked Up
Officials with the County of Maui Solid Waste Division say mechanical problems are to blame for a missed trash route in Haiku today.
Upcountry Priority List for Water Meters Updated
The list is dated June 30, 2012, and currently has a total of 1,474 requests for building permit applications, subdivisions, and water service requests received as of June 27, 2012.
DMVL Satellite Offices Close for System Upgrades
The upgrade replaces a 12-year-old system, and brings the department’s cashiering operations into compatibility with current software. The upgrade also offers an opportunity to enhance and integrate new technologies which will improve processing and expand payment options for the community.
Kama’aina Come Home Expo Slated for August
A job fair and expo is planned next month to help former Hawaii residents and mainland college students interested in returning to the islands.
Shriners Hospitals to Hold Outreach Clinics on Maui
Shriners Hospitals for Children in Honolulu will hold outreach clinics at the Masonic Temple-Lodge Maui, at 190 West Kamehameha Avenue, July 25-27, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
Wind Advisory Issued for Haleakala Summit
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a wind advisory for the Haleakala Summit, including Haleakala National Park above 6,000 feet, in effect until 6 p.m.
Kihei Man Gets Probation for Promotion of Gambling
Kihei resident Richard Oliverio is on five years probation for a sports bookmaking operation that investigators said took in 318 wagers totaling more than $44,290 in a three-week period.
Male,18, Dies After Fall From Hana Bridge
An 18-year-old male visitor reportedly died from a 50-foot fall off the bridge near Makapipi Falls just past mile-post 25 on Hana Highway at approximately 1:51 p.m.
Promoter Says UH Deposit Was Sent to Wonder
Promoter Bob Peyton, who booked the now-canceled Stevie Wonder concert, told a Honolulu television station late Friday afternoon that the University of Hawaii’s deposit money has been located, although verification of the transaction remains unofficial.
MPD Needs Help Finding Haiku’s Collier
Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a 48-year-old Haiku man who was last seen on June 30.
Research Shows Students Should Take 15 Credits
The University of Hawai’i System encourages full-time students at any of its two- or four-year campuses to take 15 credits per semester to graduate on time.
Other UH Employees to Face Investigation Re Stevie Wonder
As many as six more University of Hawaii officials in different departments may face review in their respective roles to the botched Stevie Wonder fundraising concert.
Maui Costco Gas Opens at Low $3.99
Costco Wholesale on Maui opened a gas station this morning, selling regular unleaded gas at $3.99 and premium for $4.19 for a gallon.
BRIEF: Costco Gas Opens on Maui
The twenty pump station off of Haleakala Highway is said to the largest gas station of any Costco store in the nation.
Maui’s Operation Kill Pill Nets 6 Grand Jury Indictments
Grand jury indictments were obtained against six individuals who were identified in an undercover operation aimed at addressing the illegal distribution of prescription pills and other narcotics at Kalama Park in South Maui.
