Maui News
Holiday Alcohol Ban At Sandbar Could Become Permanent
A temporary ban on alcohol, drugs, and unruly behavior at Ahu o Laka (the Kane‘ohe sandbar) could become permanent for three-day weekends under a rule being considered by the state. The action seeks to extend an emergency 120-day rule that was enacted in June, 2011, that covered the Fourth of July, Admission Day and Labor Day holiday weekends this year.
Electric Powered Mitsubishi to be Delivered to Hawaii’s First Retail Customer
Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) and Cutter Mitsubishi will host the event to officially make the first customer delivery of the all-new, affordably-priced, 100% electric-powered 2012 Mitsubishi i electric vehicle.
Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber Appoints Gomes to Board
In her role as Membership Chair, Doreen Napua Gomes aims to solidify the membership of 300 and create a system for membership development.
BRIEF: MECO Project Aimed at Improving Service to South Maui
The purpose of the project is to ensure the reliability of electrical service for the South Maui Area. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Kamalii Elementary School Cafeteria in Kihei.
12 Maui Burglaries Reported Nov. 27 to Dec. 3, 2011
The incidents included three cases in Lahaina; two cases each in Kaanapali, Kihei, and Wailuku; and single cases in Haiku, Kahului and Kula.
2 Stabbed in Kahului Altercation
A 30-year-old male suspect who was fishing in the area was arrested for alleged assault in the second degree, and was released pending further investigation.
500 Maui Seniors Fed, 5,000 Bags of Rice Distributed
The Maui Hotel and Lodging Association is extending it’s hospitality to the community this holiday season with heaps of rice and a senior feast.
Approvals sought for 65 Acre Central Maui Park
The 65-acre park would be part of the 2550-unit master planned Waiale community, proposed for development along the Kuihelani Highway.
Eerie Eclipse Due in Hawaii Skies Early Saturday
Sky watchers will have the opportunity to view a total lunar eclipse from Hawaii in the early morning hours on Saturday, December 10, 2011.
BRIEF: OHA Board to Vote on Mossman Vacancy
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs will host a meeting on Maui next week as they move towards filling the Maui vacancy created by the resignation of former Trustee Boyd P. Mossman.
Survey Participation Urged for Maui Transportation Providers
Survey results will be compiled and distributed to better educate the public and to facilitate coordination of transportation services.
ACLU Urges Investigation Into Pepper Spray Use on Haka Dancers
The ACLU of Utah is calling for an investigation into a recent incident in which a group of football fans performing a Polynesian Haka dance, were pepper sprayed by police.
Medicare’s Open Enrollment Deadline is Today
Today is the deadline for people with Medicare to change or choose their coverage for drug and health plans for next year. In Hawaii, there are more than 200,000 seniors receiving Medicare benefits.
Hawaii Reflects on 70th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor Attack
Today marks the 70th anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor. The Japanese attack on December 7, 1941 brought the US into World War II.
Fire Causes $230,000 Damage to Kula Ohana Unit
A Kula ohana unit sustained an estimated $230,000 in damage during an early morning fire on Tuesday, December 6, 2011. The fire was reported at 5:12 a.m. on Kamila Place in Kula.
Bicyclist Dies in Makawao Collision
A bicyclist from British Columbia suffered fatal injuries after colliding with a multipurpose vehicle in Makawao on Sunday. The accident was reported at 9:24 a.m. (Sunday, December 4, 2011) on Makawao Avenue just north of Kee Road.
BRIEF: Maui Finance Dept. Closed for Training Dec. 13, 2011
Division offices for the Maui Department of Finance will be closed on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 in order to conduct staff training.
Kaheawa Amends Permit to Address Protected Species
The amendment, if approved, would reduce the level of authorized incidental take of the endangered Hawaiian petrel (uau) and the threatened Newell’s shearwater (ao), in the course of operating the windfarm.
Maui Memorial Medical Center Blesses New Labyrinth
A new labyrinth was blessed recently at the Maui Memorial Medical Center (MMMC), providing an opportunity for healing of patients, staff and families, as they release physical, emotional and spiritual stresses.
New System Significantly Improves Public Assistance Turnaround
A new system to handle processing of public assistance is achieving “same-day” results for the public, according to the state’s Department of Human Services.
