Maui News
Hawaii-Based Marine Casualties Identified
The identities of the six Hawaii-based marines killed in a helicopter crash in southern Afghanistan has since been released. Defense officials say the Marines died January 19, 2012 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan.
Pelim. Magnitude 5.0 Kilauea Earthquake, No Tsunami Threat
There is no tsunami expected following a preliminary 5.0 magnitude earthquake off the south flank of the Kilauea Volcano on Hawaii Island.
UPDATE: Extra Enforcement Puts “Tail Spin” on Return of Vessel to Molokai
A group of about 40 protesters returned to Kaunakakai Harbor on Molokai on Saturday as the Safari Explorer vessel resumed port calls to the island. Despite an agreement in place, demonstrators expressed anger and resentment over additional enforcement presence saying it, “brought out many more protesters, and made things worse.”
UPDATE: Kahikinui Brush Fire Burns 30 Acres, 100% Contained
Crews from the Maui Fire Department’s Air-1 helicopter returned at first light this morning to conduct a few water drops. Ground crews will also continue mopping up hot spots within the burned area today.
Car Impaled by Guardrail in Waiale Accident
The vehicle struck the guardrail; and then became impaled by the guardrail–which went through the front windshield and exited through the back windshield. The 22-year-old woman driving the car was transported to Maui Memorial Medical Center with non-life-threatening head injuries
Bicyclist Critically Injured Below Ulupalakua Ranch
The bicyclist, described as an elderly male, struck a guardrail and fell about 10 feet down a ditch, according to accident reports. Authorities say man was medivaced to Maui Memorial Medical Center with chest injuries and multiple traumatic injuries to his extremities.
Hawaii Senate Confirms Maui Attorney as District Court Judge
Mimi DesJardins was confirmed by the Hawaii State Senate today as Maui’s newest District Court of the Second Circuit. DesJardins fills the vacancy created by the promotion of the Honorable Judge Rhonda Loo to the Second Circuit Court on Maui.
Hana Gets New Landfill Recycling Center
East Maui residents will soon have a central location to recycle old plastics, newspaper, cardboard, aluminum, bi-metals and some plastics. The new Hana Landfill Recycling Center will open at 4 p.m. on Monday, January 24, 2012 at the Hana landfill across from the office on Waikoloa Road.
Hawaii Teachers Reject Contract, Weigh Options
Public school teachers in Hawaii voted against a proposed six year contract during a ratification vote yesterday. Beginning today, the HSTA will initiate a union-wide conversation about options going forward.
Hawaii-Based Marines Killed in Afghanistan Helicopter Crash
Authorities say they were part of the CH-53D Sea Stallion helicopter squadron, based of out Marine Corps Base Hawaii, at Kaneohe Bay. The release of identity of those killed is pending notification of next of kin.
Maui Paddling Program Targets At Risk Populations
The Maui Canoe Club recently took possession of three canoes that were specifically configured for larger paddlers. The design will allow current members to train and paddle together with those identified through the program as being at risk.
Maui Firefighter Death Unexpected
A 20 year veteran of the Maui Fire Department died while on duty last night at the Makawao Fire Station. Firefighter III, Duane Ibarra…
Vehicle Struck Monkeypod Tree in Fatal Makena Accident
Maui police say a man who died at the scene of an early morning crash in Makena did not die as a result of the crash. Authorities have since identified the man as 61-year-old Bernardo Ragamat.
Nahiku Crash Victim Identified
By Wendy Osher Maui police have positively identified a Hana woman killed in a traffic accident in Nahiku on Monday as 57-year-old Camile Ulani Combo. The woman suffered fatal injuries when the vehicle she was in traveled off the Hana Highway, dropping about 5 feet off of the makai side of the roadway. The accident […]
2012 Summer Tuition at UHMC Drops to $248
Tuition at the University of Maui College will drop $69 to $248 per credit hour for the 2012 Summer session. The reduction in summer tuition rates was approved today by the University of Hawaii Board of Regents as an incentive for Hawai‘i resident students to enroll in summer classes.
New Year’s Air Quality Improves with Fireworks Restrictions
At the Maui monitoring station, located at Hale Piilani Park in Kihei, the highest level of particulates was recorded at midnight between Dec. 31 and Jan. 1, when 27 PM2.5 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m3) was measured.
Hawaii Waves Have Energy and Job Potential
A new report released today estimates that waves off Hawaii’s coast contain enough energy to generate over 80 terawatt hours of electricity per year if developed to their maximum potential.
Makena Traffic Accident Cleared – Details Pending Release
Maui police reopened Makena Alanui Drive following an early morning accident just south of the Makena Resort. Check back for further details. We will post more information at MauiNow.com as it becomes available.
Honolulu Inter-Island Parking Structure 3 Week Closure
The Inter-Island Terminal Parking Structure at Honolulu International Airport will undergo an intermittent closure for about three weeks for steam cleaning maintenance. Authorities also say cleaning work is scheduled during a historically slow period in the travel season.
Hirono Hopes Votes will Help to Create Jobs
Hawaii Tourism officials have estimated that Hawaii could potentially see 6,000 new jobs created in the state as a result of the reforms in the Visit USA Act. She also voted against blocking the Obama Administration’s request to increase the US debt limit.
