Maui News
Wailuku First Friday Honors Maui Serviceman Vickers
To honor Kraig Vickers and let Sgt. Vickers know how much he is appreciated, event organizers decided to dedicate tonight’s festivities to the memory of Senior Chief Petty Officer Vickers.
News Brief: Accident Slows Friday Morning Olowalu Commute
The accident was reported before 8:30 a.m., and the road was cleared within the hour, but reports of traffic delays lasted throughout the morning.
20th Anniversary Stopping the Bombing of Kahoʻolawe
The Protect Kahoolawe Ohana celebrates its 20th Anniversary in stopping the military bombing on the island of Kahoolawe.
UPDATE: Female Body Found at Nakalele; Male Survives Cliff Jump
Maui police continue a criminal investigation involving the recovery of the body of an unknown, unresponsive woman near Nakalele Point last night.
Volunteers Sought For Maui Marathon
The Maui Marathon course is considered one of the most scenic marathon courses in the world. It starts in Kahului at the Queen Ka\’ahumanu Center and continue to Whalers Village in Ka\’anapali.
Maui Motorcyclist Suffers Fatal Injuries
A 31-year-old Wailuku man who was injured in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash last month has since died from his injuries. Maui police have identified the man…
Traffic Delays Due to Honoapiilani Accident
Responding crews have since moved the vehicles to the side of the road, but it may take some time for traffic to resume its normal flow.
Maui Observes Preparedness Month
The County of Maui is reaching out to spread the word on emergency preparedness as part of National Preparedness month in September.
Mayor: HNU Energy Fits With County Objectives
Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa congratulated HNU-Energy, after the company was selected to represent the County of Maui at the APEC conference this Fall.
7 Hawaii Red Cross Volunteers Deploy After Hurricane Irene
A total of seven local Hawaii Red Cross volunteers are deploying to assist victims of Hurricane Irene. Since Friday, the Red Cross has provided about 52,000 overnight shelter stays.
Remains of Maui Serviceman Return Home; Flags Lowered
The remains of a Maui service member killed in Afghanistan return to Maui today. Kraig Vickers, 36, was among 30 service members killed on August 6 when their CH-47 Chinook helicopter crashed in the Wardak province.
News Brief: Kalama Skate Park Closed for Renovations
The County of Maui announced today that the Kalama Park Skateboard Park in Kihei will be closed for renovations from August 31 to September 1, 2011. The Skateboard Park will reopen on Friday, September 2. They Parks and Recreation Department apologized for the inconvenience.
Salaveria Named Deputy Director Of State Finance
Salaveria’s appointment takes effect on September 1. He replaces Dean Hirata, who resigned on July 30, 2011, and will serve as the Deputy under Director Kalbert Young, of Maui.
Monthly Siren and EAS Test, September 1
The monthly test of the Civil Defense sirens and Emergency Alert System (EAS) takes place on Thursday, September 1, 2011 at 11:45 a.m.
Maui Commemorates 150 Anniversary of St. Joseph Church
Maui’s St. Joseph Catholic Church celebrates the 150th anniversary of its founding this year. In commemoration of the event, a ceremonial resolution will be introduced by Councilmember Mike White this week.
March Planned in Opposition to Waihee Fees and Waivers
Family members connected to the Waihee ahupuaa are planning a march on Saturday amid a dispute over traditional access rights to the Valley. As of last week, Wailuku Water Company had constructed a 20 foot fence across the trail back near the Swinging Bridges.
Upper Kula Water Change Due To Drought
The County of Maui Department of Water Supply will begin reducing production at the Olinda Water Treatment Facility tomorrow due to near empty conditions at the Upper Kula reservoirs.
Public Hearing Wednesday on Auwahi Conservation Plan
By Wendy Osher The state Department of Land and Natural Resources will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, August 31 on a draft habitat conservation plan for the proposed Auwahi windfarm. The hearing will begin at 7 p.m. at the Mayor Hannibal Tavares Community Center, multipurpose room in Pukalani. The habitat conservation plan outlines measures […]
Maui Photographer Gets Shot at National Geographic
Coombs is featured in the category for Family and Community for a photo she took while on a whale watching trip. Online votes are being accepted through September 15, 2011.
Hannemann to Enter 2012 Congressional Race
Former Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann today announced his plans to seek the Democratic nomination for the 2nd Congressional District Seat in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2012.
