Maui News
Maui Drivers Urged To Secure Loads Or Face Fine
Drivers are urged to secure their load for safer roads by using cargo nets, bungees, tarps, sheets or rope.
Aloha Initiative Launches Clothing Drive for Arriving Families
Organizers of the Aloha Initiative today launched a clothing drive for families arriving in Hawai’i from Japan.
VIDEO: Ukumehame Brush Fire Contained; Sparked by Construction
Fire Services Chief Lee Mainaga said the two acre fire originated when workers were cutting concrete at a pump station in the area.
Maui Recognized in Forbes and Parents Magazines
The beauty and intellectual appeal of Maui are among topics featured in two recent national publications.
Lawmakers Discuss New Mortgage Foreclosure Law
A joint informational briefing will be held this week to discuss the state’s new home mortgage foreclosure law.
Changes Made to Hawai’i Retirement System
Governor Neil Abercrombie signed into law House Bill 1038, designed to address the state’s retirement system.
New Contract Houses Hawaii Inmates in Arizona
The state awarded a new contract to house inmates on the mainland saying there is not enough prison space in Hawaii to accommodate their return home at this time.
3 Maui Students Awarded 2011 HMSA Scholarships
The Maui recipients were Zachary Pezzillo, Miracle Helekahi, and Chris Nunokawa. The awards were based on outstanding high school achievements.
Maui Officer Arrested on Theft Warrant
The allegations stem from an investigation in which police say Marzoeki failed to submit property that was voluntarily turned over to him.
Traditional Poi Preparation Protected Under New Law
The lead advocate and inspiration of the pai ai bill, Daniel Anthony, will be on Maui July 1 to 2, 2011 for a kui ai demonstration and workshop.
Road Resurfacing Continues Near Kehalani Subdivision
Ongoing road resurfacing work will result in the closure of the Honoapiilani Highway in both directions near the Kehalani Subdivision in Wailuku.
Pflueger Indictment Upheld in Ka Loko Deaths
The Intermediate Court of Appeals released a decision Thursday affirming the State of Hawaii’s indictment of defendant James H. Pflueger on seven counts of manslaughter.
Emergency Rules Enacted at Kane’ohe Sandbar
The area, known historically as Ahu o Laka has experienced overcrowding and increased incidents involving drugs and alcohol in recent years.
Pilot Project Establishes Tours of Honouliuli
The site was used during World War II as a confinement area where Japanese Americans were detained.
Budget Won’t Restore Government Functions, Says Abercrombie
Governor Neil Abercrombie today signed the legislative budget bill into law, but said the document requires the Administration to operate with hundreds of millions less than what is necessary to restore core government functions.
Akaka Introduces Bill to Improve Native Education
The Native CLASS Act contains a set of provisions that address language and culture-based education, local control and parental involvement, and teacher training and development.
Special Fund Dollars Support Hawai’i School Repairs
As federal funding become less available, Act 150 supports continuation of the Hawaii 3R’s work by allowing it to receive money from the School Level Minor Repairs and Maintenance Special Fund.
Hotel Hāna-Maui Becomes Travaasa Hāna on June 30
A name and branding change at the Hotel Hana Maui goes into effect later this month, marking a new chapter for a storied property in East Maui.
Conversation with Poet Laureate W.S. Merwin Televised
Poet Laureate, W.S. Merwin shares his thoughts on creativity, conservation and communication in a conversation from his home on Maui.
Schofield Soldier Killed in Combat in Afghanistan
Pfc. Joshua L. Jetton, 21, of Seibring, Florida, died June 20 in the Kunar Province of Afghanistan.
