Maui News
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.
No Firecracker Sales on Maui, Novelty Sale Starts June 29
Local retailers on Maui have decided not to sell fire crackers for the upcoming 4th of July holiday. They will however, be selling novelty items…
Maui First-Time Homebuyer’s Grant Program Returns
Now in its 3rd year, the 1st Time Homebuyer Grant Program offers qualified applicants up to $15,000 for towards a home.
Trash Collection Changes Made in Molokai and Hana
The permanent change, beginning on June 29, 2011, is being implemented to provide more reliable service, and to reduce operating costs.
New Law Expands Hawai’i’s Broadband Technology
By Wendy Osher Governor Neil Abercrombie signed a bill into law yesterday that expands broadband access in Hawai’i. The ultra high-speed internet access provides for the transfer of large amounts of data, that may not be technically feasible with Hawai’i’s current broadband connectivity. In signing the bill yesterday, the Governor said, “Expanding broadband is one […]
Honoapiilani Traffic Advisory 1:45 p.m. 6/22/11
Maui Police reopened the Honoapiilani Hwy (30) at 2 p.m. Vehicles have since been moved to the side, and the highway is completely open.
VIDEO: 7 Canoes on Historic Voyage Make Maui Stop
Seven voyaging canoes sailing across the Pacific, arrived in West Maui this morning as part of Te Mana o Te Moana.
Progress Measured In Hawaii Race To the Top Grant
Federal and state education leaders met in Hawaii this week to monitor the progress of education in Hawaii following the distribution of a $75 million Race to the Top grant.
Maui Growing Dreams Fundraiser Goes Retro
Retro Color Explosion is the theme of the upcoming signature fundraising event for Maui Youth & Family Services. Now in it’s 11th year…
VIDEO: Disabled Sailing Vessel Towed to Lahaina Harbor
The sailing vessel was en route from Marina del Rey to Ko Olina pier when it encountered difficulties 118 miles NE of Maui.
Abercrombie Signs 15 More Bills into Law
Governor Neil Abercrombie signed into law fifteen more measures yesterday, bringing to 146 the number of Acts that have been signed to date.
Permit Sought for Urchin Studies off Maui
Researchers are requesting permits to conduct underwater studies of urchin species in the Kahekili Herbivore Management Area on Maui.
Maui Water Quality Focus of Wellhead Protection
The ordinance applies to areas surrounding drinking water wells and restricts land uses that can threaten ground water.
A&B Gives $435,000 to Maui Charities in 2010
A number of Maui organizations and the people who support them were highlighted including Cubby Vicens, Garret Hew and Mark Vaught.
