Maui News
What’s open and closed on Maui? Holiday Closures
All County of Maui offices will be closed on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve this year.
Lāna‘i Visitors Bureau Turns to Social Networking in New Campaign
For the next six months, a team of seven high profile bloggers will post information, video and photographs sharing their authentic travel experience of Lanai.
Landfill and Refuse Collection Holiday 2010 Schedule for Maui
Landfills in Maui County will be closed on Christmas Day and New Years Day, but will operate on a reduced schedule on the eve of both holidays
Kailua Security Zone Precedes President’s Arrival
The security measures are being implemented in coordination with the planned arrival of President Barack Obama, who is expected to wrap up work with Congress before taking time off for the holidays in Hawaii.
Rob Parsons Re-Appointed Environmental Coordinator for Maui
Environmental advocate, Rob Parsons returns to his old post as Environmental Coordinator for the County of Maui.
Abercrombie Submits Initial Version of State Budget
The governor plans to request emergency appropriations in January for Medicaid, the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program, and operating requirements for the Offices of the Governor and Lt. Governor.
Milestone Reached with PhD awards in Hawaiian Language
The University of Hawaii at Hilo presented two doctorates in Hawaiian and Indigenous Language and Culture Revitalization over the weekend.
Appointments made for Hawaii Health Team and DOT Deputy Director
The state Department of Health will be led by Dr. Neal Palafox under the new Abercrombie administration. The appointment is subject to Senate confirmation.
Hawaii in Path of Total Lunar Eclipse Tonight
The event will be visible, weather permitting at 9:42 p.m. Hawaii Time, with the moon becoming completely immersed in the Earth’s Shadow.
Honolulu Attorney Louie Appointed Attorney General
Governor Neil Abercrombie announced the appointment of David M. Louie as Attorney General for Hawaii.
3.8 Magnitude Earthquake 25 Miles From Wailuku -UPDATE
Moderate earthquake rattles Kahoolawe. No tsunami expected.
Mick Fleetwood joins Maui Memorial Medical Foundation Board
Mick Fleetwood, legendary drummer and co-founding member of Fleetwood Mac, and a Maui resident, joins the Maui Memorial Medical Center Foundation Board of Directors.
Ridao Appointed Director of Housing for Incoming Admin
Maui’s Jo-Ann Ridao was selected as the County’s incoming director for the Department of Housing & Human Concerns. Ridao currently serves as the Deputy Director
State to Break Ground on Hana Boat Ramp Improvements
Groundbreaking for a $3.8 million improvement project at Hana Boat Ramp begins next week. A ceremony marking the start of the project will take place at noon on Thursday, December 23, followed by an informational meeting from 1-2 p.m. to address community concerns.
Atlantis Submarines celebrates 5 year anniversary of Carthaginian artificial reef
Five years ago this week, Lahaina’s Carthaginian was transformed into an artificial reef by Atlantis Submarines. The 97-foot whaling vessel was sunk a half mile offshore of Lahaina
Kahului Library to Reopen After 10 Month Closure
The Kahului Public Library in Central Maui will reopen on January 4, 2011, following the completion of an air-conditioner replacement project that took longer than anticipated.
Child Burned Stepping in Buried Coals
A toddler was injured after stepping into buried charcoal this weekend, prompting a reminder to the public about the dangers of illegal ground fires at the beach.
Kaumalapau and Honoapiilani Road Work: December 18-24
An ongoing project in Lahaina involves pavement striping installation. Work on the Honoapiilani Highway between Aholo Road and Lahainaluna Road will result
Manhunt Leads to Capture of Fugitive Couple
A man and wife accused of running an alleged Ponzi scheme that targeted primarily Hawaii residents, were arrested today in Arizona.
New Non-Resident Entry Fee Begins at ‘Akaka Falls
Two months after implementing a non-resident parking fee at Iao on Maui, a new $5 per car fee went into effect today at Akaka Falls on the Big Island.
