Maui News
MPD Hosts Town Hall meeting on Molokai today
The Maui Police Department holds a fourth in a series of town hall meetings today (Wednesday, November 17, 2010), this time on Molokai. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at the Mitchell Pauole Center.
More than 2400 apply to work for Abercrombie Administration
The transition team for Governor-elect Neil Abercrombie began reviewing some 2,430 applications on Monday. The team continues to accept applications from
Maui Affordable Housing presentation Today
FACE MAUI’s Housing and Land Use Committee and will host an affordable housing presentation today, Tuesday, November 16, 2010, called “Affordable Housing …
Pedestrian killed in Kahului accident on Kaahumanu Ave
A 49-year-old man suffered fatal injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Kahului last night (Monday, November 1, 2010). The accident was reported at 9:48
Kahului Airport conducts Mass Casualty Emergency Response Exercise Today
The state Department of Transportation, Airports Division on Maui, will conduct a mass casualty emergency response exercise at the Kahului Airport today.
First Molokai Metal Recycling Event Since Facility Closure 11 Months Ago
A first of its kind metal recycling event begins today on the island of Molokai, 11 months after the island’s facility closure. A $200,625 contract for the …
Maui Road Advisory 11/15/10 10p
As a result of this accident, a pedestrian suffered fatal injuries. The 49-year-old man was in the roadway when he was struck by an oncoming vehicle on Kaahumanu Avenue near the Wharf Street intersection. The complete story is now posted
Applications being accepted for Maui County Boards, Councils, Commissions and Committees
Applications are now being accepted for a total of 60 vacant seats on various Boards, Councils, Commissions and Committees. The deadline to apply is Wednesday,
Pest poses threat to Kona Coffee farmers in Hawaii
The state department of agriculture will hold a committee meeting this week to discuss the Kona Coffee Berry Borer. The pest has been confirmed on 21 of the 65
Maui Island Plan poised for approval in 2011-2013 by incoming council
Maui County Councilmember Sol Kahoohalahala says the inaugural Maui Island Plan is well positioned to be enacted by the 2011-2013 council.
MPD Town Hall meetings on Lanai and Molokai this week
The Maui Police Department holds a third in a series of town hall meetings today (Monday, November 15, 2010), this time on Lanai. The meeting runs from 6 to 8
UH Center Maui hosts degree preparation workshops
Representatives from the University of Hawaii will visit Maui today to discuss upcoming online bachelor’s, master’s degree and certificate programs. Today’s
Pilot project to test functionality of 4-Way-Stop at Kahului intersection
The county’s public works department is testing the functionality of a four-way stop at the Lono/Papa Avenue intersection in Kahului. Upon completion of the
62 students receive Merit Scholarships as UHMC expands awards program
The University of Hawaii Maui College awarded 62 merit scholarships for the 2010-2011 school year. While UHMC has previously awarded merit scholarships in the past, the $96,500
Lawmakers: Akaka Bill ‘as good as dead’
Congressional insiders say that the so-called Akaka Bill is as good as dead.
Herman Andaya Jr appointed Chief of Staff for incoming Arakawa Admin
Mayor-Elect Alan Arakawa today named Herman Andaya, Jr. as his chief of staff in his second announcement of leadership positions in the Arakawa administration.
Lanai Council won by Hokama, but Lanai residents cast votes for challenger
On the island of Lanai, former councilman Riki Hokama reclaimed his seat, winning 35 out of 39 precincts. But the district where he resides, voted in favor of
Bob Carroll reclaims East Maui but does best at Kamalii and Haiku
In one of the closest races on the Maui ballot, a mere 59 votes determined the winner in the East Maui council race. Council-member-elect Robert “Bob” Carroll, ended up ahead in 21 out of 39 precincts.
Arakawa puts out call for best and brightest
Mayor-elect Alan Arakawa last night initiated a search for appointed staff of his new administration. His call for the “best and the brightest” instructs
Hawaiian adds Maui to Oakland holiday route
Hawaiian Airlines announced the addition of special flights to its regular schedule to accommodate increased holiday traffic. The added flights include routes
