Maui News
Happy 4th of July! Where to go and what to do on Maui
By Wendy Osher The Maui Chamber of Commerce hosts the 10th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Celebration in Lahaina on Sunday. The event includes food, shopping entertainment, and the only public fireworks display on Maui beginning at 8 p.m. Front Street will be closed from 4 to 9 p.m. on Sunday to accommodate the celebration. […]
Search for missing diver off Maui continues
The U.S. Coast Guard continues a search for an Olowalu man who went missing from a fishing boat Friday (July 2, 2010) afternoon. 45-year-0ld Edward A. Hickey of Olowalu Village was diving from the boat “Aulani” at around 2:30 p.m. Friday, when he went missing in waters between Maui, Molokai and Lanai. Authorities say the […]
Three hospitalized following single car crash near Waiko Rd
One person is in critical condition and two others are in serious condition following an early morning accident on Maui today (Saturday, July 3, 2010). The single-car accident was reported at 2:04 a.m. on the Honoapiilani Highway between Kuikahi Drive and Waiko Road. According to police reports, a 2005 Infinity G35 sedan, operated by a […]
House will not call for special veto override session
State House Speaker Calvin Say announced today that he would not call for a special session to override Governor Linda Lingle’s vetoes. On June 21, 2010, the Governor released to the Legislature a list of 39 bills that were intended for veto. The list included bills on public safety, civil unions, homelessness, and education. The […]
Lanai 18th Annual Pineapple Festival: July 3, 2010
The Lanai Community Association holds the 18th annual Pineapple Festival on Saturday, July 3, 2010 at Dole Park in Lanai City. The island of Lāna‘i used to be known as the largest pineapple plantation in the world and the event honors the island’s pineapple history. Activities begin at 3 p.m. and end by 8 p.m. […]
Refuse Not Picked Up in Parts of Upcountry, Paia Due to Staff Shortage
Trash pickup for some areas in Kula, Haiku and Paia did not receive refuse collection service today due to a staff shortage. Affected areas include Copp Road, Haleakala Crater Road, Haleakala Highway, Holomakani Drive, Kamehamehaiki Road, Kekaulike Highway, Lower Kula Road, Haiku Road, Kahiko Street, Kokomo Road, Kuanana Street, Lilikoi Road, Waipua Street and other […]
45th Annual Makawao Paniolo Parade: Parking/Shuttle info
The 45th Annual makawao Paniolo Parade will be held on Saturday July 3rd, 2010. The parade begins at around 8:30 a.m. starting at the Baldwin/Makawao Avenue intersection and ending at the Eddie Tam Gym. This year’s parade theme is “Heroes and Outlaws.” Road Closures: Roads will be closed from 8:45 to 11:30 a.m. The closure […]
Governor Lingle Pardoned 11 in first half of 2010
Governor Linda Lingle announced today that she granted pardons to 11 individuals in the first six months of this year. “I have carefully reviewed each individual’s pardon request, which was also thoroughly reviewed by the Department of Public Safety, the Hawai‘i Paroling Authority and the Attorney General’s Office,” said Governor Lingle. “The individuals broke the […]
It’s a Maui Thing: First Friday July 2, 2010
The monthly First Friday event in Wailuku Town takes place tonight (Friday, July 2, 2010) from 5:30 to 8 p.m. featuring a Maui Thing Fashion Show and Willie K performing live. There will also be an ‘awa bar and fried fish plate for sale at Native Intelligence, live music by Gene and Shea Arge fronting […]
42 elderly Maui residents get home modifications under $670,613 federal grant
Rennovations are now complete on 42 Maui homes under a $670,613 federal grant for low-income, frail and elderly residents. The Senior Home Accessibility and Retrofit Program (SHARP) is aimed at promoting safety and accessiblity with the goal of allowing participants to remain in their homes where they will be able to continue to live independently. […]
Maui’s W.S. Merwin Poet Laureate named Poet Laureate
Maui’s W.S. Merwin today was named Poet Laureate by the Library of Congress. The appointment was announced today with Merwin’s duties starting this fall with the opening of the Library’s annual literary series on October 25th with a reading of his work. Merwin is a two time winner of the Pulitzer Prize, most recently in […]
State to discuss entry fees for Iao Valley State Monument: July 1, 2010
The implementation of entry fees at Maui’s Iao Valley State Monument will be the focus of discussion at a meeting tonight (Thursday, July 1, 2010) hosted by the state Department of Land and Natural Resoruces. The agency will explain plans to begin charging entry fees for non-residents and commercial tour vehicles. The meeting runs from […]
Mass Casualty Emergency Response Exercise at Kauai’s Lihue Airport: July 1, 2010
The state Department of Transportation, Airports Division, Kauai District, will conduct a mass casualty emergency response exercise at the Lihue Airport today (July 1, 2010). The realistic exercise simulates an airliner crash and tests emergency response by first responders including Lihue Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting teams; the Kauai Fire Department, Kauai County Police Department, […]
Siren and emergency alert system test: July 1, 2010
The Civil Defense monthly test of the statewide outdoor siren warning system will be conducted today at 11:45 a.m. The steady 45-second tone is used to alert the public to an emergency that could pose a threat to life and property. The test is being conducted in cooperation with Hawaii’s broadcast industry and traditionally takes […]
Keiki Steps to Kindergarten on Maui and Molokai
Hawaii’s newest school children — kindergartners — will be starting school for their first time next month. Since these kids aren’t going ‘back to school,’ they may not know what to expect — or what’s expected of them — when they get there. The Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture (INPEACE) is encouraging families […]
Hawaiian adds 54,000 new seats with new South Korea flights
Hawaiian Airlines announced the planned launch of a new Honolulu to Seoul South Korea flight to begin in January (2011). The announcement coupled with the airlines plans to begin daily service between Honolulu and Haneda International Airport in Tokyo later this year, is a significant step towards overseas expansion to Asia. The Korea Flight will […]
UH Volleyball and Track athlete Kaufman wins WAC Award
University of Hawai‘i athlete Amber Kaufman, of San Jose, California, was named the recipient of the Western Athletic Conference’s Joe Kearney Award for 2009-10. Kaufman, earned All-American honors in both volleyball and track & field this past year. Kaufman joins former Rainbow Wahine volleyball players Kanoe Kamana‘o and Kim Willoughby as Kearney Award winners from […]
Maui July 4th Fireworks Display planned on Front Street
By Wendy Osher Officiails with the Maui Department of Fire and Public Safety are reminding the public to be especially careful this Fourth of July because of the hot, dry and windy weather. Anyone who plans on using fireworks or supervising children using fireworks should avoid use near dry brush, near fields or around homes. […]
45th Annual Makawao Paniolo Parade: Parking/Shuttle info
The 45th Annual makawao Paniolo Parade will be held on Saturday July 3rd, 2010. The parade begins at around 8:30 a.m. starting at the Baldwin/Makawao Avenue intersection and ending at the Eddie Tam Gym. This year’s parade theme is “Heroes and Outlaws.” Road Closures: Roads will be closed from 8:45 to 11:30 a.m. The closure […]
New fees, services and schedules for Maui go into effect July 1, 2010
Changes in fees and services approved for the FY2011 budget begin Thursday, June 1, 2010 with the start of the new Fiscal Year. The changes include bus fare increases, electrical permit violation fees, reduced landfill hours, changes to real property taxes, and a one-day-per month furlough schedule for county workers. BUS FARE INCREASES Commuter Fee: […]
