Maui News
Maui Planning Commission defers action on precedent-setting Lahaina home rebuild
The Maui Planning Commission is wrestling with a precedent-setting decision on the first special management area permit for reconstruction of an oceanfront Front Street home destroyed in the August 2023 Lahaina wildfire, after concluding public testimony Tuesday.
Imua Family Services and PYCC launch partnership to expand youth and family support
Imua Family Services and the Pāʻia Youth & Cultural Center are launching a new partnership aimed at expanding support services for youth and families on Maui, the organizations announced this week.
Maui Family YMCA joins national campaign to prevent child sexual abuse
The Maui Family YMCA is participating in the “Five Days of Action” from April 21–25, 2025, a national campaign aimed at raising awareness and empowering adults to prevent child sexual abuse.
Native trees take center stage at Earth Day planting ceremony
The grounds of Washington Place now have additional native vegetation, as part of a community Earth Day planting ceremony.
Pacific Whale Foundation celebrates Earth Day with new reef cleanup in Maui Nui
Pacific Whale Foundation is marking Earth Day 2025 with an expanded effort to remove marine debris from Maui’s nearshore reefs, including an ongoing campaign at Keoneʻōʻio (La Perouse Bay) and a new net removal mission off Molokaʻi.
Maui County releases new economic report outlining recovery strategies
The report, titled “A Community-Led Pathway Toward Maui’s Economic Recovery and Future,” presents six pathways and 34 project ideas, which evolved into 11 priority projects.
Hawaiʻi’s biennium budget advances conference committees
The budget measure, finalized in a conference committee after both chambers passed different versions, now moves to a final reading before heading to the Governor’s desk for approval.
EPA advances Wahikuli sewer project design, as part of Maui wildfire recovery
The proposed project seeks to upgrade these properties to a gravity sewer system, eliminating environmental impacts from cesspools and leaking septic systems while providing a wastewater management system more resilient to disaster hazards from wildfires, flooding, and tsunami.
County: Milestone reached with 100% sewer system restoration in Lahaina
Calling it a “significant milestone,” the County of Maui Department of Environmental Management Wastewater Reclamation Division announced that Lahaina’s County sewer system is now 100% active. The progress comes as homes and businesses look to rebuild after the August 2023 wildfire.
County of Maui Parks’ native plant nursery supports coastal restoration
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation native plant nursery, founded last year to support coastal dune restoration and promote sustainable practices across Maui County, is currently cultivating more than 30 native plant species.
22 Volunteer Heroes recognized by County of Maui for exemplary service to nonprofits
Twenty-one residents were recognized as 2025 Volunteer Heroes for their service to nonprofit organizations during a County of Maui volunteer center event Tuesday at the Kalana O Maui County building.
Community input sought on draft Maui County Hazard Mitigation Plan
The County’s Maui Emergency Management Agency is inviting residents to provide feedback on the draft 2025 Maui County Hazard Mitigation Plan. The public comment period runs from April 23 to May 8, 2025.
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea unveils newly transformed Presidential Maile Suite
Hawaiʻi’s award-winning Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea has unveiled the debut of its premier three-bedroom luxury Maile Presidential Suite.
Final tickets remaining for Lahaina Restoration Foundation’s fundraiser lūʻau
There were just 27 tickets remaining on Tuesday for the Lahaina Restoration Foundation’s Benefit Lūʻau, happening on Saturday, May 10, at the iconic Old Lahaina Lūʻau grounds in West Maui.
Maui Fire Department announces 22 recent promotions
The Maui County Department of Fire and Public Safety and Fire Chief Brad Ventura announced 22 recent promotions.
Update: Pukalani woman last seen two weeks ago is reported missing by concerned family
The Maui Police Department is seeking the public’s help with any information on the whereabouts of Leinaala Funk, 23, of Pukalani. Funk was last seen on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at the Maui Marketplace in Kahului. She has no vehicle or cellular phone.
Seabury Hall to host 37th annual Dance Showcase this weekend
Seabury Hall’s Performing Arts Department will present its 37th annual Dance Showcase this Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the ʻAʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center.
Caution advised for highway users during Maui Marathon on Sunday morning
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation is advising drivers to expect slowdowns on Honoapiʻilani Highway (Route 30) this Sunday, April 27, due to the Maui Marathon.
Mayor Bissen proclaims April 2025 as Alcohol Awareness Month
In a continued effort to protect the health, safety and well-being of residents and visitors, Mayor Richard T. Bissen, Jr. has officially proclaimed April 2025 as Alcohol Awareness Month in the County of Maui.
‘Smiles For Miles’ offers free dental screenings and more in Kahului, April 26
Hawai‘i Oral Health Coalition is hosting “Smiles for Miles,” a community health and wellness event this weekend to promote the importance of oral health as an essential part of overall wellness.
