Maui News
11 recruits join the ranks of the Maui Police Department as 94th Recruit Class graduates
Eleven new officers joined the ranks of the Maui Police Department as the graduates of the 94rd Recruit Class. A ceremony was held Friday, Nov. 17, 2023 at the Grand Wailea – A Waldorf Astoria Resort.
Hawaiʻi’s mayors discuss housing after fires, Bissen calls for ‘voluntary compliance’
Maui Mayor Richard Bissen acknowledged: “Housing was an issue on Maui and in West Maui before Aug. 8, and it became, obviously, a bigger issue after that.” “Our duty as government is to present the other options that people have. Let’s talk of creating a land trust,” said the mayor. That was one of the topics that was also explored at the Native Hawaiian Convention.
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Three House Interim Working Groups to hold meetings on draft reports
The House Interim Wildfire Prevention Working Group, Environmental Remediation Working Group, and Shelter Working Group will each meet on Friday to take public input on their respective draft report.
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating alleged internal theft case at Kamehameha Schools
Hawaiʻi Island police met with Kamehameha Schools administrators on Hawaiʻi Island, who reported that a former employee of the school embezzled more than $360,000 over a period of approximately three years.
Hirono announces $20 Million to strengthen climate resilience for Native Hawaiian community
The new Kapapahuliau Climate Resilience Program aims to enhance climate change mitigation efforts for the Native Hawaiian community.
The Doobie Brothers Release New Song “Lahaina” Feat Mick Fleetwood to Raise Funds for Maui
Today, four-time GRAMMY Award Winners and Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, The Doobie Brothers, have released a new single “Lahaina” along with a music video to provide aid and support to Maui following the August 2023 wildfire disaster.
AAA Hawaiʻi: Record-breaking Thanksgiving travel in Pacific states
AAA Hawaiʻi reports that a record number of residents in Pacific states are expected to travel for Thanksgiving, projecting 9.9 million travelers.
The Salvation Army and Walmart Join Forces to Bring Holiday Joy this Weekend to Maui County After Recent Hardships
The Salvation Army hosts “Maui County’s Angel Tree Distribution” event at Kahului Walmart’s special Winter Wonderland scene on Nov. 18 and 19, 2023.
Disaster Area Residential Restrictions to be lifted for Zones 7B, 7C, 7D and 7E in West Maui
County of Maui Disaster Area Restrictions will be lifted from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 20 and 21, for owners and residents with vehicle passes in Zones 7B, 7C, 7D and 7E.
Community impacted by repeated wildfires honors first responders
The same day as four wildfires sparked on Maui, including the Lahaina fire, firefighters were also battling seven hurricane wind-driven fires on Hawaiʻi Island.
Work to drain underground parking garage in Lahaina begins, along with MPD search
Initially, the questionable structural integrity of the parking structure combined with the concern for possible hazardous materials in the water prevented a comprehensive search by the Maui Police Department. Pumping will occur at night during low tide when water levels in the garage are lower.
FEMA provides information on appeal process for disaster assistance
For residents who receive a letter from FEMA indicating ineligibility for assistance, this fact sheet offers guidance on appealing FEMA’s decision.
KWC Management Closes Acquisition of Montage Kapalua Bay
KWC Management, LLC, the hospitality investment management company of Kemmons Wilson Companies, today announced its acquisition of Montage Kapalua Bay.
UHA donates $25K to Maui’s Mālama I Ke Ola to support new OB-GYN position
UHA Health Insurance has donated $25,000 to fund a temporary obstetrics position at nonprofit Mālama I Ke Ola Health Center, which is facing unprecedented demand with the recent closure of the island’s only private obstetrics practice.
CPB introduces Meals 4 Maui initiative for the holidays
Central Pacific Bank announced a new initiative called Meals 4 Maui, which partners with Chef Hui to provide locally sourced nutritious meals to residents impacted by the Maui wildfires, while supporting local small businesses and farmers.
8.6 acres at Hāmoa, Maui forever protected for cultural preservation, stewardship
Ke Ao Hāliʻi, a Hāna-based nonprofit community organization, in partnership with the County of Maui, State of Hawaiʻi, and Hawai‘i Land Trust, has completed the purchase of 8.6 acres of Hāmoa lands for permanent cultural preservation and stewardship. The County of Maui contributed $800,000 and the State of Hawaiʻi Legacy Land Conservation Program contributed $247,500 toward the purchase.
Lahaina’s Vision for the Future, Part 1: Memories of Lahaina
The wildfires and their destructive aftermath created a prominent backdrop in the discussions about Lahaina. Three Lahaina residents reflected on nostalgic moments as they shared their earliest memories of Lahaina. This is Part 1 in a 3 part series.
Day 3: Native Hawaiian Convention
Today marks Day 3 of the 22nd Annual Native Hawaiian Convention, taking place at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului. The four-day event was moved to Maui this year to uplift its voices and people following the Aug. 8 wildfires.
Kōkua for Maui program announces upcoming events, spotlights Maui vendors
Organizers of the Kōkua for Maui program announced the upcoming shopping and craft fair events, inviting the public to extend their aloha to Maui businesses impacted by the devastating August wildfires.
County of Maui awarded for ‘excellence in financial reporting’
The County of Maui’s Department of Finance Accounts Division was awarded for “excellence in financial reporting” by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada on Nov. 1, 2023.
