Maui News
Mayor delivers $1.045 billion proposed budget to Maui council
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino delivered his proposed $1.045 billion budget to the Maui County Council on Thursday. This represents an increase of $206.1 million over FY 2022, or an increase of 23.9%.
Council mulls whether massive Nāpili home warrants probe; pending suit filed against Maui County
Maui County Council is considering whether to pursue an investigation into the administration’s handling of a large home in Nāpili, which has been called “monstrous” and “illegal” by neighboring residents. The unfinished, eight-bedroom home came under fire last year when it climbed toward 45 feet tall. Some residents have been questioning how the county signed off on the plans without community input.
Polynesian Voyaging Society announces voyage to Tahiti, departing March 30
The “Kealaikahiki Voyage” will focus on navigational training and cultural protocol to prepare the crew and test the canoes before they embark on the Moananuiākea Voyage next year.
Divers remove more than 66 pounds of debris from Oneloa Bay in Kapalua
More than 66 pounds of debris, consisting of fishing gear and golf balls, was removed from Oneloa Bay in Kapalua last Saturday in a reef clean-up event organized by Lahaina-based dive operator, Dive with Harmony, and MOC Marine Institute.
Blessing of 22 acre Fairmont Kea Lani marks start of multi-million dollar one-year transformation
The Hoʻomaka Hou project at the Fairmont Kea Lani represents a 12-month, multimillion-dollar transformation of the resort’s collection of suites and villas along with a redesigned lobby, new food and beverage venue and creation of an immersive cultural center.
March 17-23, 2022 COVID-19 update: 5 deaths, 827 new infections in Hawaiʻi
The state Department of Health is reporting a COVID-19 count of 827 new cases over the past week, between March 17-23, 2022, and five new deaths.
MPD warns residents to beware of new home repair and roofing telephone scams
The Maui Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division said the most recent scams by telephone involve repairing homes and roofs.
Maui Entertainment, Arts, Community, March 24-30
For a list of upcoming events, concerts, shows and entertainment, find our comprehensive listing here.
Foodland to close all seven of its pharmacies by mid-April
The Foodland pharmacy at the Pukalani store on Maui will close on April 13, 2022, with all prescriptions to be transferred to Longs Drugs. The closure is part of a larger effort across the state, to permanently close all seven Foodland pharmacy locations across the state by mid-April.
Three nonprofits serving Maui families to be honored at Champions for Children awards
Three nonprofits serving Maui families will be honored at this yearʻs Champions for Children awards hosted by the Hawaiʻi Children’s Action Network.
Third medical cannabis retail dispensary approved for Maui Grown Therapies
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health has issued a formal notice to Maui Wellness Group, LLC, doing business as Maui Grown Therapies that authorizes the company to open its third retail store. The retail store will be located in Pukalani at 7 Āewa Place, Unit 3 in Makawao and expects to begin sales on March 25.
Oakland man identified as suspect in Utah homicide, arrested on Maui
A California man was arrested on Maui after being named as a suspect in a 2019 murder investigation involving the death of a woman in Utah.
US Sen. Hirono leading bipartisan bill to prioritize broadband access for small businesses
US Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-HI), a member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, joined senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and John Kennedy (R-LA) in reintroducing legislation to prioritize broadband access for small businesses.
Maui County to resume in-vehicle road testing Monday, DMVL says
In-vehicle road testing will resume starting this Monday for learner’s permit holders seeking driver’s licenses for passenger vehicles, according to a county Division of Motor Vehicles and Licensing announcement Wednesday.
DOH probes Legionnaires’ disease cluster tied to Waikīkī hotel, alerts recent guests
The state Department of Health asked individuals who stayed at a specific Hilton hotel in Waikīkī within the last couple weeks to be on alert for a type of pneumonia called Legionnaires’ disease, according to a press release today.
New emergency proclamation signed for Maui County’s axis deer problem related to drought
Governor David Ige signed a new emergency proclamation today relating to the relief for conditions created by the overpopulation of axis deer in Maui County.
AARP Hawaiʻi offering free webinar: ‘Caregiver Tips I wish I had known’
AARP Hawaiʻi is offering a free webinar on April 5 called “Caregiver Tips: I wish I had known,” with guest speaker Annette Kam who wrote: “WAIT – Don’t Die Yet.”
Hispanic Heritage Fair features information about jobs, banking and Medicaid
In conjunction with the Mexican Consulate visit to Maui, the Hispanic Heritage Resource Fair will be held Saturday, March 26, at Maui Economic Opportunity in Wailuku.
Lucky Hawaiʻi winner hits two payouts totaling $30K
A lucky Hawaiʻi winner hit two payouts within a few minutes of each other at the California Hotel & Casino in Downtown Las Vegas.
University of Hawaiʻi suspends COVID-19 vaccine, testing requirements starting March 26
The University of Hawaiʻi 10-campus system is indefinitely suspending the UH COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policies for students and employees, effective March 26, 2022. Regular testing for COVID-19 will no longer be required of students and employees with approved vaccine exemptions.
