Maui News
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of July 28, 2019
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Sugimura: Analysis Needed for Upcountry Cesspool Replacement Requirement
“Clarification as to why Upcountry Maui is deemed a top priority for cesspool replacements is needed,” said Sugimura.
16 Hawaiian Home Land Lots Awarded on Lānaʻi
DHHL has a total of 50 acres of land on Lānaʻi. In addition to the 16 lots awarded on Saturday, the Department has future plans to develop approximately 79 additional lots.
Amala Place Incident Leads to Multiple Arrests
A couple attempting to recover a stolen vehicle on their own led to a dangerous confrontation and multiple arrests according to Maui police.
Hawaiian Canoe Club Announces Award, Scholarship Recipients
Hawaiian Canoe Club presented three awards and two scholarships at its annual ʻAha ʻĀina Dinner and Show on Sunday at the King Kamehameha Golf Club’s Waikapū Ballroom.
Kīhei High School Infrastructure Work Traffic Advisory
Construction work is planned on Piʻilani Hwy from Kaonoulu St to East Waipuilani St as part of Phase I infrastructure work for the new Kīhei High School.
Tourism Organizations Award $105K for Homelessness Services in Honolulu
The Hawai‘i Lodging & Tourism Association, in partnership with the HTA, awarded grants totaling $105,000, for homelessness services in downtown Honolulu.
US Senators from Hawaiʻi Seek Accountability at Border
US Senator Mazie Hirono of Hawaiʻi joins colleagues today in a visit to the US-Mexico border where she will inspect facilities for migrant families.
Maunakea Day 12: Mayor Kim Clarifies Role, OHA Board Resolution
Mayor Kim said on Thursday that he has no authority to intervene or make any kind of deal regarding TMT; his role is to work with all sides to find a better way forward for everyone concerned.
Shipt Partners With Times Supermarkets on Three Islands
Shipt is partnering with Times Supermarkets to bring same-day delivery to three Hawaiian Islands, including the Kīhei and Lahaina areas of Maui.
Fatal Fall at “Chutes and Ladders” Area
A 37-year-old Kentucky woman died during a visit to the popular “Chutes and Ladders” area north of Honokōhau Thursday morning.
Maui Double Fatality Prompts Drunk Driving Awareness Rally
A drunk driving awareness rally is planned on Friday following a tragic weekend accident that claimed the life of a Maui mother and her teenage son.
Mill Street Pavement Preservation in Wailuku, Aug. 1
A roadway improvement project will result in the closure of a single lane of traffic on Mill Street in Wailuku from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019.
Offshore Sand Sought to Mitigate Erosion at Kahana Bay
A 157-page Environmental Impact Statement Preparation Notice has been filed to address erosion mitigation at Kahana Beach in west Maui.
Missing: 58 Year Old Wailuku Man Last Seen Monday
James Tendo, 58, of Wailuku is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall, 120 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He was reported missing on July 24, but was last seen on July 22, at 1 p.m. leaving his Wailuku home.
Hoʻokele Safeway Grand Opening
The new Hoʻokele Safeway opened its doors to customers, employees and distinguished guests this morning.
“The Rock” Visits Maunakea; HDOT Statement; Observatory Repairs
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is the latest high profile individual to visit Puʻuhonua o Puʻu Huluhulu.
DAY 10: Maunakea Arrests Revised Upward, Talks Seek “Best Way Forward”
The list of arrests at Maunakea was revised to 38 from an original report of 33-34. Gov. Ige said he is committed to finding a way forward in a peaceful manner.
Last Makawao Third Friday Town Party Next Month
After eight years and a total of 96 parties, organizers say they don’t have the energy or support to keep the Makawao Third Friday town party going any longer.
Gabbard Introduces Bill to End Marijuana Prohibition
Representative Tulsi Gabbard joined House Judiciary Chair Jerry Nadler of New York in introducing the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement or “MORE” Act.
