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The Maui Fire Department has been advised that residents have been receiving phone calls soliciting donations to support Maui firefighters and paramedics. The Maui Fire Department confirmed today that these phone calls are unauthorized, and that donations are NOT being solicited. If any member of the public receives a call...

The state's Department of Education anticipates Kūlanihākoʻi High School in South Maui will welcome new students onto its freshly finished campus by the fall 2023. The school’s opening was delayed due to traffic and safety concerns, however, officials may have found a solution. Newly elected Maui...

The County of Maui Environmental Protection and Sustainability Division is launching ”Sustainability Together: Community-led Regenerative Action,” a speaker series beginning April 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Maui Ocean Center Sphere in Māʻalaea. In the first of the four-part speaker series, participants will gain...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Officials say a Wailuku doctor was arrested for prescribing drugs to an undercover federal agent. The Department of Justice says Dr. Chris Boulange, 74, wrote Xanax, Hydrocodone, and Valium prescriptions during meetings at restaurants and bars. According to the affidavit, in June 2022, an undercover agent of...

A Maui physician has been charged with unlawful distribution of hydrocodone and other controlled substances, according to a criminal complaint and affidavit. The Department of Justice, US Attorney’s Office reports that 74-year-old Chris A. Boulange, was arrested on Tuesday on four counts of unlawful distribution of controlled substances following an undercover operation between June and November, conducted by the Drug Enforcement Administration.

Coach Soichi Sakamoto Pool in Wailuku will be closed from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 25 for physical swim testing for Maui Fire Department trainee recruitment. The facility will be open to the public from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday for lap and recreational swimming. The County...

More than 100 upcountry residents gathered for a community update Wednesday night, organized by the Kula Community Association. Guests heard from the mayor, water director, and representatives of the State Department of Transportation Highways Division. Newly elected Mayor Richard Bissen explained efforts by the County to get a control over...

KAHULUI (HawaiiNewsNow) - Families on Maui are pushing for tougher laws against drunk driving. They say it all starts with lowering the blood alcohol content (BAC) level in Hawaii. “We’re confident that the lawmakers are listening to the community now that’s in an uproar around a number of crashes that...

The 21st annual Maui Matsuri is now accepting entries for its Art Contest from eligible students who can win up to $100 in cash prizes. The Maui Matsuri Art Contest is sponsored by HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts Maui. The contest is open to Maui County students from Kindergarten to Grade...

Maui mayor Richard Bissen delivered his first state of the county address. His team is focused on common-sense priorities — which include water, housing, infrastructure, economic diversification and protecting our environment. Updated: 8 hours ago. |. Developer Jacob Chan wants to knock down the structure to make way for...

The United Nations released a new report Monday, offering new data on what could happen if and when the earth continues to see a rise in temperature. A body found on Hilo Bay shoreline identified as 62-year-old from California. Updated: 52 minutes ago. |. Hawaii Island Police have identified a...

After hours of debate, commission votes to recommend a 63% raise for City Council members. The commission voted to recommend a yearly salary of 113 thousand dollars, a 63% raise. Updated: 6 hours ago. |. Developer Jacob Chan wants to knock down the structure to make way for a 24-bed...

WAILUKU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen says he is reviving a long talked about plan to buy a company that controls the water flow to thousands of acres. Water users say it would be a major victory — if it happens. Bissen made the announcement in his...

The Maui Police Department announced the promotion of six officers to the rank of Sergeant. All promotions are scheduled to take effect on April 2, 2023. The promotions include: Chase Bell, James Burkett, Carl Eguia, Jonathan Honda, Frank Kuamoo II and Randy Takayama. Sergeant Chase Bell joined the department in...

Hale Makua’s Nutrition Services Director, Rosie Kahiamoe, was honored by fellow staff for her 40 years of service. She began as a volunteer with Hale Makua at the age of 13. Kahiamoe officially began her career at Hale Makua in 1983 as a kitchen helper. After serving in the kitchen for several years, she transitioned to the activities department at Hale Makua Wailuku.

For a list of upcoming events, concerts, shows and entertainment for March 16 – 22, find our comprehensive listing HERE. The legendary rock band America performs at the Castle Theatre at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Friday, April 14 at 7:30 p.m. The band rose to popularity...

Maui mayor Richard Bissen delivered his first state of the county address. His team is focused on common-sense priorities — which include water, housing, infrastructure, economic diversification and protecting our environment. Updated: 2 hours ago. |. Developer Jacob Chan wants to knock down the structure to make way for...

Maui County’s non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for February was 3.2%, down from 3.1% in January, and down from 3.5% at the same time last year. Lānaʻi continued to have the lowest unemployment rate in the state at 2.0%, while Molokaʻi had the highest rate at 4.8%.

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea has selected Bryceson Gaoiron and Aliyah Englert as the recipients of START 2023, a community-based high school artist immersion for young aspiring artists. Ceramicist Gaoiron, junior at Baldwin High School, and multi-media artist Englert, senior at Baldwin High School, were selected in the juried art process...

Don’t adjust your screen. Your regularly scheduled columnist, Seth Jones, asked me to pitch-hit for him this month since I just got back from paradise … literally. It’s not every day your boss asks you to travel 4,000-plus miles to cover the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Leaders Forum in Maui. But when asked, I jumped at the opportunity.