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Posted on: May 27, 2023

Top county water officials to discuss possible water rate increases

County of Maui Water Supply Director John Stufflebean and Deputy Director James “Kimo” Landgraf will discuss possible water rate increases and other important issues during Thursdays with the County radio show at 7 a.m. Thursday, June ...

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Press Releases
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Maui AgFest to close War Memorial facilities June 3

To host the Maui AgFest & 4-H Livestock Fair on June 3, certain War Memorial Complex facilities will close to the public that day, the county Department of Parks and Recreation announced. 

War Memorial’s tennis courts, Coach Soichi S...

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Press Releases
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Kaunoa’s West Maui Senior Center to close Thursday, Friday due to staffing

Kaunoa Senior Services’ West Maui Senior Center will be closed from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, May 25, and Friday, May 26, due to short staffing.

The center is located at 788 Pauoa St., Suite 103, Lahaina.

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Press Releases
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Resident impacts of road closure sought; visitors urged to avoid individual trips to East Maui

Residents impacted by the emergency closure of Hana Highway between Alalele and Lelekea bridges near Kipahulu are asked to report impacts and needs for assistance. 

 

Meanwhile, tourism industry officials are asking visitors to help curb t...

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Posted on: May 17, 2023

Baldwin, Maui High graduations at War Memorial will briefly close some facilities

War Memorial Complex’s stadium parking lot, Little League fields, tennis courts and pool will close ahead of Baldwin and Maui high school graduation ceremonies set for Friday, May 19, and Saturday, May 20, at War Memorial’s stadium and...

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Press Releases
Posted on: May 16, 2023

County of Maui Virtual Career Fair on May 25 brings job details to comfort of home

Learn about various County of Maui career positions and how to apply – all within in the comfort of home.

The County of Maui Virtual Career Fair will be held 100% online from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 25, to offer information on county posit...

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Posted on: May 15, 2023

Notarized liquor license renewal application due June 15

The county Department of Liquor Control is reminding all liquor license holders that license renewal applications for the 2023-24 fiscal year are due by 4:30 p.m. June 15. If the license is not renewed by the deadline, the license will expire June 30, 202...

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Press Releases
Posted on: May 12, 2023

Maui County wetlands map will help mitigate flooding, protect environment

The county’s Department of Planning is creating a public tool that will help reduce flood risk for human life and property while protecting and restoring Maui County’s important natural wetland ecosystems.

As part of a new county law to...

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Press Releases
Posted on: May 12, 2023

County increases salaries for seasonal workers to assist with summer recruitment for PALs program

Mayor Richard Bissen announced today that the County of Maui will increase Summer PALs seasonal employee salaries effective June 1 to assist with recruitment efforts and to support the need for vital childcare programs that help families throughout Maui C...

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Press Releases
Posted on: May 11, 2023

Concrete barriers, electronic signs set up after rockfall forces East Maui road closure

County of Maui crews set up concrete barriers today to prevent traffic along a nearly 1-mile Hana Highway road closure in Kipahulu where unstable cliffs pose a safety hazard.

The closure between Alelele Bridge and Lelekea Bridge in East Maui, which could l...

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Press Releases
Posted on: May 10, 2023

County of Maui closing Hana Highway at Alelele Point near Kipahulu due to safety issues

Due to safety issues in the wake of recent rockfall, the County of Maui will close Hana Highway from Alelele Bridge to Lelekea Bridge near Kipahulu in East Maui beginning tonight, May 10.
Motorists will not be able to travel between Hana and Kaupo areas du...
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Press Releases
Posted on: May 3, 2023

Want to help your community in an emergency? Volunteer with CERT

Interested in helping the community by learning about basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations? The county’s Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is lookin...

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Posted on: April 28, 2023

County’s Office on Aging in Wailuku to close briefly May 5 for event

The county’s Office on Aging in Wailuku will be closed to the public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 5, for the 54th Maui County Outstanding Older American Recognition Awards event. It will reopen from 2 to 4:30 p.m. that day.

Office on Aging,...

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Press Releases
Posted on: April 26, 2023

Kaunoa Senior Services offers new online classes for seniors this May

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Kaunoa Senior Services, a division of Maui County’s Department of Housing and Human Concerns, is adding a new class to its online roster this May.

Virtual classes – designed for seniors 55 years old and older – are available o...

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Press Releases
Posted on: April 25, 2023

Mauliola Pharmacy in Wailuku offering free COVID-19 antibody testing

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Mauliola Pharmacy in Wailuku is offering a new COVID-19 antibody testing program that’s free for residents. 

Funded by federal COVID-19 funds, the new antibody testing program lets community members analyze their response to past COVID-1...

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Press Releases
Posted on: April 24, 2023

Two public Maui events this week will honor National Crime Victims’ Rights Week

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The public is invited to two County of Maui Department of the Prosecuting Attorney events this week that honor National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, which starts today and extends through April 29.

A dramatic reading of “Seven”...

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Press Releases
Posted on: April 21, 2023

Volunteers an immediate need for Kaunoa senior wellness program

Kaunoa Senior Services issued an urgent call for volunteers for its leisure and wellness program at locations in Spreckelsville and West Maui.

The program provides seniors with a diverse and healthy program in an active, creative and encouraging environmen...

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Press Releases
Posted on: April 19, 2023

2023 Maui County Volunteer Heroes recognized for 'giving back’

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During National Volunteer Week, County of Maui Volunteer Center, a division of the county’s Department of Housing and Human Concerns, announced 31 community members selected as the 2023 Maui County Volunteer Heroes.

This year’s Maui County Volunteer Heroes...

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Press Releases
Posted on: April 17, 2023

Holomua Kakou site for Hana community talk story moved to Coconut Grove

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Holomua Kakou site for Hana community talk story moved to Coconut Grove

The site for the Hana community talk story that will be held Thursday, April 27, as part of Mayor Richard Bissen?s Holomua Kakou, has been moved to Coconut Grove on Alalele Place.

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Press Releases
Posted on: April 13, 2023

Maui Planning Commission votes unanimously to approve new SMA and Shoreline rules

After more than a decade of collaboration between the community and the county, key updates were recently approved for Maui’s Special Management Area and Shoreline Rules that bring more balance and flexibility for homeowners while improving coastal resili...

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Press Releases
Posted on: March 13, 2023

County of Maui soliciting applications for Economic Diversification grants

The County of Maui Office of Economic Development is soliciting applications for proposals for grants to create and implement plans for business development and economic diversification.

Funding priorities are identified in the County of ...

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Press Releases
Posted on: March 13, 2023

County of Maui’s PARK MAUI to hold Lahaina open house

The County of Maui is inviting the public to provide feedback on their parking experiences in Lahaina and share ideas to address parking challenges during an open house for the PARK MAUI program on Saturday, March 25.

The open house will be from 2 to 5 p.m...

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Press Releases
Posted on: March 13, 2023

Baldwin Beach Park to be closed Thursday, March 16 and Friday, March 17 for removal of crownless pal

Baldwin Beach Park in Paia will be closed on Thursday, March 16 and Friday, March 17 while crownless palm trees are removed.

The park will reopen on Saturday, March 18.

The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation appreciates the public’s...

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Press Releases
Posted on: March 13, 2023

Nominations sought for 2023 Outstanding Older Americans in Maui County Awards

Nominations are being sought for the County of Maui’s 2023 Outstanding Older Americans awards.

An Outstanding male and female Older American will be selected for the annual recognition program held in May in conjunction with Older Americans Month to recogn...

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Press Releases
Posted on: March 7, 2023

Kealaloa Avenue to be closed from Hanamu Road to Haleakala Highway for road repairs March 14 to 17

Kealaloa Avenue to be closed from Hanamu Road to Haleakala Highway for road repairs March 14 to 17
Kealaloa Avenue will be closed from Hanamu Road to Haleakala Highway in Makawao for road repairs from Tuesday, March 14 to Friday, March 17.
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Press Releases
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Mayor Richard Bissen launches Holomua Kakou; Moloka'i Community Talk Story first scheduled

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Mayor Richard Bissen is launching Holomua Kakou to bring county government to the diverse communities that make up Maui County.
“Each community is unique, yet we are connected as one county,” Mayor Bissen said. “Our residents have busy lives with work and ...
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Posted on: March 3, 2023

Road closures on Vineyard Street and Church Street in Wailuku to begin Tuesday, March 7 for paving

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Road closures on Vineyard Street and Church Street in Wailuku will occur from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. starting Tuesday, March 7 for paving work, as part of the County of Maui?s Wailuku Town Improvement Project.
On Vineyard Street, the road closures will be ...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 28, 2023

County of Maui soliciting grant applications for new Green Grants Program

The County of Maui Department of Environmental Management is soliciting grant applications for the Environmental Protection & Sustainability Division Grants Program, which includes a new Green Grants Program for small-scale innovative environ...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 28, 2023

Waiehu Municipal Golf Course to begin pilot online reservations program, March 15

Waiehu Municipal Golf Course will accept online reservations for tee times beginning March 15, in a pilot program that will allow golfers to more easily see what times are available.
Reservations can be made online starting at 7:30 a.m. on weekdays and 6:3...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 27, 2023

Work on traffic signal to be done Tuesday at intersection of Wakea Avenue and Ho'ohana Street

The intersection at Wakea Avenue and Ho?ohana Street in Kahului will operate as a four-way stop from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 28 while work is done on the traffic signal.
Power to the traffic signal will be shut off while new wire is ...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 24, 2023

Kulanihako'i Street to be closed at Pi'ilani Highway for Construction

Kulanihako?i Street in Kihei will be closed between Pi?ilani Highway and Mahealani Place for sidewalk reconstruction work from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Monday, February 27 to Friday, March 3.
The location is near the roundabout on Pi?ilani Highway.
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Posted on: February 24, 2023

Hana Metals Collection and Recycling Event set for March 17 and 18

East Maui residents can take large appliances, automobile tires and batteries, and scrap metal to the Hana Landfill on March 17 and 18 during a County of Maui Hana Metals Collection and Recycling Event.The first-come, first-served event will begin at 8 a....
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 21, 2023

Mayor Bissen Issues Statement on Incident Involving Grounded Private Yacht at Honolua Bay

Mayor Richard Bissen, Jr. Issues Statement on Incident Involving Grounded Private Yacht Near Marine Sanctuary at Honolua Bay in West Maui

In response to growing concerns surrounding a private yacht grounded at Honolua Bay and the impacts the vessel is havi...

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Press Releases
Posted on: February 21, 2023

County of Maui issues emergency permit to address vessel grounded on reef at Honolua Bay

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County of Maui issues emergency permit to assist with incident involving private charter yacht grounded immediately outside Honolua Bay, a marine sanctuary. 

In response to the increasing risk of damage to the reef and ecosystem at Honolua Bay, a ...

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Press Releases
Posted on: February 20, 2023

Mayor Richard Bissen, Jr. Honors Engineers With Proclamation

Mayor Richard Bissen, Jr. has proclaimed February 19 to 25, 2023 as Engineers Week in Maui County. The week is annually recognized throughout the country to spotlight the work engineers do and the contributions the profession makes toward finding opportun...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 16, 2023

Public Urged to Prepare for Storm, Department of Water Supply Requests Water Conservation

The public is urged to take precautions to prepare for a kona low-pressure storm that the National Weather Service is predicting will begin to affect Maui County on Thursday afternoon, February 16.A National Weather Service flash flood watch took effect T...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 15, 2023

Public Advised to Monitor Weather Conditions in Light of Flash Flood Watch

In light of a flash flood watch issued by the National Weather Service, the County of Maui is actively monitoring conditions and its departments are taking steps to prepare for possible adverse weather.
The flood watch takes effect at 6 a.m. Thursday, Febr...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 14, 2023

Water service to be affected overnight Wednesday, Feb.15 for part of Kehalani at Koa subdivision

About 70 homes in the Kehalani at Koa subdivision in Wailuku will have their water shut off intermittently from 9 p.m. Wednesday, February 15, to 5 a.m. Thursday, February 16, while work is done on the County of Maui water system.Water service will be aff...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 13, 2023

Kaunoa Senior Services Announces Virtual Classes in March

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Kaunoa Senior Services will offer virtual classes for seniors age 55 and older in March. The classes are available online via Zoom and include:

New classes:

  • “Learn the Ukulele Mele Way” at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 7.
  • “Sing Along: Easy-to-Play Songs” at 1...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 10, 2023

County of Maui Department of Motor Vehicles and Licensing Kihei Satellite Office To Temporarily Open

Beginning Monday, February 13, the Kihei satellite office of the County of Maui Department of Motor Vehicles and Licensing temporarily will open later due to a staffing shortage.
Temporary customer service hours will sta...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 4, 2023

Fire Chief Brad Ventura & Mayor Bissen offer statements on the passing of Tre' Evans-Dumaran

Fire Chief Brad Ventura and Mayor Richard Bissen, Jr. offer statements on the passing of Tre? Evans-Dumaran

Fire Chief Brad Ventura: “Today brought devastating news to our firefighting ‘ohana. One loss is one too many and while we face the tremendous loss ...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 4, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we offer news of firefighter Tre’ Evans-Dumaran

It is with a heavy heart that we offer news of firefighter Tre’ Evans-Dumaran. The ‘ohana of Tre’ Evans-Dumaran has confirmed the passing of Tre’ this morning.

From Chelsie Evans, Tre’s mom: “We w...

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Press Releases
Posted on: February 2, 2023

Mayor Richard Bissen, Jr. visits site of diesel fuel spill at Haleakala

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Mayor Richard Bissen, Jr. visits site of diesel fuel spill at Haleakala

In coordination with the U.S. Space Force, 15th Space Surveillance Squadron, Mayor Richard Bissen, Jr. on Thursday visited the site of a diesel oil spill at the summit of Haleakala to ...
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Press Releases
Posted on: February 1, 2023

County of Maui Awarded Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

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The County of Maui has been awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2021.

The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial ...

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Press Releases
Posted on: January 30, 2023

County of Maui assesses athletic fields, parks after flooding

Baldwin Beach Park, Kanaha Beach Park and athletic fields throughout the County of Maui remained closed Monday, while crews assessed flooding and saturation from three days of heavy rainfall.
In Kihei, Ka Lae Pohaku Beac...
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Press Releases
Posted on: January 30, 2023

County of Maui Provides Update on Status of Firefighter Injured in Storm Drain

On January 27 a Maui County firefighter was swept into a storm drain while responding to storm conditions impacting residences in Kihei at Oluea Street. The firefighter was retrieved 800 yards away where the storm drain ended near the shoreline at Kulanih...
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Posted on: January 30, 2023

Second Installment of Real Property Tax Bills Due February 21

The second installment payments of real property tax bills are due February 21, 2023 for County of Maui property owners. Tax bills have been mailed to all property owners or the agents servicing their accounts. 

Property owners who pay their real ...

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Press Releases
Posted on: January 29, 2023

Multiple Closures, Public Works Clearing Roadways, Residents & Visitors Advised to Exercise Caution

Multiple Closures, Public Works Clearing Roadways, Residents and Visitors Advised to Exercise Caution
The Central Maui Landfill and Moloka?i Landfill remain closed due to unsafe conditions affecting access. With the the closure of the Central Maui Landfill...
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Press Releases
Posted on: January 28, 2023

Lahaina Bypass is completely open

Lahaina Bypass is completely open

Press Releases
Posted on: January 28, 2023

Emergency shelter on Molokai scheduled to close

An emergency shelter opened at Mitchell Pauole Center in Kaunakakai on Molokai is scheduled to close at 5 p.m. Saturday, after most roads were cleared of debris and floodwaters receded along the island's south shore.A flash flood warning for Molo...

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Posted on: January 28, 2023

Emergency shelter opens on Molokai, Maui County under flood watch

The County of Maui and the American Red Cross opened an emergency center at 1:15 p.m. Saturday at Mitchell Pauole Center in Kaunakakai, Molokai, as the National Weather Service extended a flash flood warning for the island until 3:45 p.m. Saturday.

Those g...

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Press Releases
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Flash flood warning updates: road closures, park closures and facility closures

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LATEST UPDATE (01/28/2023 as of 1:12 a.m.):

The NWS has issued a flash flood warning for Maui County until 4 a.m.

PREVIOUS UPDATES (01/27/2023):

• 6:45 p.m.: Flood warning for the island of Maui has been extended until 10 p.m.&...
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Posted on: January 27, 2023

NWS extends flash flood warning for the Island of Maui until 7 p.m.

NWS extends flash flood warning for the Island of Maui until 7 p.m.

PREVIOUS UPDATE: The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for the island of Maui until 4 p.m. Friday.
A Flood Watch remains in effect until 6 p.m. on Sunday for Kaho&ap...
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Posted on: January 27, 2023

NWS issues flash flood warning for the Island of Maui until 4 p.m.

The National Weather Service issued a flashflood warning for the island of Maui until 4 p.m. Friday.
A Flood Watch remains in effect until 6 p.m. on Sunday for Kaho'olawe, Lana'i, Maui, and Moloka'i.
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Posted on: January 27, 2023

Fourth Friday in Kihei Canceled Due to Weather

Fourth Friday in Kihei has been canceled due to weather on January 27, 2023.

On Friday, the National Weather Service issued a flood watch and forecast excessive rainfall for Maui. The Weather Service forecast an 80 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms ...

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Press Releases
Posted on: January 25, 2023

County of Maui hosts Chinese New Year Lion Dance on Friday at Kalana O Maui County Building

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The County of Maui is inviting the public to a Chinese New Year Lion Dance performance at 9 a.m. Friday, January 27 on the front lawn of Kalana O Maui, County Building, in Wailuku.

A team from Au’s Shaolin Arts Society will perform the Lion Dance...

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Press Releases
Posted on: January 25, 2023

County of Maui Issues Statement on Incident at Kalana O Maui This Morning

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Contact: Mahina Martin (808) 868-6014

County of Maui Issues Statement on Incident at Kalana O Maui This Morning

Shortly before 9:30 this morning, the Mayor’s office received a troubling c...

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Posted on: January 23, 2023

Kaunoa Senior Services announces February virtual classes for seniors

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Kaunoa Senior Services announces February virtual classes for seniors

Kaunoa Senior Services will offer February virtual classes for seniors ages 55 and older. All classes are available online via Zoom.

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Press Releases
Posted on: January 22, 2023

Ho'okipa Beach Park and Baldwin Beach Park closed due to high surf

The County of Maui closed Ho?okipa Beach Park and Baldwin Beach Park due to high surf Sunday. A National Weather Service warning, which forecast dangerous large breaking waves of 35 to 45 feet along north facing shores of Maui and Molokai, remains in effe...
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Press Releases
Posted on: January 20, 2023

Kaunoa Senior Services seeking volunteers for Meals on Wheels program

Kaunoa Senior Services seeking volunteers for Meals on Wheels program

Kaunoa Senior Services’ Meals on Wheels program needs volunteers immediately to help deliver fresh meals directly to qualified seniors in their homes in Kahului, Wailuku and Pukalani. Vo...

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Posted on: January 18, 2023

Work on County of Maui's water system to affect water service for some Pukalani customers

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Work on County of Maui's water system to affect water service for some Pukalani customers beginning Thursday night

The County of Maui Department of Water Supply reports that a portion of customers ...

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Posted on: January 12, 2023

County of Maui ocean safety officers make two rescues as NWS extends high surf warning

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January 12, 2023
Contact: Mahina Martin (808) 868-6014

County of Maui ocean safety officers make two rescues as National Weather Service extends high surf warning

County of Maui ocean safety officers rescued a snork...
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Posted on: January 11, 2023

County of Maui reopens beach parks; Ocean Safety Officers conduct multiple rescues

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For Immediate Release
January 11, 2023
Contact: Mahina Martin (808) 868-6014
 

County of Maui reopens beach parks

Ocean Safety Officers conduct multiple rescues

  
The County of Maui will open Baldwin Beach Park, Ho&ap...
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Posted on: January 11, 2023

Kuau Bay Beach Park closed today, Baldwin Beach Park and Ho`okipa Beach Park remain closed

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For Immediate Release
January 11, 2023
Contact: Mahina Martin (808) 868-6014

Kuau Bay Beach Park closed today, Baldwin Beach Park and Ho`okipa Beach Park remain closed

 
The County of Maui closed Kuau Bay Beach Park on Wednesday morning w...
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Press Releases
Posted on: January 10, 2023

Baldwin Beach Park and Ho'okipa Beach Park to close Wednesday

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For Immediate Release
January 10, 2023
 
Contact: Mahina Martin (808) 868-6014

Baldwin Beach Park and Ho'okipa Beach Park to close Wednesday in anticipation of extra-large swell along north and west shores of Maui

For immediate r...
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Posted on: January 9, 2023

NWS is forecasting that an extra-large north-northwest swell will impact the state starting Tuesday

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For Immediate Release
January 9, 2023
 
Contact: Mahina Martin (808) 868-6014

National Weather Service forecast for extra-large surf prompts County of Maui to advise residents and businesses in exposed north and west facing shores to tak...

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