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Proposed Maui shipping increase raises worries

Some Maui County residents and elected officials are expressing concerns about a requested temporary rate increase of 25% by Interisland shipper Young Brothers, especially in light of efforts to rebuild Lahaina devastated by the 2023 wildfire. Public hearings have been held by the state Public Utilities Commission throughout the county regarding the regulated company’s proposal. “People are trying to make ends meet to rebuild,” Maui County Council Member Tamara Paltin said. “The Public Utilities Commission should do their job and see what’s really needed.” Council member ...

Police identify man killed wreck on Hana Highway

Maui police suspect alcohol as a contributing factor in a Thursday night wreck on the Hana Highway that killed a 34-year-old man from Makawao. On Saturday, police identified the man as Douglas Roman. According to Maui police, a 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan was headed toward Haiku at approximately 10:18 p.m. when the driver failed to negotiate a turn at Maliko Gulch east of Maliko Bay Road in Paia. The compact SUV then crossed over into the opposing lane of traffic and collided with a 2002 Toyota Tacoma that was being driven by Roman and going in the other direction. Police said the ...

Haleakala Highway closed due to downed tree

At about 2:20 p.m. Thursday, Maui County officials alerted drivers that the Haleakala Highway has been closed at mile marker 3 for a down tree. All Lanes are closed. This report will be updated when more information becomes available.

Hiker rescued off Waihee Ridge Trail

Maui County emergency officials performed a mountain rescue Thursday morning after a 72-year-old male hiker fell and injured his leg. According to the Maui Fire Department, a rescue engine and aircraft were deployed around 9:59 a.m. to the Waihee Ridge Trail. Rescuers aboard the aircraft found the hiker and were able to lift the individual out of the area. Christopher Stankis, public information officer with the Maui Fire Department, said this was not the first rescue of the year. “MFD responds to missing and injured hikers in various parts of the island on an almost daily ...

Hawaiian Airlines now accepting surfboards as standard checked baggage

Hawaiian Airlines is now accepting surfboards and bicycles, in addition to other sports equipment such as golf clubs, as standard checked baggage on every flight. “Hawaiʻi is synonymous with surfing and many ocean and land-based activities that draw visitors from around the world,” said Sandra Wang, product manager at Hawaiian Airlines, in a news release announcing the change. “We are excited to extend this new benefit to our visitors and kamaʻāina so they can enjoy their favorite sports and hobbies while exploring Hawaiʻi and anywhere they travel in our network, including ...