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Hale Makua recognized for participation in stroke care initiative

Hale Makua has received recognition for its participation in the American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline Stroke post-acute care initiative, a program designed to enhance guideline-based care for stroke patients and improve recovery outcomes. According to the American Heart ...

Sen. Schatz to host statewide telephone town hall

U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz will host a statewide telephone town hall at noon June 11 to provide an update on his work in Washington and answer questions from Hawaii residents. According to Schatz's office, the discussion will allow constituents from across the state to ask questions and share concerns directly with the senator. Residents who wish to participate can register at schatz.senate.gov/townhall. Registered participants will receive a phone call when the event begins, allowing them to join the discussion.

Ohana Care Speaker Series to discuss brain health

An official from the Alzheimer’s Association is scheduled to speak about brain health as part of the Ohana Care Speaker Series on Maui on June 18. A free community workshop on brain health and dementia prevention will be from 5 to 6 p.m. at Kalama Heights, 101 Kanani Road in Kihei. The workshop, "10 Habits to Help Reduce Dementia Risk," will feature Cindy Fowler, program manager for the Alzheimer's Association serving Kauai and Maui counties. According to organizers, the presentation will cover brain-healthy lifestyle habits, the connection between heart and brain health, ...

J. Walter Cameron Center to hold fundraiser Aug. 15

The J. Walter Cameron Center is holding a 2026 fundraiser and celebration from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 15 at the Ocean Organic Farm & Distillery. The center provides a home for many nonprofit groups and also is celebrating Cameron Center’s Cesar Gaxiola’s 20th year as executive director. The event will include games and music, a live auction and an online auction. Tickets and online auction items are available at 32auctions.com/CameronCenter2026. For more information, contact Amy Johnson at amyj@jwcameroncenter.org or call (808) 357-0502.

Honolulu man sentenced for fraudulent FEMA wildfire claims

A Honolulu man has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for submitting fraudulent FEMA disaster assistance claims tied to the 2023 Lahaina wildfire and the Pacific Palisades wildfire in California. U.S. Attorney Ken Sorenson announced Monday that Daylyn Harris, 35, was sentenced on Friday to 24 months in prison followed by five years of supervised release. Harris also was ordered to pay $60,458 in restitution to FEMA. According to federal prosecutors, Harris pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and obstruction of justice. Court records show Harris and a ...

Kula man dies after crash on Honda Ruckus

A 55-year-old Kula man died Saturday from injuries he sustained in a June 1 motorcycle crash in Kahului, according to the Maui Police Department. Police said Bryan Rhoades was driving a 2006 Honda Ruckus north on Pulehu Road, about 300 feet north of Omaopio Road, at approximately 12:24 a.m. when the vehicle veered off the road and collided with a tree. Rhoades was ejected from the vehicle, and he was taken to Maui Memorial Medical Center for treatment. According to police, Rhoades was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. Investigators also believe alcohol was a factor in the ...