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Probe continues into endangered ‘akikiki deaths

The Maui Bird Conservation Center is awaiting the results of necropsies performed on endangered honeycreepers that recently died at the center’s Upcountry facility. Earlier this month, the center reported a sudden increase in ‘akikiki deaths associated with an unexplained ...

Hana Highway bridge project to preserve historic character

Six of the 59 bridges on Hana Highway are scheduled for some construction and improvements with highway officials looking at rehabilitation and replacement alternatives. Hawaii will receive $24 million in federal funding to rehabilitate and replace the six aging bridges, U.S. Sen. Brian ...

Maui Coffee Association announces 2026 Farmer of the Year

The Maui Coffee Association has named James “Kimo” Falconer, president of MauiGrown Coffee Distributors, its 2026 Farmer of the Year, recognizing more than three decades of contributions to Maui and Hawaiʻi’s coffee industry. The award was presented Aug. 1 during the association’s ...

Photo of the Day: Blue Morning

Send your best photos from Maui County to mauiphotos@mauinews.com for a chance to see them featured on our website and in our weekly print edition.

Maui County to hold four community meetings on ferry service

Maui County's Department of Transportation will hold four community meetings in September to gather public input on ferry service between Maui, Lanai and eventually Molokai. The meetings are part of the county's ongoing Ferry Program and will help prepare for a state-required environmental assessment examining continued service to Lanai, potential vessel acquisition and expanded service to Molokai. The meetings are scheduled for 5 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 15 at the Velma McWayne Santos Community Center in Wailuku; 5 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 16 at the Lahaina Civic Center; 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sept. 17 ...