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Wailuku woman killed in Kahului collision identified

A pedestrian who was struck and killed Wednesday night on Kaahumanu Avenue in Kahului has been identified as Lynette Kealoha, 61, of Wailuku. The collision occurred at about 9:43 p.m. as Kealoha was walking north across Kaahumanu Avenue outside a marked crosswalk, according to the Maui Police Department. Police said Kealoha was struck by a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox traveling east in the inner lane near the intersection with South Wakea Avenue. Kealoha was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver, a 70-year-old Wailuku man, was wearing a seat belt and was not injured. The investigation ...

Volunteers sought for Haleakala backcountry trip Oct. 9-12

The Friends of Haleakala National Park is seeking volunteers for a three-night backcountry service trip in Haleakala National Park from Oct. 9-12. Participants will hike more than 21 miles and stay at Paliku Patrol Cabin. Projects may include removing invasive plants, collecting native seeds, clearing trails and maintaining the cabin. The trip is free, although participants will share some dinner costs. Volunteers must be at least 18, in excellent physical condition and able to carry their own backpacking gear, clothing and food across rugged terrain and steep elevation ...

Mokulele awarded $19.4 million contract for Lanai air service

Mokulele Airlines has been awarded a four-year, $19.4 million federal contract to continue providing scheduled air service between Lanai, Honolulu and Kahului. Mokulele’s parent company, Surf Air Mobility, announced the contract in a Monday news release. The company said the Essential Air Service contract from the U.S. Department of Transportation runs through August 2030. Under the contract, Mokulele will operate 63 round trips, or 126 flights, each week. The schedule includes 42 weekly round trips between Lanai and Honolulu and 21 between Lanai and Kahului. Mokulele was ...

Rice's 2 rushing TDs help Hawaii beat New Mexico State 29-19

HONOLULU — DeVon Rice had two rushing touchdowns, Tama Uiliata had 10 receptions for 107 yards and threw a 7-yard touchdown pass to cap the scoring, and Hawaii beat New Mexico State 29-19 on Saturday night. Micah Alejado was 33-of-45 passing for 346 yards for the Rainbow Warriors. Audric ...

After more than a year in shelter, Bianca waits for a family

When Bianca arrived at Maui Humane Society in late July 2025, she was a severely underweight stray found along Hana Highway. More than a year later, she has been transformed into what shelter staff describe as a healthy, affectionate and cuddly 60-pound companion. But the 4-year-old German ...