Every time you go for a swim, some of your sunscreen gets left behind. An estimated 25% of applied sunscreen washes off during recreational water activities, releasing some 5,000 tons annually in reef areas alone, according to a study in Environmental Health Perspectives. That’s equivalent ...
The Lahaina Community Land Trust has launched a homebuyer portal aimed at helping Lahaina-rooted residents begin the process toward permanently affordable homeownership. The portal, available at lahainacommunitylandtrust.org/comehome, allows residents to submit an intake form that places them in the pipeline to potentially purchase a future LCLT home. When homes become available, the organization will conduct a lottery among qualified applicants, who would then have the opportunity to buy available properties. Residents who sign up will receive notifications when homes come on the ...
Runners and walkers from across the U.S. and beyond took off at sunrise Sunday from staggered start lines in the Maui Marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K races in Kaanapali. Participants traveled the scenic out-and-back course, passing energetic aid stations before finishing among cheering ...
Both lanes of South Kihei Road will reopen during nonworking hours following significant progress in repair work. South Kihei Road has been closed from Ohukai Road to Kulanihakoi Street since last week. With the road reopening during nonworking hours, it will be closed from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on weekdays and Saturday. Weather permitting, the work to fix damage from two kona storms in March is expected to continue through June 20. Only local access will be allowed during working hours. Through traffic should expect delays and follow detour signs via Ohukai Road, Kenolio Road, ...
The county is inviting applicants for its Environmental Protection and Sustainability Division grants program, which has an estimated $3.9 million available across four categories, to an upcoming informational session. Funding will be offered for highway beautification, recycling, environmental protection and green projects and wetlands restoration. The program aims to support initiatives that promote sustainability and resilience while addressing climate change impacts. Projects incorporating traditional Hawaiian practices are encouraged. An informational session for applicants will ...
A 76-year-old man died in a condominium fire Friday at 100 Ridge Road in Kapalua, according to the Maui Fire Department. The fire was reported at 2:41 p.m., with crews responding to a blaze in a second-story unit. Firefighters extended hoses to bring the fire under control and prevent it from spreading to neighboring units. The man, who was the occupant of the unit, was pronounced dead at the scene. His name was not released pending notification of next of kin. The fire was contained to the unit of origin. Responding units included Engine 11, Engine 3, Ladder 3, Tanker 3, a ...
