1+ day, 21+ hour ago  (98+ words) The U. S. Geological Survey recorded a 6. 0 magnitude earthquake Friday night on Hawaii Island. The earthquake struck near Honaunau-Napoopoo. It originated about 14 miles below the surface, allowing the quake to be felt across the Hawaiian Islands. Residents reported feeling light to strong…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago  (139+ words) Hawaii Gas, the state's only regulated gas utility, has begun recruiting for this year's Summer Hire program from May 26-Aug. 24. Summer Hire positions are available at locations in Honolulu, Kapolei, Kahului, Hilo, Kona and Lihue. Physical and clerical roles are…...

3+ week, 46+ min ago  (196+ words) Fresh, locally sourced poi is being added to the regular rotation of meals in Hawaii public schools as part of the state Department of Education's farm-to-school efforts. The move marks the first statewide procurement of poi under a regular department…...

1+ mon, 5+ day ago  (517+ words) The pilot of a helicopter that crashed on a sightseeing flight off the Hawaiian island of Kauai last month, killing three passengers, told investigators that the aircraft vibrated and spun before plunging into the water, according to report released Friday....

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (210+ words) People look over South Kihei Road after heavy rain from a strong kona storm caused widespread damage in the area. Eli Pace/The Maui News U. S. President Donald Trump has approved a disaster declaration for Hawaii following two powerful storms in…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (283+ words) Imua Family Services will bring the Color Festival Hawaii back to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on April 5 with free admission for the community. The family-friendly festival will begin at noon and feature live music, food trucks and activities throughout…...

5+ mon, 1+ week ago  (158+ words) More than 1, 000 native seabirds were rescued between September and December, according to the Hawaii Wildlife Center, which is reporting a record fallout season. With 1, 441 native birds treated so far this year, the total has already surpassed last year's count of…...

5+ mon, 1+ week ago  (207+ words) Hawaii gas prices continue to remain near their lowest levels of the year, according to AAA Hawaii. On Thursday, the group reported the average price for regular unleaded statewide was $4. 44, which is 12 cents lower than the price was a year…...

7+ mon, 1+ week ago  (210+ words) The Hawaii Department of Health is alerting residents of a recall issued by Meadow Gold Dairy for half-pint sized chocolate milk marked with an Oct. 16, 2025, expiration date. The chocolate milk, made and packaged out of state, is being voluntarily recalled…...

7+ mon, 1+ week ago  (523+ words) Kaiser Permanente workers picket outside the medical office at 55 Maui Lani Parkway in Wailuku on Tuesday after going on strike. The strike centers on employees" pay, benefits, staffing levels and other issues. The Maui News/Eli Pace Union representatives and…...