Maui News

United StatesKihei, Hawaii, United StatesEnglish

Serving as the primary daily publication for the island of Maui, this long-standing news organization provides essential coverage of local government, community events, and regional issues for its diverse readership. Established in 1900, it remains a vital source of information for residents and visitors alike, documenting the unique social and economic landscape of the Hawaiian island.

MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN HAWAII

Tracing its print roots to missionary presses in the 1830s, the archipelago's newspaper industry is heavily defined by its isolated geography and modern media consolidation. The dominant daily is the Honolulu Star Advertiser, a high-circulation paper formed by the 2010 merger of two historic rivals and currently operated by Black Press. Neighboring islands rely on established regional dailies, primarily the Hawaii Tribune Herald in Hilo and the Maui News, which is owned by Ogden Newspapers. The local press tradition also features enduring ethnic publications serving Asian-American communities alongside independent digital models like Honolulu Civil Beat. Paperboy indexes 16 Hawaii newspapers — browse the full directory below.

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Maui News Obituaries

Find recent obituaries and death notices published by Maui News, serving Kihei, Hawaii. View the latest obituary listings and funeral notices on the paper’s website.

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