Kimo’s Restaurant to Reopen on Front Street in Lahaina Revival

Hawaiian coastal town aerial view — Kimo's Restaurant to Reopen on Front Street in Lahaina Revival | Maui Tom's News

T S Restaurants has signed a letter of intent to bring Kimo’s back to a new Front Street location, partnering with two Hawaii business leaders who are restoring the Chan Wa Building. The move signals continued commercial revitalization of Lahaina’s historic waterfront district. T S Restaurants has signed a letter of intent to open a […]

Kimo’s Restaurant Signs Deal to Reopen on Front Street in Lahaina

Sunset over ocean and harbor — Kimo's Restaurant Signs Deal to Reopen on Front Street in Lahaina | Maui Tom's News

T S Restaurants has signed a letter of intent to rebuild Kimo’s on Front Street in Lahaina, partnering with local developers restoring the Chan Wa Building. The iconic restaurant, destroyed in the 2023 wildfires, aims to return to the community as quickly as possible. T S Restaurants signed a letter of intent for a new […]

Verizon Grant Funds Fire-Resilient Home Rebuilds for Five Maui Families

Sunset beach view — Verizon Grant Funds Fire-Resilient Home Rebuilds for Five Maui Families | Maui Tom's News

Multiple sources have reported on the slow pace and ongoing challenges of Lahaina’s post-fire recovery, nearly three years after the 2023 wildfires. Episcopal Relief & Development has received a Verizon Community Disaster Resilience Grant through National VOAD to fund fire-resilient rebuilds, while broader coverage highlights that regulatory hurdles continue to delay reconstruction across Lahaina. Episcopal […]

Lahaina Homecoming Event Brings 103 Displaced Residents Back July 17–19

Tropical harbor with palm trees — Lahaina Homecoming Event Brings 103 Displaced Residents Back July 17–19 | Maui Tom's News

A free three-day community event, July 17–19, will welcome back 103 former Lahaina residents representing 20 families, with activities held across multiple Lahaina venues. The event is organized by the Maui Economic Recovery Commission’s Healing Journey Team and sponsored by county and community partners. The inaugural Lahaina Homecoming runs July 17–19 at Lahaina Cannery Mall, […]

Lahaina Homecoming Event Set for July 17–19 with Career Fair and Community Programs

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Multiple sources report that the inaugural Lahaina Homecoming, a three-day community celebration, is scheduled for July 17–19 at various locations in Lahaina town, nearly three years after the August 2023 wildfires. The event focuses on healing, cultural reconnection, and recovery for displaced residents, and includes a career fair organized by the Maui County Office of […]

Lahaina Homecoming Weekend Kicks Off July 17–19 with Free Community Events

Lahaina waterfront and ocean view — Lahaina Homecoming Weekend Kicks Off July 17–19 with Free Community Events | Maui Tom's News

Lahaina’s monthly Paʻūpili 3rd Saturdays community gathering returns July 18, coinciding with a broader three-day Lahaina Homecoming celebration featuring food, entertainment, and local vendors. All events are free and open to the public. Paʻūpili Lahaina 3rd Saturdays takes place July 18, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., at Lahaina United Methodist Church. The event is part of the […]

Lahaina Playground Groundbreaking Set for July 30 as Part of Fire Recovery

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Multiple Maui County announcements confirm a groundbreaking ceremony for the Lahaina Recreation Center Playground will be held on July 30, 2026, marking a key milestone in West Maui’s post-fire recovery. The $2.4 million project, shaped by community input over three years, will deliver a fully inclusive, heavily shaded playground expected to be completed in fall […]

Lahaina Homecoming Career Fair Set for July 17 at Cannery Mall

Tropical waterfront scene — Lahaina Homecoming Career Fair Set for July 17 at Cannery Mall | Maui Tom's News

Maui County’s Office of Economic Development is hosting a free career fair on July 17 as part of the three-day Lahaina Homecoming event, connecting displaced and returning residents with employers across multiple industries. The fair runs 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Lahaina Cannery Mall. The free career fair is part of the broader Lahaina […]

Lahaina Rec Center Playground Breaks Ground July 30 in $2.4M Project

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Multiple sources, including Maui County and Maui News, report that the County of Maui will hold a public groundbreaking ceremony for the Lahaina Recreation Center Playground on July 30, 2026, at 245 Shaw St. The $2.4 million project, shaped by three years of West Maui community input, is part of ongoing recovery efforts following the […]

Front Street in Lahaina to Reopen to Traffic August 1, 2026

Ocean harbor with boats and mountains — Front Street in Lahaina to Reopen to Traffic August 1, 2026 | Maui Tom's News

The County of Maui has announced that Front Street will reopen to vehicular traffic on August 1, 2026, following completion of post-wildfire repairs including seawall work, road paving, and streetscape improvements. The reopening covers the Pāpalaua to Shaw Street stretch, with several nearby side streets also reopening. Front Street (Pāpalaua to Shaw streets) reopens to […]