“What’s next for plans to revitalize Hilo’s iconic Banyan Drive?”
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What’s next for plans to revitalize Hilo’s iconic Banyan Drive?
Momentum for the revitalization of the area on the Big Island’s Waiākea Peninsula picked up steam after Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green signed an emergency proclamation in July to help clean up, secure and demolish the former Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel property.September 23, 2023 · 1:00 AM HST
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September 23, 2023 · 5:31 PM
Update: Missing endangered 12-year-old located in good health
Daniel Pond was found in good health Saturday.
September 23, 2023 · 1:59 PM
Kaʻūmana Cave County Park in Hilo closed because of partial collapse
The collapse appears to be in the area near the entrance to the cave. No injuries have been reported.
September 23, 2023 · 4:00 AM
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Cabin permits and gate access through the ranch are required and a high-clearance 4WD is needed for ʻĀinapō Road. Safety information, preparedness tips and directions to obtain a permit for Mauna Loa Summit Cabin are on the park website. Permits cost $10 (plus the park entrance fee) and can include up to 12 people for as many as three nights.
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What’s next for plans to revitalize Hilo’s iconic Banyan Drive?
Momentum for the revitalization of the area on the Big Island’s Waiākea Peninsula picked up steam after Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green signed an emergency proclamation in July to help clean up, secure and demolish the former Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel property.
September 23, 2023 · 1:00 AM
Mug design contest at Aloha Petroleum now open for high school-aged keiki
One grand prize winner will receive a $1,000 cash award. The second place winner will receive $750 and the third place winner will receive a $500 cash award.
September 23, 2023 · 1:00 AM
International Coastal Cleanup on Hawaiʻi Island nets 1 ton of marine debris
Nonprofit groups across Hawaiʻi Island hosted five “Get the Drift and Bag It!” beach cleanup events last week, in collaboration with the Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup.
September 22, 2023 · 3:41 PM
Puna Woman wanted in custodial interference investigation
Dalao Godoy is described as 5-feet-2 inches tall, 106 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair. Her hairstyle is currently shaved with a ponytail in the upper back area of her head. She is known to frequent the Mountain View area in the Puna district.
September 22, 2023 · 3:08 PM
Maui police releases fifth list of names of people unaccounted for following Lāhainā fire
The last victim identified in the blaze was Kirk Carter.
September 22, 2023 · 12:00 PM
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September 13, 2023 · 4:41 PM HST
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 14-20: Lava viewing, Hilo Idol, Old Hawai‘i on Horseback pageant and more
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September 6, 2023 · 4:16 PM HST
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September 23, 2023 · 5:00 PM HST
Learn to write your family’s story at the AARP Maui Café
Maui author Malia Bohlin will share her experience and tips on writing a personal or family story over refreshments at a free AARP Maui Café event on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 9:30 a.m. at the Cameron Center in Wailuku.
September 23, 2023 · 3:00 PM HST
Get repair, rebuilding advice in Lahaina, Sept. 25-30
FEMA specialists will be available from Monday, Sept. 25, to Saturday, Sept. 30, at Lahaina Gateway Ace Hardware, located at 325 Keawe St., Suite A101.
September 23, 2023 · 2:00 PM HST
Office of Head Start officials visit MEO to offer assistance
A team from the Office of Head Start visited Maui Economic Opportunity to provide support and assistance to staff and parents affected by the wildfires.
September 23, 2023 · 1:05 PM HST
16th Annual Maui ʻUkulele Festival, Oct. 8
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No injuries reported following structure fire in Līhu‘e
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