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State trying to purchase 9 acres of private land to expand Hilo Harbor
The state is trying to acquire five parcels of land for a needed expansion of the Big Island’s most important harbor, but it would mean relocating about 15 businesses and a church.November 10, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
NewsPolice arrest 16 motorists for DUI week of Oct. 28-Nov. 3 on Big Island roads
CommunityTemporary closure continues for Mauna Loa Road in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
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Big Island lane closures: Nov. 9-15
In observance of Veteran’s Day on Nov. 11, there will be no contraflow and no work on State Highways unless otherwise permitted.
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Police arrest 16 motorists for DUI week of Oct. 28-Nov. 3 on Big Island roads
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November 9, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Temporary closure continues for Mauna Loa Road in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
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