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CommunityOld bowling alley building in South Kona catches fire; $1.7 million reported in damages
East Hawaii NewsCharles ‘Sparky’ Kawamoto Swim Stadium in Hilo reopens
Business Monday: 5 small companies thrive together in Hilo’s first food truck park
Hilo’s only food truck park includes Le Yellow Sub, Hilo Ice Coffee, A & K Fratellis, Duck Fat, and Organic Island Cuisine.December 16, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
Community‘Heroes and Helpers’ bring holiday joy to keiki in need
CommunityDeadline extended for county impact grant program
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December 16, 2024 · 2:00 PM
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December 16, 2024 · 3:00 AM
‘Breaks my heart’: South Kona community reacts after fire destroys old bowling alley
Community members were saddened to learn Sunday that the 2-story building on Māmalahoa Highway — a landmark in Kainaliu — where so many special memories were made is now just a charred shell of its former self after the destruction wroght there by a raging fire.
December 16, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Business Monday: 5 small companies thrive together in Hilo’s first food truck park
Hilo’s only food truck park includes Le Yellow Sub, Hilo Ice Coffee, A & K Fratellis, Duck Fat, and Organic Island Cuisine.
December 15, 2024 · 4:57 PM
Old bowling alley building in South Kona catches fire; $1.7 million reported in damages
When crews arrived on scene, flames were visible from the second story and there was heavy smoke, a press release from the fire department indicated.
December 15, 2024 · 10:12 AM
Charles ‘Sparky’ Kawamoto Swim Stadium in Hilo reopens
The facility closed Oct. 14 for planned repairs to the pool pump’s bearings and mechanical seal. However, it was discovered that additional repairs were necessary after the pump was removed and disassembled, necessitating a longer closure.
December 15, 2024 · 5:00 AM
‘Heroes and Helpers’ bring holiday joy to keiki in need
The fourth annual Catholic Charities Hawai’i event also fosters positive relationships between youth and the officers and other first responders involved. A total of 50 teens and young children from Hilo participated.
December 15, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Deadline extended for county impact grant program
Applicants can now submit their proposals for research, programs, or projects that have a positive impact on Hawaiʻi Island communities until Feb. 5, 2025.
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Charter school offers programs on agricultural land while awaiting permits to build new campus
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December 8, 2024 · 8:23 AM
West Hawai‘i County Band, other Kona groups offering sounds of season
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December 8, 2024 · 3:02 AM
Holiday — and service — spirit on full display in Hilo
Winners of 2024 Downtown Hilo Christmas Lights Parade awards announced; grand marshal Dr. Lori Inouye-Yamashita recognized for her outstanding contributions and dedication to the community.
December 8, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Experience the ‘Magic of the Season’
Hawai‘i County invites the public to the cherished weeklong annual holiday open house tradition that will feature festivities such as live hula and music, food trucks, goodies and snacks, decorations and more.
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Maui Now
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