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Gas price rises to $2.119

The average price of gasoline statewide rose to $2.119 yesterday, making Hawai'i once again the most expensive state for gasoline.

The average price matches the previous high set on Sept. 2, according to the AAA travel club.

The average price for regular fell by nearly a penny to $2.116 in California, second-highest in prices at the pump. The nationwide average fell to $1.690 a gallon.

Charter service contracted

World Airways Inc. announced it has contracted with TM Travel for charter service from Honolulu to Las Vegas starting Wednesday.

MD-11 aircraft will be used, providing more leg room in economy and business sections.

World Airways and TM Travel have the option of extending the $70 million contract beyond its expiration date of December 2005.