Maria Rantanen

Maria Rantanen covers the city hall and education beats for the Richmond News but she also enjoys delving into stories about farming and the future of Richmond.

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Recent Work by Maria

71-year-old woman found dead in Richmond, son apprehended

This appears to be an isolated incident, according to the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team.

Apr 28, 2024 11:09 AM Read more >

Richmond News readers overwhelmingly say courts too lenient

There were 149 shoplifting incidents reported to Richmond RCMP in February.

Apr 27, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Richmond photographers display work at Lansdowne

The public is invited to vote on their favourite photo.

Apr 26, 2024 11:00 AM Read more >

Emergency team dispatched after firearms report at Richmond hotel

The hotel was evacuated and cordoned off for safety reasons.

Apr 24, 2024 2:36 PM Read more >

Richmond non-profit donates baby formula, essentials to those in need

Rose's Angels was created in memory of co-founder's philanthropic grandmothers.

Apr 24, 2024 2:00 PM Read more >

Richmond mayor shuts down meeting after 'offensive' remarks

'No drugs in Richmond' signs back at city council meeting.

Apr 24, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Richmond Caring Place gets $245K grant to help replace roof

The total cost of replacing the roof is estimated at $500,000.

Apr 24, 2024 11:34 AM Read more >

Richmondites honoured by BC Ambulance for saving man's life

'Learning CPR is a selfless gift that everyone can give...'

Apr 23, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

Memory Lane: RV park precedes Richmond Olympic Oval

Campers and RVs could stay on River Road during Expo 86.

Apr 23, 2024 2:20 PM Read more >

More funding approved for Richmond food outreach program

City councillors expressed their frustration with the lack of action from senior levels of government.

Apr 22, 2024 5:30 PM Read more >

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