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Crown seeks six-month jail term for Hastings racetrack corruption

Crown seeks six-month jail term for Hastings racetrack corruption

Darren Scott Young is a scapegoat for the racetrack and BC Gaming Policy Enforcement Branch problems preceding his arrival, lawyer says.
Former Richmond Mountie denied bail for sex crimes

Former Richmond Mountie denied bail for sex crimes

The man behaved in a “very antisocial manner” while on bail, said an Ontario Court of Appeal justice.
YVR passenger volumes approach pre-pandemic levels

YVR passenger volumes approach pre-pandemic levels

The number of passengers at Vancouver International Airport dropped by about 90 per cent during COVID-19.
Ministry slams Surrey mayor for lack of leadership in police transition

Ministry slams Surrey mayor for lack of leadership in police transition

A leaked letter outlines examples of lack of action and statements of misinformation by Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke and city council.
B.C. sets out law to restrict use of illicit drugs in many public places

B.C. sets out law to restrict use of illicit drugs in many public places

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says it will tighten rules around the use of illicit drugs in public places following criticism that consuming fentanyl in community parks could face fewer restrictions than smoking a cigarette.
Urban farm in Richmond offers final Twilight Tour highlighting season extension

Urban farm in Richmond offers final Twilight Tour highlighting season extension

The last tour of the year at KPU’s farm at the Garden City Lands takes place this Tuesday.
New B.C. public drug use restrictions will endanger lives, says advocacy group

New B.C. public drug use restrictions will endanger lives, says advocacy group

New provincial law on public drug use runs contrary to goals of decriminalization in many ways, says the Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users.
Richmond woman, 65, attacked while walking her dog

Richmond woman, 65, attacked while walking her dog

The 65-year-old victim was subjected to an unprovoked attack near Gilbert and Blundell roads
Heavy traffic after crash in Richmond city centre

Heavy traffic after crash in Richmond city centre

Expect delays on No. 3 Road.
Homelessness almost doubles in Richmond in past three years

Homelessness almost doubles in Richmond in past three years

The homeless count has been done the same way since 2005, showing trends over time.