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Richmond councillor pushes for stand against racism

Richmond councillor pushes for stand against racism

Richmond city Coun. Chak Au wants council to take a stand against racism.
COVID-19 scuttles Richmond couple's wedding plans

COVID-19 scuttles Richmond couple's wedding plans

Andreas and Hendrika Russell had chosen Victoria Day to say “I do” to each other with 250 friends and family to attend their ceremony and reception. Then came COVID-19.
Richmond eyes expanding patio space for food establishments

Richmond eyes expanding patio space for food establishments

As restrictions in restaurants, cafes and pubs ease up this week, Richmond city council will look at expediting permits for patios and keeping permitting costs low.
Adidas releasing replica Terry Fox sneakers with proceeds to charity

Adidas releasing replica Terry Fox sneakers with proceeds to charity

New collection commemorates 40th anniversary of Marathon of Hope
Richmond woodcarving show attracts global talents after moving online

Richmond woodcarving show attracts global talents after moving online

Woodcarvers from all over the world will have their work showcased at the locally-organized, virtual woodcarving show.
Letter: U.N. decision ‘irresponsible’

Letter: U.N. decision ‘irresponsible’

Dear Editor, The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) is arguably the most important U.N. body currently assembled. The UNHRC’s mission is to promote, uphold and protect human rights globally.
Richmond's 'most vulnerable' can access daily meals

Richmond's 'most vulnerable' can access daily meals

Meals for vulnerable Richmond residents have been expanded with two churches taking the lead during the pandemic – St. Alban’s and Church on Five.
WorkSafeBC announces safety guidelines for business reopening this week

WorkSafeBC announces safety guidelines for business reopening this week

WorkSafeBC has announced industry-specific resources and guidelines for businesses re-opening during phase two of B.C.’s Restart Plan.
Richmond RCMP investigating single-vehicle collision that sent one man to hospital

Richmond RCMP investigating single-vehicle collision that sent one man to hospital

Richmond RCMP is investigating a crash that sent one person to hospital with serious injuries. Mounties said in a statement that speed is being considered as a factor in the single-vehicle collision, which occurred shortly before 10 p.m.
B.C. premier condemns rise of anti-Asian racism in wake of COVID-19 pandemic

B.C. premier condemns rise of anti-Asian racism in wake of COVID-19 pandemic

There have been a number of anti-Asian racist incidents across the Lower Mainland in recent months, including in Richmond