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Police watchdog investigating man's death after shoplifting arrest in Richmond

Police watchdog investigating man's death after shoplifting arrest in Richmond

The RCMP has called in the province’s police watchdog after a man went into medical distress and died shortly after he was arrested for shoplifting in Richmond Thursday night.
J.K. Rowling threatens legal action against Coquitlam transgender activist over tweets

J.K. Rowling threatens legal action against Coquitlam transgender activist over tweets

'serious insinuations like this comes with consequences,' Rowling tweeted in reply on Friday.
Health Minister responds to Delta Hospice membership controversy

Health Minister responds to Delta Hospice membership controversy

Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, has issued the following statement on the Delta Hospice Society (DHS): "Fraser Health will stop funding DHS on Feb. 25, 2021, having provided the required 365 days notice to end its service agreement without cause.
Birthday-eve win ‘extra’ special for Whistler man

Birthday-eve win ‘extra’ special for Whistler man

It was an unforgettable birthday for Francis Masculino, who learned the night before his big day that he’d won $500,000 from the March 3, 2020 Lotto Max draw .
Richmond expedites patio expansion

Richmond expedites patio expansion

Just a week after a motion came to council to allow expanded patio spaces for cafes, pubs and restaurants, the city is already working with some food establishments to allow them more room to ensure physical distancing.
Richmond RCMP seek witnesses to alleged assault involving racial slurs

Richmond RCMP seek witnesses to alleged assault involving racial slurs

Richmond RCMP are seeking witnesses to an alleged assault, involving racial slurs, that took place near the Ironwood area earlier this month. According to RCMP, police arrived on scene at Steveston Highway and No. 5 Road at 2:08 p.m.
Mental wellness: COVID-19 causing youth anxiety to spike

Mental wellness: COVID-19 causing youth anxiety to spike

Schools are organizing proms and graduation ceremonies on home screens to celebrate an important life milestone — but nothing virtual can really replace crossing the stage in front of peers, teachers and family to receive a high school diploma.
Part of Dyke Road closed in Richmond Friday night

Part of Dyke Road closed in Richmond Friday night

The City of Richmond has issued a traffic advisory for Friday evening into Saturday morning for the Finn Slough area.
Lawyer for Richmond animal charity up for award

Lawyer for Richmond animal charity up for award

An animal rights lawyer who represents the Richmond-based Regional Animal Protection Society (RAPS) has once again been nominated for a prestigious industry award.
Man who walked away from hospital after Coquitlam car crash found dead

Man who walked away from hospital after Coquitlam car crash found dead

Gavin Deloes had been in an accident in Coquitlam last Friday, and on Sunday, he left Royal Columbian Hospital in a hospital gown and slippers.