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Richmond's riot hero to receive bravery award

Richmond's riot hero to receive bravery award

A hero who waded into the baying Stanley Cup riot mob to pluck a viciously battered Good Samaritan to safety is set to receive a top bravery award.

Last post-Olympic cash to spent on Richmond oval

Theres a little more than $1 million left in the Richmond ovals post-Olympic conversion $24 million budget. And city council made short work Monday about ten minutes - of approving what to spend the last of the money on.

Beauty queen rioter from Richmond pleading guilty

A Stanley Cup rioter from Richmond who once won a Miss Congeniality title during a beauty-queen contest is changing her plea of not guilty to guilty.

Beware of holiday hazards

As the Christmas season of parties, decorating and shop til you drop gets into full swing, both Richmond Fire-Rescue and the local Mounties are urging people to stay safe.
Race for Richmond Centre heats up; outspoken doctor, decorated Mountie considering nominations

Race for Richmond Centre heats up; outspoken doctor, decorated Mountie considering nominations

The race for the Richmond Centre riding is heating up after two more names emerged as potential runners while a city councillor ruled himself out. Dr.

Richmond shelter cats treated to turkey dinner

So, has the anxiety of producing a Christmas dinner for the entire family set in yet? If you think you have it bad being relied on to satisfy a dining table full of expectant turkey-eaters, try feeding around 700 hungry mouths.

Father makes Christmas wish for missing ring

A father of four is hoping for a Christmas miracle after losing his wedding ring during the annual family tree-cutting trip.

Richmond students craft toys for kids

About 16 wooden toy ducks made by 12 pairs of hands are packed and ready to go to the Richmond Christmas Fund. The Hugh Boyd Grade 11s and 12s have been working on the ducks as part of their carpentry class.

Richmond Ikea shooting was targeted, not gang related, say police

The shocking shooting in Ikeas parking lot this week was targeted, but not gang-related, according to police. Mounties raced to the stores underground parking lot in north Richmond around 4:30 p.m. Tuesday amid reports of gunfire.

Richmond students knit for Sally Ann

The art of knitting is alive and well in the hands of 25 Grades 4 to 7 students at General Currie elementary.