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Good morning, Richmond! It's Friday

Latest news and weather in Richmond and a photo feature of the day.
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A pair of barred owls in West Dike.

Happy Friday, Richmond! It's June 20, 2025.

In case you missed it, an illegal ride-hailing operator in Richmond has been convicted twice in three months.

Meanwhile, a class from Richmond's Homma Elementary has won an international flower-planting prize.

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Today's weather... 

Clouds are in the forecast for today with a 60 per cent chance of showers. There is also a risk of thunderstorms this morning.

Rain is also expected later this evening.

The temperature today is expected to range between 16 C and 13 C in Richmond City Centre, according to Weatherhood.

Click here to check out forecasts for other areas of Richmond for the rest of the week.

Photo of the day...

For today's feature photo, GMR regular Anabelle Wee captured a tender moment between two barred owls in West Dike.

To submit a photo, email us at [email protected] with the subject line "GMR." Remember to tell us where and when you took the photo.

Fun fact about Richmond...

Do you know where in Terra Nova fishermen used to exchange their catch for goods?

The Terra Nova Cannery store became a hub for the community when the cannery started operations in 1892, according to the Richmond Museum.

Not only did fisherman get their goods here, but many Japanese, Chinese, First Nations and European workers spent their pay there.

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