Happy Monday, Richmond! It's May 5, 2025.
In case you missed it, traffic will be diverted off Highway 99 at the Steveston Exchange starting tomorrow evening until Wednesday morning.
Meanwhile, Richmond News columnist Sabine Eiche shares where the word conclave comes from and her thoughts on how a new Pope is chosen.
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Today's weather...
Sunny skies are in the forecast today, with clear skies in the evening.
Temperatures are expected to hit a high of 17C and a low of 7C 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 barred owl on the West Dyke.
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Fun fact about Richmond...
Do you know why the West Dyke Trail in Richmond was originally built?
The West Dyke Trail was originally built as a flood protection structure and not a recreational path. Like many other dikes in Richmond, they protect the city from high tides and Fraser River flooding.
Over time, it became a popular spot for walking, cycling and even bird watching.
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