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Trump flag-waver in Richmond attracts police attention

Trump flag-waver in Richmond attracts police attention

A lone figure waving a giant “Trump 2020” on Sea Island on Sunday attracted the attention of passing motorists and, ultimately, the RCMP.
Forgotten Lotto ticket wins Delta woman $58,500

Forgotten Lotto ticket wins Delta woman $58,500

A Delta woman has reminded everyone that they should always check their Lotto tickets – after a month-old receipt netted her $58,000.
Update: Several Richmond neighbourhoods out of power due to wind storm

Update: Several Richmond neighbourhoods out of power due to wind storm

Three Richmond communities experienced power outages due to a wind storm on Tuesday morning. BC Hydro reported around 11 a.m.
Tech talent flooding to Metro Vancouver as 28K workers added over five years

Tech talent flooding to Metro Vancouver as 28K workers added over five years

Metro Vancouver’s picturesque appeal hasn’t been lost on those who spend much of their working days hunkered down in (home) offices.
Park plan in Richmond city centre could be scrapped

Park plan in Richmond city centre could be scrapped

City staff recommended reducing greenspace in the Spires Road area in city centre – earmarked for densification – but council didn’t go down that route, at least for now. Planned space for parks inside this area, between No.
Whistler Blackcomb urging patience ahead of opening day

Whistler Blackcomb urging patience ahead of opening day

Whistler Blackcomb (WB) is reminding the public that opening day is still a few days away after reporting "a high volume" of skiers and riders on-mountain this weekend.
SFU expert’s No Child Alone social network connects children during pandemic

SFU expert’s No Child Alone social network connects children during pandemic

An SFU professor is addressing the negative impacts of COVID-19 on children’s mental well-being with her latest research project—an online social network for children called No Child Alone.
Scammers using Christmas 'must-have' toys to con consumers

Scammers using Christmas 'must-have' toys to con consumers

Scammers are quickly cashing in on the latest toy trends in the run up to Christmas, according to the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Every year, consumers go shopping for the “must-have” toys on most children's wish lists.
17 people arrested in one day in Richmond: RCMP

17 people arrested in one day in Richmond: RCMP

Seventeen people were arrested in one day in Richmond, as part of a joint operation between Richmond RCMP and Metro Vancouver Transit Police. The arrests – which Mounties say are for “various offences,” with charges still pending – took place on Nov.
(Update) Burnaby Hospital ER reopens to walk-ins after fire

(Update) Burnaby Hospital ER reopens to walk-ins after fire

Burnaby Hospital’s emergency department has reopened to walk-in patients after a fire Sunday night prompted a temporary closure.