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Drug policy researchers, academics, doctors descend on Vancouver

Drug policy researchers, academics, doctors descend on Vancouver

Canadian premiere of the film DOSED screens at the Vogue on Oct. 7
Richmond Public Library offers sneak peek to free programs

Richmond Public Library offers sneak peek to free programs

October is Canadian library month, and Richmond Public Library (RPL) is celebrating by inviting kids and adults to attend different daily features that start this week.
Richmond pharmacies welcome new pain-free flu shot initiative

Richmond pharmacies welcome new pain-free flu shot initiative

Major pharmacies across Canada, including the London Drugs in Richmond, are launching a pain-free flu shot initiative to replace the discontinued nasal spray flu vaccine.
Driver’s cellphone in view, but not in use. A ticket?

Driver’s cellphone in view, but not in use. A ticket?

A distracted-driving ticket issued to a Vancouver woman for charging her cellphone in her front-seat cup holder is raising legal questions about the use of electronic devices in cars.
Autistics United ask to be heard as they protest Richmond march

Autistics United ask to be heard as they protest Richmond march

Autistics United Vancouver — a self-advocacy group — will march this Sunday in Richmond to protest a walk that claims to speak for them.
Richmondites can have their say in money laundering public inquiry

Richmondites can have their say in money laundering public inquiry

The Commission of Inquiry into Money Laundering wants to hear from residents across the province, including Richmond. The commission was established in May by B.C. Premier John Horgan to investigate money laundering in the province.
Bus drivers schedule strike vote for next week

Bus drivers schedule strike vote for next week

As talks break down between bus drivers and operators and their employers, transit users in Richmond and across Metro Vancouver could find themselves without a ride, with a strike vote scheduled for next week.
Metro Vancouver ride-hailing firm says riders, workers left in limbo

Metro Vancouver ride-hailing firm says riders, workers left in limbo

Kabu Ride app has been offline since September
Bilingual financial forums help Richmondites explore investment opportunities

Bilingual financial forums help Richmondites explore investment opportunities

Global business leaders will be in Richmond on Saturday to hear about investment opportunities in the context of the U.S.-China trade war. Hosted by NAI Interactive Ltd.
Stay out of Seymour, mountain bikers warn after black bear chase (VIDEO)

Stay out of Seymour, mountain bikers warn after black bear chase (VIDEO)

The North Shore Mountain Bike Association is warning people to avoid trails in the Seymour area after a few run-ins with a particularly territorial black bear.