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Many Canada Post workers are ‘fearful’ about COVID-19, says Richmond letter carrier

Many Canada Post workers are ‘fearful’ about COVID-19, says Richmond letter carrier

She hadn’t realized she was clenching her jaw all day – due to COVID-19-related stress – until she recently cracked a tooth.
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Restaurants worried about ability to re-open as COVID-19 restrictions ease

Restaurants worried about ability to re-open as COVID-19 restrictions ease

Restaurants Canada is calling on more government support for foodservice establishments as COVID-19 continues to serve restaurants serious financial challenges.
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Richmond MLAs host town hall on Friday morning

Richmond MLAs host town hall on Friday morning

Richmond's four MLAs will hold a virtual townhall to answer questions about a restart plan rolled out by the provincial government on Wednesday afternoon.
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Reach creating awareness on National Child and Youth Mental Health Day

Reach creating awareness on National Child and Youth Mental Health Day

National Child and Youth Mental Health Day May 7 is intended to create awareness and acknowledgement of the thousands of children, youth, and families needing mental health support and care across Canada.
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Routine COVID-19 testing for pets not recommended: B.C. vets

Routine COVID-19 testing for pets not recommended: B.C. vets

A B.C.-based veterinary society is telling pet owners that having their animals tested for COVID-19 is not recommended or necessary.
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Observe World Password Day with these tips

Observe World Password Day with these tips

Electronic security is equally as important as washing our hands during COVID-19. While many online scams have appeared lately, having a strong password to protect personal information is a must.
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‘Substantial amount’ of drugs, 8 handguns seized in Richmond, Vancouver: VPD

‘Substantial amount’ of drugs, 8 handguns seized in Richmond, Vancouver: VPD

Amount seized shows there isn't a shortage of street drugs in B.C., say VPD
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Vancouver mayor, council encouraged by Horgan’s restart plan for economy

Vancouver mayor, council encouraged by Horgan’s restart plan for economy

Coun. Pete Fry: ‘It’s a good cue to stay optimistic yet cautious and resolute’
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Richmond real estate listings, sales decline due to COVID-19

Richmond real estate listings, sales decline due to COVID-19

Real estate sales in Richmond – as with much of the Lower Mainland – dropped sharply in April due to COVID-19, according to the latest monthly report from the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV). The drop follows on the heels of B.C.
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B.C. death toll from COVID-19 hits 124, as three more seniors die

B.C. death toll from COVID-19 hits 124, as three more seniors die

Seniors’ care homes and living facilities combine to be the biggest hot-spot for the pandemic
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