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Pilot in Gabriola crash was heir to Bahlsen biscuit empire in Germany

Pilot in Gabriola crash was heir to Bahlsen biscuit empire in Germany

Alex Bahlsen, the pilot who died Tuesday when his private twin-engine plane crashed on Gabriola Island, was an heir to the Bahlsen biscuit empire in Germany.
Update: Richmond restorative justice program to get more funding next year

Update: Richmond restorative justice program to get more funding next year

A Richmond non-profit that helps keep people out of the court system has received an almost $6,000 increase to its annual funding.
Alex Fraser Bridge zipper truck ready to give northbound rush hour relief (WITH VIDEO)

Alex Fraser Bridge zipper truck ready to give northbound rush hour relief (WITH VIDEO)

Northbound morning commuters on the Alex Fraser Bridge will have four lanes to choose from next week with the introduction of a moveable barrier system using a so-called zipper truck.
Chinese pop star sings praises of autistic kids

Chinese pop star sings praises of autistic kids

A Chinese superstar visited Canada this week to bring gifts and greetings to members of the Pacific Autism Family Network in Richmond.
Canada Line workers’ contract expires in three weeks

Canada Line workers’ contract expires in three weeks

Metro Vancouver commuters are once again facing the possibility of a transit strike.
All Metro Vancouver mayors – except Doug McCallum – want regional ride-hailing licence

All Metro Vancouver mayors – except Doug McCallum – want regional ride-hailing licence

Surrey will not participate in licensing system agreed to by Mayor’s Council Dec. 12
TransLink looks at electric SeaBus options

TransLink looks at electric SeaBus options

TransLink’s latest SeaBus purchase hasn’t hit the water yet, but the transit authority is already looking ahead to its next generation of zero- or low-emission cross-inlet ferries.
Sex assault reports spike in Richmond due to new RCMP focus

Sex assault reports spike in Richmond due to new RCMP focus

With a focus on believing victims, the number of recorded sexual assault police files has increased dramatically in Richmond over the past year. Cpl.
Steveston Arts Connection to present record pajama, cash donations to help against domestic violence

Steveston Arts Connection to present record pajama, cash donations to help against domestic violence

There’s still over a week left in the campaign, but the 7th Annual PJ Project has already collected more than half their pajama goal and over $1,500 to help transition homes. On Dec.
Richmond considers fees for EV charging

Richmond considers fees for EV charging

City council is looking at implementing fees between $2 and $16 per hour at electrical vehicle charging stations.