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PayPal buying Vancouver-founded Hyperwallet for US$400m

PayPal buying Vancouver-founded Hyperwallet for US$400m

A financial technology company that traces its roots to Vancouver has found a buyer willing to dig deep into its own wallet. PayPal Holdings, Inc. is acquiring Hyperwallet Systems Inc. for US$400 million.
B.C. Ferries cancels some reservations on busy southern route

B.C. Ferries cancels some reservations on busy southern route

B.C. Ferries is cancelling some reservations on the Horseshoe Bay – Departure Bay route due to a delay in repairing one of its vessels.
Delta residents facing 'summer of stink'

Delta residents facing 'summer of stink'

It’ll be a summer of stink in East Ladner.
Drivers urged to keep their pets safe on summer road trips

Drivers urged to keep their pets safe on summer road trips

ICBC and the BC SPCA are urging pet owners to drive smart and consider the safety of their animals when they’re in a vehicle.
Vegan Beyond Burger comes to two Richmond restaurants this summer

Vegan Beyond Burger comes to two Richmond restaurants this summer

At least two Richmond restaurants will be offering the vegan Beyond Burger this summer. Steveston Built Taphouse, a new restaurant that opened on No. 1 Road and Bayview Street in May, is offering the Beyond Burger and side for $16.
Is anyone in Richmond missing a piano?

Is anyone in Richmond missing a piano?

Richmond RCMP is reaching out to the community in a bid to reunite pianos with their owners. In early June 2018, Richmond Mounties received information of a warehouse in south Richmond where numerous pianos were discovered.
Offshore ‘slipper skippers’ and local monopolies target of new fishing industry study

Offshore ‘slipper skippers’ and local monopolies target of new fishing industry study

MP Ken Hardie has initiated a committee to review West Coast fisheries quota and licensing regulations
'Housing shouldn't be that difficult,' says artist who offers 'tiny house' solution

'Housing shouldn't be that difficult,' says artist who offers 'tiny house' solution

Richmond Art Gallery exhibits "Home Made Home" July 17-Aug. 26
Nearly half of Canadian men aren't concerned about sun exposure risks: Study

Nearly half of Canadian men aren't concerned about sun exposure risks: Study

Now that it’s officially summer, it’s time for Richmondites to start becoming more aware of sun safety and how to protect ourselves against ultraviolet (UV) radiation and skin cancer.
Montessori program sunk by offshore cash deal

Montessori program sunk by offshore cash deal

Veteran educator worries about loss of quality education and social spaces for toddlers