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Richmond man guilty of manslaughter, not murder: defence

Richmond man guilty of manslaughter, not murder: defence

A Richmond man killed his mother but is guilty of manslaughter, not murder, the accused’s lawyer argued Monday.
New heroin treatment could save lives and money, Vancouver study says

New heroin treatment could save lives and money, Vancouver study says

For those with severe addictions to opioids, methadone has become the go-to treatment option.
'Abusive and exploitative' birth tourism targeted by Richmond residents

'Abusive and exploitative' birth tourism targeted by Richmond residents

A continued rise in non-residents arriving at Richmond Hospital to give birth has led to a second House of Commons petition aimed at denouncing and eliminating birth tourism nationwide — only this time it is sponsored by Liberal MP for Steveston-Rich
Power problem causes Canada Line delays between Olympic Village and Waterfront stations

Power problem causes Canada Line delays between Olympic Village and Waterfront stations

Travelers must switch to a shuttle train at Olympic Village
Richmond MLA given multiculturalism role in Victoria

Richmond MLA given multiculturalism role in Victoria

Teresa Wat, MLA for Richmond North-Centre, has been given a new role in Opposition at the legislature in Victoria. Among the changes to the critics’ roles dished out Tuesday by B.C.
Looks like B.C. might be heading towards a business tax revolt

Looks like B.C. might be heading towards a business tax revolt

The B.C. government’s plan to shift the burden of medical insurance premiums onto employers has sparked what is starting to look and sound like a tax revolt. This comes as the B.C.
Grade 12 student learns new life skill … how to detect deadly drugs

Grade 12 student learns new life skill … how to detect deadly drugs

Drug checking night at Powell Street Getaway Resource Centre scheduled for Thursday, March 29
Rare outbreak of cholera on Island, linked to herring eggs, still ‘evolving’

Rare outbreak of cholera on Island, linked to herring eggs, still ‘evolving’

No new cases of cholera have been identified since at least four people were announced to have the illness last week, with all infections tied to eating herring eggs. Dr.
Former Italian restaurant owner takes over Greek eatery in Steveston

Former Italian restaurant owner takes over Greek eatery in Steveston

Former Paesano's owner Satinder Jaswal will re-open George's Taverna on Moncton Street
Scheduling software targets wellness-sector efficiency

Scheduling software targets wellness-sector efficiency

Health-conscious consumers using apps to stay on track physically and mentally