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Column: Pouring vintage port

Column: Pouring vintage port

Although port is one of the world’s best and relatively affordable wines, many wine consumers are quite ignorant about it.
Richmond realtors petition against homeless housing, says advocate

Richmond realtors petition against homeless housing, says advocate

Homeless advocates say they will need to step up their support for a proposed temporary, modular housing complex in the wake of a well-organized attempt — including from realtors — to block its constriction at 7300 Elmbridge Way.
Richmond rotary 'returns to Bollywood' for annual gala

Richmond rotary 'returns to Bollywood' for annual gala

Richmond Sunrise Rotary Club is heading to Bollywood for its 30th annual gala this spring. On May 30, at its ‘Return to Bollywood’ gala, the rotary club will raise funds to support programs in the Lower Mainland and internationally.
Police identify Richmond librarian kicker

Police identify Richmond librarian kicker

Richmond RCMP say they have "identified" and "located" the suspect allegedly responsible for the assault of a librarian at a community meeting on housing Wednesday evening. Cpl.
Richmond animal hospital offering behind-the-scenes tours

Richmond animal hospital offering behind-the-scenes tours

The Richmond-based Regional Animal Protection Society (RAPS) opened a new animal hospital last month at the Richmond Auto Mall and they are currently inviting the public to tour the facility.
World News: China's rubber-stamp legislature to give Xi free rein

World News: China's rubber-stamp legislature to give Xi free rein

Beijing - When President Xi Jinping attends the National People's Congress, he will swear an oath to uphold China's constitution.
Spring break activities at Richmond’s historic Gulf of Georgia Cannery

Spring break activities at Richmond’s historic Gulf of Georgia Cannery

Spring break is around the corner, and the Richmond Gulf of Georgia Cannery is hosting fun themed activities, crafts and games for kids to learn about Canada’s west coast fishing history from March 19 to 29.
Richmond wedding photographer receives $115,000 due to online malice

Richmond wedding photographer receives $115,000 due to online malice

A Richmond-based wedding photographer has received $115,000 after a client unleashed defamatory comments online that cost the company its business. Last week, a B.C.
BC Hydro's one-year rate freeze rejected

BC Hydro's one-year rate freeze rejected

British Columbians faced a tough winter trying to pay for higher than expected electricity bills and now rates are set to increase 3% as the B.C. Utilities Commission (BCUC) has decided against BC Hydro’s one-year rate freeze.
World News: Trump to hit China, Europe with steep steel, aluminum tariffs

World News: Trump to hit China, Europe with steep steel, aluminum tariffs

Washington - Despite fierce opposition from inside the White House, US President Donald Trump announced punishing steel and aluminum tariffs Thursday, teeing up a possible trade war with China and Europe.