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One-third of employees report suffering from ‘extreme levels of stress’: survey

One-third of employees report suffering from ‘extreme levels of stress’: survey

Workplace stress levels are on the rise in Canada, according to a new survey.
Here’s why you see BC Ferries in Richmond next to the Massey Tunnel

Here’s why you see BC Ferries in Richmond next to the Massey Tunnel

When you’re heading south on Highway 99 about to head into the Massey Tunnel, you may notice a line-up of BC Ferries to your right.
Richmond unveils 2018 street banners

Richmond unveils 2018 street banners

10 banners were selected out of almost 200 entries this year
Year of the Dog feature: Cadence

Year of the Dog feature: Cadence

To celebrate the Lunar New Year, we are featuring lovely dogs in Richmond throughout February. Today’s dog is Cadence, Erika’s buddy. Let’s take a look at what she had to say about Cadence.
Over 1,400 B.C. residents died from illicit drug overdose last year

Over 1,400 B.C. residents died from illicit drug overdose last year

‘Most tragic year ever’ in B.C. brings push to decriminalize use of opioids
Rarely seen, ‘weird looking’ bird rescued by the B.C. SPCA

Rarely seen, ‘weird looking’ bird rescued by the B.C. SPCA

June Pigeon had never seen anything like it before. She works at Ogden Point in Victoria and about noon on Monday noticed a “weird looking bird” on the pier. “He was just sort of standing there and he had his head underneath his wings,” she said.
Investigation: The mounting concerns over Canadian trampoline park safety regulations

Investigation: The mounting concerns over Canadian trampoline park safety regulations

46-year-old father Jay Greenwood died in a trampoline park that's received numerous complaints over safety
Canadian economy grows 0.4% in November: StatsCan

Canadian economy grows 0.4% in November: StatsCan

Strength in manufacturing contributed to a 0.4% increase in Canadian GDP in November
What's on in Richmond this week: Arts, cultural and community events

What's on in Richmond this week: Arts, cultural and community events

Thursday, Feb. 1 English Language Learning: 4 p.m. The next installment of the Richmond Public Library’s successful series dedicated to helping parents understand the school system begins Feb. 1.
PHOTOS: Tour of Richmond Hospital reveals inadequate environment

PHOTOS: Tour of Richmond Hospital reveals inadequate environment

The Richmond News went on a tour in the north tower of Richmond Hospital Monday morning to take a peek at the current medical environment. It was guided by Rich Dillon, director of client relations and risk management for Richmond Hospital.