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Richmond RCMP issues cell phone warning

Richmond RCMP is warning people with cellphones especially new generation smartphones to take extra care in the city when using their device in public.

Man charged with second-degree murder

Vancouver Police have named Anthony Blake Cruz of Richmond as their suspect in the city's sixth homicide of 2011. An unidentified woman in her 30s who was found dead in a Fraser Street apartment on June 10.

Maritime Fest nets bumper crowd

Sunshine and quality exhibits drew 35,000 to Britannia Heritage Shipyard

Fears over smart meters grow

BC Hydro's controversial Smart Metering Program is moving ahead in Richmond, despite growing concerns about privacy and health risks.

Paper company feels pinch

One of Richmond's major employers has reported a second quarter net loss, which is nearly four times the size of its first-quarter drop. Catalyst Paper made the announcement last week, blaming downtime and a strong Canadian dollar for the decline.

Canada Line service boosted as usage beats targets

Two trains added to rapid rail line running from Richmond and YVR to Vancouver's downtown

Paws for Cause tracks into town

Animal lovers in Richmond are urged to slide into their favourite pair of walking shoes and get moving to help a furry friend.

TV series transforms Steveston into New England

Businesses and city officials are hoping a new TV show from the people behind Lost will create a buzz for the community of Steveston similar to what the long-running Smallville series did for Cloverdale.

Steveston Harbour to get federal funding

Steveston Harbour was one of several similar facilities across B.C. to get a $7.9 million funding boost from the federal government last week.
PHOTOS: Richmond Maritime Festival attracts bumper crowds

PHOTOS: Richmond Maritime Festival attracts bumper crowds