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RCMP officer showed 'utter lack of responsibility' for leaving fatal crash scene, says victim's mother

The RCMP officer involved in the 2008 crash that killed Orion Hutchinson is on trial for obstruction of justice, but for the young man's family the real crime is that Cpl. Monty Robinson left the scene without trying to help the injured motorcyclist.
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Tearoom brings together old friends, family

Husband and wife team opened Adorabelle Tea Room & Gift Shop in Steveston
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Airport authority opposes plan for Richmond development

City staff recommend approval of two projects to build highrise towers, including affordable housing
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Wong wades into OAS battle

Seniors minister under fire amid government plan to raise pension age
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This means stardom, maybe, for elementary student

Mamie Laverock, 7, gets small role in big Hollywood movie
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Farmland under increased pressure from commercial interests

Richmond councillor questions need for winery restaurant
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Shark fin soup creates a stir

The dish is heavily criticized due to its environmental impact
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Richmond Museum hosts interactive Experience Japan Day

A taste of Japan awaits young and old this weekend at the Richmond Museum. The museum is hosting an afternoon of fun and discovery, called Experience Japan Day on Saturday, Feb. 25, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.
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Mountie's alcoholism 'severe,' court hears

RCMP Cpl. Monty Robinson turned to alcohol following a fatal 2008 crash for comfort, he testified in B.C. Supreme Court Tuesday morning. "Why? I don't know. I wasn't thinking. I went for what had given me comfort.
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Cops, firefighters, ICBC target pedestrian death toll

Watch out for police officers and firefighters manning crosswalks this week in Richmond.
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