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Richmondite facing riot charge

Resident one of 60 files passed by police to Crown

Richmond plane crash: More survivors set to be released from hospital

While the exact cause of the dramatic plane crash on Russ Baker Way has still to be determined, two more survivors may be released from hospital this week.

School expands

One elementary school in Richmond will be expanded as part of the B.C. government's $353 million injection into the province's education infrastructure.

Richmond plane crash rescuers share a common bond

Jeremy Kerr, John Redmond, Haim Peri and Shawn Nagurny share a common bond even if they dont know one another.

City endorses park design

The design for a $2.3 million waterfront park next to the Olympic oval has been endorsed by city council. The "Oval West Waterfront Park" concept - which will be split into two phases - was first approved by the city back in 2007.

7 charged in alleged hostage-taking

Seven people - including a Richmond resident - allegedly associated with the Red Scorpions and Independent Soldiers criminal gangs are facing kidnapping and unlawful confinement charges after a 29year-old man was abducted Oct.

Lansdowne lot stabbing investigated

A 24-year-old man was sent to hospital after being stabbed in a shopping centre parking lot early Saturday. At around 5 a.m., Richmond RCMP received a report of an assault with weapons at the Lansdowne Shopping Centre on No. 3 Road.

Graduates unrealistic about financial future

Recent high-school graduates are exceptionally optimistic about their financial futures, with most expecting they will have an annual salary of $70,000 within 10 years and will have purchased their own home, according to a survey released today.

Drivers taken for ride by 'helpful' thieves

Police warn Richmond drivers after rash of "distracted" thefts. If you've just paid a visit to the bank, driven away and then an apparent good Samaritan points out you have a flat tire, you better beware.

Bus drivers seek advice

Metro Vancouver bus drivers are seeking legal advice as to whether Coast Mountain Bus Co. breached their privacy when it installed secret cameras in their coaches, allegedly to catch a vandal.