Maria Rantanen

Maria Rantanen covers the city hall and education beats for the Richmond News but she also enjoys delving into stories about farming and the future of Richmond.

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Recent Work by Maria

Fight at Richmond Costco parking lot caught on video

Police confirm they went to the scene of a fight, but wouldn't say whether it's the same in a video circulating on social media.

Oct 21, 2024 3:01 PM Read more >

Update: River levels in Richmond could pose risk

The city is asking residents to remain cautious around shorelines.

Oct 19, 2024 9:21 PM Read more >

Widespread flooding in Lower Mainland on election day, sinkhole in Langley

Heavy rainfall is expected to continue into Sunday.

Oct 19, 2024 11:44 AM Read more >

$205K awarded to Richmond resident following car accident

Oct 17, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

Poll shows NDP, Conservatives neck and neck in Richmond Centre, Conservatives lead in Steveston

Independent candidates are lagging behind major parties.

Oct 17, 2024 6:00 PM Read more >

Police appeal for info after Tuesday's head-on collision in Massey tunnel

Both drivers were taken to hospital with non-life-altering injuries.

Oct 16, 2024 3:47 PM Read more >

Rustad rallies Richmond party faithful days before election

General voting day is on Oct. 19.

Oct 16, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Richmond recycling company fined for dumping wastewater

Fines were imposed on the company's two locations on Mitchell Island.

Oct 15, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Richmond resident grows largest pumpkin yet, takes top prize in Washington State

Dave Chan said his giant pumpkin is the largest in Canada so far.

Oct 14, 2024 7:11 PM Read more >

Northern lights displayed over Richmond

The aurora borealis could continue on Friday night.

Oct 11, 2024 8:07 AM Read more >

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