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

3.4M square-foot development proposed for Richmond Night Market location

Jingon International says it has a plan to keep the popular night market at its current site.

May 7, 2024 3:12 PM Read more >

Richmond mayor shuts down meeting after 'offensive' remarks

'No drugs in Richmond' signs back at city council meeting.

Apr 24, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Richmond city workers support striking

The union and employer are starting mediation in early May.

Apr 11, 2024 6:00 PM Read more >

City of Richmond sues BC Hydro over claims of underpayment

BC Hydro said it gave lower payments to Richmond because utility property tax rates rose significantly compared to other properties.

Apr 10, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Richmond city-owned mini-lot sells for 10 times assessed value

A lot consolidation in city centre passed first reading on Monday.

Apr 10, 2024 12:57 PM Read more >

'Air-to-marine': YVR floats idea of cargo-laden barges

Province announced $800,000 for sustainability projects at airport

Mar 25, 2024 4:00 PM Read more >

$150,000 worth of merchandise seized by police in Steveston

Lego and Jellycat toys were some of the items seized by Richmond RCMP.

Mar 14, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Richmond landlord ordered to pay $14,000 for mould, unfinished bathroom

Tenants weren't able to use the downstairs of the house they rented due to mould issues.

Mar 12, 2024 4:07 PM Read more >

Possible measles exposure at two places in Richmond

People born before 1970 most likely had measles as a child, VCH notes.

Mar 4, 2024 2:36 PM Read more >

Richmond sushi restaurant closes after 30 years

Ebisu customers are directed to its two 'sister restaurants' in Vancouver.

Mar 2, 2024 11:00 AM Read more >

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