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

Man sentenced for counterfeit money and ID possession in Richmond court

Harvir Singh Dosanjh, 46, was given 90 days credit for time already served.

Aug 20, 2025 8:16 PM Read more >

New artwork featured at Richmond's Canada Line stations

The recently installed artwork at Lansdowne and Aberdeen stations will be on display until the end of 2025.

Aug 20, 2025 11:30 AM Read more >

Richmond event draws dozens of Japanese anime cosplayers

Death Note, Demon Slayer and Neon Genesis Evangelion were some of the anime series that were featured on Saturday at The Trove.

Aug 19, 2025 1:52 PM Read more >

Richmond RCMP seek footage of fire at 7-Eleven in city centre

Police say video footage is circulating on social media.

Aug 19, 2025 11:33 AM Read more >

Recovery Church provides food, fellowship for Richmond's unhoused

The Salvation Army church on Gilbert Road is hosting the event every Sunday night at 7 p.m.

Aug 18, 2025 4:30 PM Read more >

Good morning, Richmond! It's Monday

Latest news and weather in Richmond and photo features of the day.

Aug 18, 2025 7:00 AM Read more >

Good morning, Richmond! It's Sunday

Latest news and weather in Richmond and photo features of the day.

Aug 17, 2025 7:00 AM Read more >

Good morning, Richmond! It's Saturday

Latest news and weather in Richmond and photo features of the day.

Aug 16, 2025 7:00 AM Read more >

Update: Richmond police say Wednesday's attack not 'stranger assault'

Richmond RCMP credited a security guard for his "quick thinking."

Aug 15, 2025 3:12 PM Read more >

Richmond non-profits sustain damage from flood

The Caring Place was under renovation when it experienced a "major flood."

Aug 15, 2025 1:53 PM Read more >

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