Maria Rantanen is a Reporter at the Richmond News. She covers city hall and education beats while also exploring stories related to farming and the future of Richmond, reflecting her interest in regional issues and community development. Maria's work has been featured in various publications, including Squamish Chief, Bowen Island Undercurrent, and Vancouver is Awesome.
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Maria Rantanen's coverage primarily focuses on local news in Richmond, British Columbia. She covers a wide range of topics including crime, government and politics, sports, culture & society, and pets.
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Final voting day is Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 for the provincial election.
By: Maria Rantanen
Results are still coming in for some ridings in Oct. 24, 2026.
Richmond RCMP have released a safety video.
The youth was last seen on River Drive on Wednesday, Oct. 21.
Ryan Singh Samra and Vitaly Ian Alexander McKechnie were seen on CCTV footage robbing a driver in east Richmond.
The inaugural meeting for the new mayor and city council will be held on Nov. 2, 2026.
Richmond turned all blue on Saturday, electing B.C. Conservative candidates in all four ridings.
By: Maria Rantanen
Participants are asked to register in advance for the free event.
The City of Richmond registered an expropriation notice of Watermania in July 2026.
YVR posted on X that traffic to and from the airport could be affected.
