Vikki Hui

Richmond

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Members decry alleged mismanagement at Steveston veterans club

Aug 11, 2024 | richmond-news.com | Vikki Hui

"Things are not what they seem at a local veterans club," is the message some members are sending. In a recent letter to the Richmond News, long-time Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans in Canada Unit 284 (ANAF 284) member Joanne Teraguchi questioned the club's claim to be open to everyone. "I have been a 10-year member of ANAF and recently received an email that the 'full-service kitchen,' which was mentioned in the (Richmond News) article, will be closed as of July 20," Teraguchi wrote.
Free artistic swimming trial lessons Richmond youth next month

Jul 29, 2024 | richmond-news.com | Vikki Hui

A Richmond-based artistic swimming club is holding free sessions next month for those interested in trying out the sport after watching the Paris Olympics. On Aug. 10 and 11, Richmond kids aged six or above can join Pacific Wave Artistic Swim Club's free 45-minute try-it sessions and three-hour beginner classes in Watermania. To participate in the free experiences, kids must be able to swim 50 metres unassisted in the deep end.
Vancouver folk duo to perform live in Steveston next month

Jul 29, 2024 | richmond-news.com | Vikki Hui

A duo known for quirky and original Canadiana music laced with harmony will grace the stage at the Chinese Bunkhouse next month. For its latest live concert on Aug. 15, the Steveston Folk Guild (SFG) is welcoming Vancouver-based duo Fleetham Stevens to Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site. The duo is made up of musicians and songwriters Doug Fleetham and Shelley Stevens, who have been active in the Vancouver music scene for about 25 years.
Annual garlic festival returns to Richmond in August

Jul 29, 2024 | richmond-news.com | Vikki Hui

Stepping into August means Richmond's most fragrant agricultural celebration is nigh. On Aug. 17, the annual Richmond Garlic Fest returns to the Sharing Farm to highlight sustainable agriculture — especially locally grown garlic. An annual festival that draws about 5,000 attendees from all over the Lower Mainland, the Garlic Fest promises "hundreds of pounds" of locally grown garlic varieties, delicious treats such as garlic ice cream and a farmer's market highlighting local products.
Olympic Experience in Richmond to offer free community days next month

Jul 26, 2024 | richmond-news.com | Vikki Hui

Free admission to an interactive museum showcasing Canada's sports history will be available every month starting August. From Aug. 1, community members will get to check out the Richmond Olympic Experience for free on the first Thursday of each month. Admission to the museum will also be free on Canada Day. The Richmond Olympic Experience, located inside the Richmond Olympic Oval, features sports simulators for kayaking, sit-skiing, bobsleighing, car racing, and the latest addition, surfing.
40K cameras and counting: Richmond's 80-year-old Leica expert

Jul 25, 2024 | richmond-news.com | Vikki Hui

If you've dabbled in film photography in the Lower Mainland, chances are you've heard of Frank Ho. Known as the "Leica Man," an 80-year-old Richmond resident is one of the few local experts well-versed in fixing film cameras, both mechanical and electronic. By his count, Ho has serviced more than 40,000 Leica cameras in his lifetime. "I'm not a millionaire, but I don't have to worry about getting food on the table because I have my skills.
Kudos: Richmond Buddhist temple completes $50K donation to Richmond Hospital

Jul 25, 2024 | richmond-news.com | Vikki Hui

A Buddhist temple in Richmond recently completed its pledge to donate $50,000 to support acute care in Richmond. Vancouver Fo Guang Shan Temple handed a $10,000 cheque to Richmond Hospital Foundation on June 28, marking the final donation for a pledge it made five years ago. The donations are in support of Richmond Hospital Foundation's Act Now Campaign for the hospital's new acute care tower, the Yurkovich Family Pavilion.
Richmond natural health manufacturer ordered to pay $84K for product issues

Jul 24, 2024 | richmond-news.com | Vikki Hui

A Richmond-based manufacturer will have to pay $84,420 in damages for breaching a manufacturing contract to produce natural health product powders. Canadian Phytopharmaceuticals Corporation (CPC) was taken to court by former client Real Organics & Naturals House Ltd. and owner Ivy Liou, who alleged contractual breaches by CPC when manufacturing products using Chaga mushrooms sourced from Quebec.
Fraudsters posing as Chinese police scammed $1.5M from victim, says Richmond RCMP

Jul 24, 2024 | richmond-news.com | Vikki Hui

Police are warning community members to beware of fraudsters posing as Chinese police following a "significant fraud incident." The victim reportedly sent more than $1.5 million to fraudsters impersonating Chinese police officers, said Richmond RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Adriana O'Malley in a media release. The fraudsters had falsely claimed the victim had an outstanding arrest warrant in Hong Kong. The incident was reported to Richmond RCMP on July 14.
Two arrested for alleged Richmond residential break and enter in progress

Jul 24, 2024 | richmond-news.com | Vikki Hui

Two men were arrested while allegedly attempting to break into an residential home in Richmond. According to Richmond RCMP, Amine Benbihi and Tyler James Harden were charged with one count of break and enter following an incident last Saturday. Police were called to the 7300 block of McMath Road near No. 3 and Francis roads shortly before 3 p.m. on July 20, said Richmond RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Adriana O'Malley in a media release.