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.

Email: mrantanen@richmond-news.com

Recent Work by Maria

Richmond church denied tax exemption for unrenovated commercial units

Churches in Richmond receive about $484,000 in tax breaks.

Sep 25, 2023 12:29 PM Read more >

Building permit application expected for long-stagnant Atmosphere project in Richmond

City of Richmond confirms it’s expecting a permit application to restart 800-unit development on No. 3 Road.

Sep 11, 2023 11:00 AM Read more >

Richmond seeks $1.4 million for repair bill after truck hits Cambie overpass

The City of Richmond is negotiating with ICBC to pay for the repairs.

Sep 8, 2023 6:00 PM Read more >

Capstan developer fights back against $3.7M claim in B.C. Supreme Court

A judge noted work done was one-tenth of what subcontractors were claiming they were owed.

Jul 31, 2023 5:24 PM Read more >

Alleged unlawful detainment at Richmond hotel sparks small-claims action

Unite Here Local 40 workers have been on strike since June 14.

Jul 24, 2023 4:00 PM Read more >

Opinion: We cannot arrest our way out of the drug problem!

Current Richmond city councillor weighs in on the on-going drug poisoning crisis.

May 30, 2023 6:00 PM Read more >

Opinion: It feels like my son was murdered

The toxic drug crisis has claimed thousands of lives in B.C. including the son of Richmond News’ assistant editor Maria Rantanen.

May 30, 2023 2:00 PM Read more >

Gambling in Richmond is on the rise

Last year’s gaming revenues were $1.9 million less than expected.

May 29, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

Appeals court upholds $1.8 million judgment in Richmond car crash

A 2018 car crash resulted in a floor-layer reducing his work and recreational activities.

May 4, 2023 4:00 PM Read more >

What constitutes a hate crime?

Judges can take hate into consideration in sentencing as a motivating factor.

Feb 17, 2023 10:09 AM Read more >