Red Lanterns Rise Over Richmond Hill
As Richmond Hill ushers in the Lunar New Year — welcoming the Year of the Horse — the city’s Chinese and broader Asian communities are… Red Lanterns Rise Over Richmond Hill
Goalie Gold Rush
As the Winter Olympics officially kick off, Richmond Hill has a personal stake in Team Canada’s quest for gold. Hometown goaltender Jordan Binnington — Stanley… Goalie Gold Rush
Flag Raised, Voices Heard
A large crowd gathered Thursday evening at Richmond Green Sports Centre and Park as the City of Richmond Hill hosted a community flag-raising event to… Flag Raised, Voices Heard
Wanted: Podcast Cohost
STRH is developing a regular Persian-language (Farsi) podcast focused on Strong Towns ideas in Richmond Hill, with an emphasis on everyday topics such as housing,… Wanted: Podcast Cohost
Two Days, One Very Cool Carnival
The Richmond Hill Winter Carnival returns this year on Saturday, February 7 and Sunday, February 8, 2026, bringing two full days of winter fun to… Two Days, One Very Cool Carnival
Beauty Aisle Becomes Battleground at Hillcrest Mall
Clash Erupts at Hillcrest Mall During Protest Over Huda Beauty Products RICHMOND HILL — A protest at Hillcrest Mall over controversial beauty products sold at… Beauty Aisle Becomes Battleground at Hillcrest Mall
From Gas Pumps to Growth Plans: A Busy Night at Council
Council in 90 Seconds At its January 27 meetings, Richmond Hill council reviewed a proposed gas station redevelopment at Yonge Street and Weldrick Road and… From Gas Pumps to Growth Plans: A Busy Night at Council
If Developers Don’t Pay, Who Does?
Development Charges, Housing Affordability, and the Question No One Wants to Answer Recently, a series of social media ads by CMHC have been circulating, featuring… If Developers Don’t Pay, Who Does?
Snow Day Shuts Down Richmond Hill
Snowstorm Disrupts Richmond Hill and York Region; Schools Closed, Crews Deployed A significant winter storm swept through Richmond Hill and the broader York Region on… Snow Day Shuts Down Richmond Hill
A Beginner’s Ride Into Civic Action
Fionn did not move to Richmond Hill expecting that something as basic as getting around would become a daily challenge. Having previously lived in more… A Beginner’s Ride Into Civic Action
Chills, Thrills and Signs in Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill Takes Action on Winter Safety, Fireworks, and Signage Bylaws RICHMOND HILL – As the region braces for a deep freeze, the City of… Chills, Thrills and Signs in Richmond Hill
A Civic Wake-Up Call for Richmond Hill
Marching for Iran, Learning for Home: The marches through Richmond Hill did more than call attention to human rights abuses abroad. They highlighted a deeper… A Civic Wake-Up Call for Richmond Hill
STRH Meets to Plan Ahead for a Pivotal Year
The Strong Towns Richmond Hill (STRH) Local Conversation Group held its latest monthly meeting on Sunday, January 11, continuing its regular schedule of gathering on… STRH Meets to Plan Ahead for a Pivotal Year
When Protest Meets Traffic
Residents of a strong town know instinctively where to gather if a revolution were to happen. The question in Richmond Hill is whether the Iranian… When Protest Meets Traffic
Coffee & Chat with Mayor West
NOTE: This event which was postponed due to inclement weather, and now rescheduled for January 31st between 1-3 pm. Register today to join us for… Coffee & Chat with Mayor West