Richmond Hill’s subway needs two names. Dig deep.
Metrolinx wants your ideas for naming the two tunnel boring machines for the Yonge North Subway Extension. Submissions close November 16.
Man killed while walking near Yonge Street and Jefferson Forest Drive
A man died after being struck by a driver near Yonge Street and Jefferson Forest Drive on Oct. 28. York police are investigating whether speed was a factor.
Richmond Hill Returns Entire Council as Complete Election-Night Count Shows Incumbent Sweep
All nine Richmond Hill council incumbents retain their seats in the completed unofficial 2026 election count. Turnout reached 27.98%, with some ward races sharply divided.
More Than Candy: How Halloween Brought Downtown Richmond Hill to Life
Downtown Richmond Hill came alive with costumes, music and dancing at Spooky Village 2026. Behind the Halloween fun was a clever way to introduce families to local businesses — and show that Richmond Hill can be a destination in its own right.
69-Year-Old Man Dies as Vehicle Fire Spreads to Two Richmond Hill Homes
A 69-year-old man has died after an early-morning vehicle fire spread to two semi-detached homes on Crosby Avenue in Richmond Hill.
What Are Those Devices Appearing on Richmond Hill Streets?
Richmond Hill is installing traffic-counting devices that measure vehicle and pedestrian volumes. Councillor Karen Cilevitz explains what they do—and why they aren’t surveillance cameras.
York Region Confirms Budget Award Does Not Assess Financial Performance
York Region says its 2026 GFOA budget award recognizes how financial information is presented, not an independent assessment of financial management. Reviewers gave its financial policies presentation top marks.
A woman died crossing a Richmond Hill street. Help us push for safer crossings.
Strong Richmond Hill is seeking volunteers to help examine walking conditions, ask officials for answers and build a campaign for safer streets. By Staff Writer…
York Region reports housing progress, but offers no Richmond Hill project update
A regional committee points to rental homes in development and thousands of residents receiving housing support. Its latest update does not break out the results…
Parent reports threats and playground damage at Harding Park
Photos in a Nextdoor post show damaged playground foam. The author says a group of children threatened their wife and toddler Friday evening and that…
One Month After a Richmond Hill Worker’s Death, Questions Remain
One month after millwright Kamal Kumar was killed inside an industrial machine in Richmond Hill, important questions about safety procedures, workplace protections and employer-tied work permits remain unanswered.
Two Pedestrians Seriously Injured in Separate Richmond Hill Collisions
Two pedestrians were seriously injured in separate collisions on Major Mackenzie Drive. Police have not confirmed whether the incidents were connected.
Richmond Hill’s 2026 Budget Wins Presentation Award
Richmond Hill has received the GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its 2026 budget. The award recognizes the quality and completeness of the budget information presented to the public; it does not, on its own, certify the City’s financial decisions or financial health.
Council Recap: Richmond Hill Completes Planning Update and Keeps Final Say Over Traffic Calming
At Richmond Hill Council’s last scheduled regular meeting before the municipal election, Council completed its Official Plan update, kept final approval over traffic calming, and addressed fireworks, disc golf and Bayards Lane parking.
New pedestrian and cycling bridge opens at David Dunlap Observatory Park
Richmond Hill’s new pedestrian and cyclist bridge creates a safe, accessible route over the CN railway into David Dunlap Observatory Park, connecting trails, transit and neighbourhoods west of the park.