A recent school walk initiative highlights a growing tension in Richmond Hill: while officials encourage active travel, many parents say fast, multi-lane roads still make it too risky for kids to walk or bike to school independently.
Cameras, pickleball, and park plans dominated a council meeting that ended with unanimous approval of a new surveillance program.
Mayor David West welcomed proposed housing tax relief measures while emphasizing the need for clear funding to support infrastructure in Richmond Hill.
Richmond Hill is considering spending up to $20,000 on new CCTV cameras to support police crime prevention efforts.
By Staff Writer Here’s a quick roundup of the latest programs, services, and community events offered by the City of Richmond Hill and its partners.
Multiple suspects sought after smash-and-grab jewelry store robbery in Richmond Hill By Staff Report Police are searching for at least three suspects following a daytime… Jewelry Heist in Richmond Hill
Nowruz Celebrated in Richmond Hill Amid Concern for Iran By Staff Report RICHMOND HILL — Members of the local Iranian community are marking Norouz this… A Somber Norouz in Richmond Hill
Markham’s decision to roll back a citywide four-unit housing policy could have ripple effects across neighbouring municipalities — including Richmond Hill — especially as local… Could Markham’s Fourplex Veto Ripple Across York Region?
A proposal to create an outdoor archery range in a Richmond Hill park was presented to council during its March 11 meeting. Staff Report Juni… Archery range pitched to council
Questions raised about crypto and currency exchanges along Yonge Street in Richmond Hill A growing number of cryptocurrency and money-exchange businesses along Yonge Street —… Richmond Hill’s Crypto Corridor
Richmond Hill council is confronting an uncomfortable paradox: the city’s books are currently in good shape — but its financial trajectory may not be. A… Richmond Hill Reckons with Looming Financial Shortfall
Richmond Hill council debated whether residents facing extreme water bills from accidental leaking pipes should qualify for a one-time refund. While some councillors argued for… Who Pays When Pipes Fail?
With spring and summer on the way, the City of Richmond Hill has made free 2026 parking passes available for Lake Wilcox Park to local… Lake Wilcox Passes Return to Richmond Hill
A major shift in how curbside recycling is collected across the Greater Toronto Area took effect on January 1, 2026, when responsibility for blue bin… Mixed Results with New Blue Bin Recycling Changes