York Region is hosting a Road Safety Week event in Richmond Hill on May 13 near Our Lady Queen of the World Catholic Academy, with a focus on slowing drivers in school zones. Some advocates, however, say signs and awareness campaigns can only do so much on streets designed primarily for fast traffic. #RichmondHill #RoadSafety #StrongTowns
A reported altercation involving students near Bayview Secondary School is under police investigation, according to a message shared with families. Officials say both the school and York Regional Police are reviewing the incident, though few confirmed details have been released publicly so far.
Heading downtown this weekend? Richmond Hill drivers are facing major delays as the DVP shuts down for maintenance, prompting online frustration over how dependent suburban communities remain on a handful of Toronto-bound highways.
Council meetings can take hours — so we’re breaking them down into the moments that mattered most.
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A plea deal has been reached in the case of Richmond Hill resident Elnaz Hajtamiri, where the violent attack that preceded her disappearance first unfolded.
Transit changes could be coming to Richmond Hill. YRT is asking residents for feedback on its proposed 2027 Annual Transit Plan, with local consultation events at Oak Ridges Community Centre and Richmond Hill Centre this month. Comments are open until May 31.
Nominations are now open for the 2026 municipal election in Richmond Hill. With local issues and past council controversies in focus, the race for city hall is officially underway.
A ранy-morning home invasion in Richmond Hill has left one person injured and sparked concern among residents. Police say the incident was targeted and are asking for public help as the investigation continues.
Step inside Richmond Hill’s hidden spaces. Doors Open and the Studio Tour return May 9, offering free access to historic sites, cultural spaces, and local artists’ studios across the city. Explore, discover, and experience your community in a whole new way.
Construction at Richmond Hill GO Station is causing crowding and confusion for riders, but many say the bigger issue remains unchanged: limited train service on the line.
A global walking festival rooted in Toronto comes to Richmond Hill, inviting residents to see their city from the ground up.
From rising housing pressures to a voting system where 90% cast ballots online, two City meetings this week spotlight the evolving challenges of access in Richmond Hill.
Richmond Hill’s Youth Week brings free events and activities for teens — but also highlights how hard it can be for young people to find places to connect in a car-dependent city.
Complaints about driving and parking habits are popping up more often in Richmond Hill this spring. What’s behind the trend?
A packed morning at Richmond Hill’s Committee of the Whole: Energy use is down but emissions are up, Lake Wilcox faces rising salt levels, and council debates how much of your personal info should be public.