Highlights

A protracted heat wave has settled over the southern half of British Columbia, sending temperatures in some places into the 40s this week. Here's a look at data associated with the hot spell that began Sunday, provided by Environment Canada.

Coquitlam Mounties exploring "variety of investigational avenues," including possible foul play, in the ongoing search for Stephanie Patterson.

The investigation took almost a year but the Crown has now settled on a charge for the crash that left two women dead.

The cuts are not expected to result in federal job losses, aside from the normal attrition or redeployment of government workers.

"Council is pleased that Pitt Meadows animal shelter services will be provided by a well-established municipally operated shelter that also services neighbouring communities," writes Mayor Nicole MacDonald.

B.C.'s hot spot at noon Aug. 15 was Lytton at 36.7C.

"It's time to be bad ass," says Ken Kuhn, who wants seniors to speak up about their needs during the current Coquitlam hot spell.

Port Moody expects to hike Rocky Point Park boat launch fees next year due to increased costs and maintenance, which will affect a long-standing agreement with the City of Burnaby.

The headlights light up when you tap it at the fare gate!

Coquitlam has also increased bylaw patrols in the parks to educate and enforce the temporary ban.