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Travel tips, tourism stories, and news from across the island and Nova Scotia, gathered from a curated handful of sources. We don't write these — we link out to the publishers.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
Feds to invest more than $1.2M to help five Cape Breton tourism operators and pair of non-profits

Federal funding of more than $1.2 million will support five Cape Breton tourism operators and two non-profits in the region.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
IN PHOTO: Cape Breton West wins provincial championship

Cape Breton West claimed the provincial championship title.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
Baseball and hockey headlines: Cape Breton Sports in Brief for Aug. 14, 2026

Catch up on the latest baseball and hockey updates from Cape Breton sports.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
Cape Breton Golf Report: 10 hole-in-one shots recorded at local golf courses in July 2026

Ten hole-in-one shots were recorded at Cape Breton golf courses last month, highlighting the region's golfing excellence.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
'We're Mi'kmaq first': two-spirit identity supported as one identity by L'Nu who care

Discover how Mi'kmaq community members are supporting two-spirit identity as an integral part of L'Nu culture and belonging.

MarketBeat · Aug 14, 2026
Thomson Reuters Corp $TRI Shares Bought by Louisbourg Investments Inc.
MarketBeat · Aug 14, 2026
Louisbourg Investments Inc. Has $4.79 Million Stock Holdings in Agilent Technologies, Inc. $A
CBC · Aug 14, 2026
Cape Breton teen raises $21K through hotdog sales, donations

A Cape Breton teen has raised $21,000 through hotdog sales and donations for a charitable cause.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 14, 2026
Up again: Gas, diesel price increase in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

Gas and diesel prices are on the rise again in Cape Breton and Nova Scotia.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
Weather: Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of Cape Breton: Aug. 13, 2026

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Cape Breton.

saltwire.com · Aug 13, 2026
Mira Bay, new Canadian Coast Guard search and rescue boat, in service | PNI Atlantic News

The Canadian Coast Guard has a new search and rescue vessel in service to help protect Atlantic waters.

saltwire.com · Aug 13, 2026
Partial solar eclipse dazzles Cape Breton skies

Cape Breton residents witnessed a partial solar eclipse lighting up the sky.

CTV News · Aug 13, 2026
Damage to copper wires interrupts services in Sydney River, N.S., police say

Copper wire damage has disrupted services in Sydney River, with police investigating the cause.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
Eleanor: A 200-Mile Walk in Search of England’s Lost Queen book review | PNI Atlantic News
PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
Cape Breton Community Calendar events for August 15-21, 2025

Discover what's happening across Cape Breton during the week of August 15-21 with our community calendar.

The Spec · Aug 13, 2026
Loss of Cape Breton Mi’kmaw fashion icon felt deeply by community

A beloved Cape Breton Mi'kmaw fashion icon has passed away, leaving a profound impact on the community.

989 XFM · Aug 13, 2026
Three Levels of Government provide Funding for Farm Equipment Rental Programs on Cape Breton Island

Government funding is now available to support farm equipment rental programs across Cape Breton Island.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
Cape Breton museum to serve as community visitor information centre

A local museum is expanding its role to provide visitor information and community services.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
Coal Bowl Queen set to make Cape Breton debut at Glace Bay's Savoy Theatre in March | PNI Atlantic News

Coal Bowl Queen is making its Cape Breton debut at Glace Bay's Savoy Theatre in March.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 13, 2026
Cape Breton's Turnbull Brothers set to perform at Terry Fox Run fundraiser in Reserve Mines

The Turnbull Brothers will perform at a Terry Fox Run fundraiser in Reserve Mines.

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CTV News · Jul 26, 2026
Spreading her wings: Beloved Cape Breton bald eagle takes first flight

A beloved Cape Breton bald eagle has reached a major milestone with her first flight.

CTV News · Aug 5, 2026
Cape Breton man facing additional sex trafficking charges: N.S. RCMP
The Spec · Jul 29, 2026
Baddeck Legion renames in honour of Vimy Ridge hero, Percival Anderson

The Baddeck Legion honours a Vimy Ridge hero by renaming in recognition of Percival Anderson's legacy.