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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.

CBC · Jun 19, 2026
Cape Breton rollerskating club takes inspiration from the past

A local rollerskating club draws on historical influences to build community on wheels.

CBC · Jun 19, 2026
Ottawa weighing partial closure of N.S. snow crab fishery due to 'critical' stock levels

Federal authorities are considering a partial closure of Nova Scotia's snow crab fishery as stocks reach critical levels.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 19, 2026
Fourth Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame inducts Sampson, MacMaster, MacNeil, MacGillivray's Song for the Mira

The Cape Breton Music Industry Hall of Fame has inducted four new honorees, recognizing significant contributions to the region's musical legacy.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 19, 2026
COMMENTARY: CBC happy to move on from Hockey Night in Canada broadcasts
PNI Atlantic News · Jun 19, 2026
$102,000 donation from McDonalds Cape Breton to emergency care at hospital

McDonald's Cape Breton has donated $102,000 to support emergency care services at the local hospital.

Travel And Tour World · Jun 19, 2026
Manitoba Joins Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, Ontario, British Columbia, And Alberta In Travel Push To End High-Volume Tourism Footprints, Leaving Massive Multi-Passenger Fleet Operators Struggling Without Bookings Across Canada
PNI Atlantic News · Jun 19, 2026
Cape Breton Dragway season roars to life with first race dates this weekend

Cape Breton Dragway kicks off its season this weekend with the first race events of the year.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 19, 2026
St. Ann's Bay minister finds peace in her garden

A St. Ann's Bay minister shares how her garden has become a source of peace and solace.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 19, 2026
'He was quite the ball player': New Waterford baseball icon Mike Roberts remembered for talent on the diamond

A beloved New Waterford baseball player is remembered for his exceptional talent and impact on the sport in the community.

CBC · Jun 19, 2026
Mi'kmaw groups create plan to restock elvers in Bras d'Or Lake

Mi'kmaw groups are developing a plan to restock elvers in Bras d'Or Lake.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 19, 2026
Citizen members of Cape Breton police commission board urge CBRM to offer financial stipend

Citizen members of the Cape Breton police commission board are calling on the CBRM to provide financial compensation for their volunteer work.

CTV News · Jun 19, 2026
Prices at the pumps down across the Maritimes

Gas prices have dropped across the Maritimes, offering some relief at the pump for drivers in the region.

Yahoo News Canada · Jun 18, 2026
Mi'kmaw groups create plan to restock elvers in Bras d'Or Lake

Mi'kmaw groups are developing a plan to replenish eel populations in Bras d'Or Lake.

CTV News · Jun 18, 2026
Four inducted into Cape Breton music hall of fame

Four musicians have been inducted into the Cape Breton music hall of fame, recognizing their contributions to the region's rich musical heritage.

CBC · Jun 18, 2026
CBRM asked to consider paying stipend to citizen members of police commission

A proposal to compensate citizen members of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality's police commission is under consideration.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 18, 2026
National Indigenous Peoples Day activities planned for Cape Breton

Cape Breton is planning special activities to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 18, 2026
Cape Breton airport executive recognized by Wings magazine

A Cape Breton airport executive has been recognized by Wings magazine for their contributions to the aviation industry.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 18, 2026
Cape Breton University appoints Shannon School of Business advisory board chair

Cape Breton University has appointed a new chair for the Shannon School of Business advisory board.

Port Hawkesbury Reporter · Jun 18, 2026
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pictouadvocate.com · Jun 18, 2026
STEPHEN COOKE: Honouring Cape Breton’s best

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CBC · Jun 15, 2026
How a family-run orchard overcame the elements to blossom in Cape Breton

A family-run Cape Breton orchard shares how they triumphed over challenging weather to build their thriving farm.

PNI Atlantic News · May 27, 2026
Cape Breton parents warn of 'terrifying' phone scam using children's real voices crying for help

Parents in Cape Breton are warning others about a disturbing phone scam that uses recordings of children's voices in distress to manipulate victims.

Arimathea Funeral Cooperative · May 28, 2026
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